Ceremony by Clandestine Laboratories bottle
Clandestine Laboratories

Ceremony

4.7/5 · 7 votes Unisex
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity3.2/5
Sillage2.3/5
Day67
Night33
Spring100
Summer83
Fall67
Winter17
Our take

A modern ritual for the outdoors, this scent argues that a forest can be poured into a bottle without losing its edges. Green tea and bitter orange provide a bright, quenching start that feels like sunlight hitting a cold stream. Blue lotus adds a soft, aquatic floral layer that keeps the blend from leaning too sharp. Mushroom and oud ground the experience with an earthy, damp depth, turning a simple citrus walk into something rooted and serious. It is a confident choice for wearers who want nature without the sugar. Many green fragrances smooth their rough textures until they smell like candy, but this one keeps the soil visible. The combination of fresh spice and fruit ensures the air around the wearer feels alive and moving, like a breeze through wet trees.

The argument for Ceremony rests on its ability to balance ozonic freshness with heavy wood. It suits a morning hike or a bright afternoon on a patio where the air smells like rain. The citrus and green accords create a clean, uplifting mood that pairs well with open spaces and natural light. However, the mushroom note is a bold risk that will not work for everyone. It introduces a damp, almost fungual quality that can feel more like a dark cellar than a spring garden. For those who expect a traditional, polite tea scent, this earthy turn will feel like a mistake. The oud here is present but secondary, supporting the fungi rather than commanding the room. It is a specific vision of the outdoors that asks the wearer to accept its dirtier side.

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