Underworld by Christèle Jacquemin bottle
Christèle Jacquemin

Underworld

4.1/5 · 68 votes Unisex 2019
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.5/5
Sillage2.8/5
Day70
Night61
Fall100
Spring85
Winter76
Summer48
Our take

Pepper, cumin, and cardamom open with a dry heat that feels more culinary than decorative. The spice blend is loud and immediate, giving the fragrance a rugged first impression that demands attention from the moment it touches the skin.

Carrot and patchouli form a rooty, earthy heart that feels grounded and slightly dirty. Vetiver adds a green, woody edge that keeps the vegetable note from leaning too sweet. The mimosa and tuberose in the base bring a soft, yellow floral powder that sits quietly beneath the heavier elements.

The scent stays present for a generous amount of time, lingering on fabric and skin through many hours of wear. It remains personal, creating a gentle aura around the wearer rather than projecting outward to fill a large space. The incense ties the spicy and floral threads together with a faint, smoky resin.

The cumin is potent and unapologetic, which creates a sweaty, animalic edge that can feel abrasive to those expecting a clean spice. This rawness is the defining limitation of the composition, as the savory heat never fully settles into the softer floral promises of the dry down.

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