Motherland by Negligé Perfume Lab bottle
Negligé Perfume Lab

Motherland

3.7/5 · 63 votes Unisex 2020
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.5/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day79
Night16
Spring100
Summer100
Fall37
Winter11
Our take

Sunlight warms the wooden planks of a porch surrounded by hedgerows. A bowl of black currant and red currant sits nearby, their juice dark against the white ceramic. Cinnamon bark rests next to them, lending a dry heat to the air. The leaves of the currant bush add a crisp, green bite that cuts through the sugar of the fruit, creating a bright opening that feels alive in the open air.

Coriander and cardamom rise from the heart, their herbal edges weaving through the sweetness of honeysuckle and hawthorn. The flowers soften the spices, turning the sharpness into something rounded and inviting. Vetiver anchors the scene from below, its earthy root pulling the lighter notes down to the ground so the scent stays present on the skin while you move through the garden.

Pepper adds a tiny spark to the base, keeping the cardamom from feeling too smooth. The composition holds together well, remaining near the body rather than expanding outward. It accompanies the person wearing it through the morning and into the afternoon, a steady companion that does not overwhelm the space around them.

The heavy concentration of spice and vetiver creates a dense texture that can feel a bit coarse. The harsh edge of the pepper and coriander lacks the refined polish found in more expensive blends, making the wear experience somewhat rugged for those who prefer a seamless, delicate finish.

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