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Eau de parfum
Ugo Charron Umema
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Overall Impression of the Fragrance
Ugo Charron Umema is a 2024 unisex perfume from the French brand Ugo Charron.
It is an eau de parfum with a distinctive, unconventional character, where floral softness meets mineral austerity, woody coolness and a subtle gourmand nuance.
The composition is intended for those who enjoy unexpected combinations and fragrances with an artistic mood.
Umema does not seek to be neutral or inconspicuous: its scent is perceived as a contrasting olfactory portrait, where natural motifs exist alongside an urban texture.
Character and Scent Profile
In terms of its olfactory profile, Umema combines floral, mineral and woody facets.
It features a fresh green impulse, a distinctive rosy facet, the cool texture of concrete, and deeper nuances of cocoa, iris and fir.
Thanks to this combination, the fragrance may appeal both to lovers of classic floral perfumery and to those looking for a more experimental scent.
Ugo Charron Umema is described as having a very strong sillage, so it should be applied with care.
It is especially suitable for cool weather and evenings, as well as for a walk, an exhibition, a meeting or another occasion where a pronounced fragrance accent becomes part of the overall look.
In a warm room or a small space, it is better to start with a minimal number of sprays.
Who Umema Is For
Its unisex status makes the fragrance suitable for both women and men: personal perception of the composition matters more than gender.
Umema may appeal to those who prefer unconventional woody-floral fragrances, mineral accords and a noticeable sillage without leaning towards traditional sweetness.
The composition was created by perfumer Ugo Charron.
His work is built around an expressive clash of different textures: the tenderness of rose does not cancel out the coolness of minerals, while cocoa does not turn the fragrance into something straightforwardly gourmand.
As a result, Umema unfolds in layers and is memorable precisely because of its contrasts.
How to Wear the Fragrance
Exact recommendations for applying Umema to skin and clothing are not provided.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with one spray on the skin and assess how it develops after a few minutes; if necessary, the intensity can be gradually increased.
On clothing, the fragrance may smell especially pronounced, so moderation is advisable here as well, while taking the fabric into account.
Similar Fragrances
For further exploration of floral compositions, consider Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps, as well as Yves Saint Laurent Paris and Louis Vuitton Rose Des Vents.
They will help you compare different interpretations of rose and understand how closely the more contrasting, mineral-woody presentation of Umema suits you.
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