Norne is a visceral immersion into a primordial, shadow-drenched forest. It completely bypasses the bright, citrusy "pine air freshener" tropes of mainstream perfumery, opting instead for a hyper-real...
Widely recognized as a benchmark for coniferous fragrances, enthusiasts frequently compare it to a more realistic, less sweet, and more complex alternative to Serge Lutens Fille en Aiguilles.
Performance is a major talking point; the fragrance is known for its exceptional longevity and potency, often lingering on skin for over nine hours and staying on clothing for days.
While it is most popular during the fall and winter months due to its smoky, campfire-like warmth, some users find its hyper-natural green profile wearable even in the transition into spring.
It is considered a polarizing, artistic scent rather than a crowd-pleaser; many describe it as "Tolkien-esque" or "viking-like," recommending it for leisure or evening wear rather than a professional office setting.
The scent is praised for using 100% forest absolutes, which gives it a thick, resinous texture and a dark juice color that matches its "black forest" aesthetic.
