by Perris Monte Carlo
Tubereuse Absolue presents a refined, green-vegetal tuberose that leans toward clarity and balance rather than decadence. It begins with a bright, herbaceous burst of galbanum, lavender, and cardamom, giving it a cool, slightly bitter edge that sets it apart from sweeter tuberose fragrances. The tuberose is central and clear, without the heavy indolic or creamy coconut tendencies of Carnal Flower. Instead, it unfolds with a photorealistic, almost leafy lushness—closely resembling gardenia, broom, and jasmine sambac—culminating in a soft, honeyed drydown of orange blossom and musk. The scent evolves with nuance, maintaining a delicate white floral core while remaining subtly green and structured. It performs well, with noticeable longevity, moderate to strong sillage, and a lasting presence on skin and clothing. Designed for versatility, it suits daytime wear, office environments, and moderate seasons, though it doesn’t intensely transform or surprise. It is neither loud nor overly intimate—polite, balanced, and quietly confident.