Frederic Malle Uncut Gem 1 X 10ml

Inspired by master perfumer Maurice Roucel's personal cologne, the Uncut Gem Eau de Parfum (10ml) is an uncompromising fragrance that captures ruggedness at its finest.   A self-taught perfumer who describes himself as "an explorer wandering amidst formulas," Maurice Roucel started his career as a chemist at Chanel's Fragrance Laboratory in 1973. With that in mind, the scent opens with bright, spicy notes of ginger, bergamot, mandarin and nutmeg, then evolves into a heart of leather and vetiver. It's rounded out by a base of smoky incense, warm amber and a musk that resonates beautifully on the skin. Our verdict? It's an unexpected yet alluring riff on traditional codes.