Tubereuse Criminelle Serge Lutens

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 1999
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Spring
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Tubereuse Criminelle by Serge Lutens is a Floral fragrance for women and men. Tubereuse Criminelle was launched in 1999. The nose behind this fragrance is Christopher Sheldrake.

Composition Profile

white floral 100%
tuberose 85%
fresh spicy 70%
warm spicy 60%
amber 50%
floral 40%
green 35%
animalic 30%

About the Perfumer

Christopher Sheldrake

Christopher Sheldrake

Christopher Sheldrake is a British perfumer best known for his long collaboration with Chanel, where he created Coco Noir and its extrait. He has also worked with brands like Avon, Rochas, and Scents of Time, producing fragrances such as Perceive and Tocadilly. His style is versatile, ranging from elegant florals to modern chypres.

Fragrance Notes

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Tuberose Tuberose
Jasmine Jasmine
Styrax Styrax
Clove Clove
Nutmeg Nutmeg
Hyacinth Hyacinth
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom
Musk Musk
Vanilla Vanilla

Character Profile

The Magician Archetype: Portrait of Tubereuse Criminelle Serge Lutens

Essence

The Magician archetype thrives on transformation, mystery, and the power to reveal hidden truths. Tubereuse Criminelle is a dark enchantment-a spell woven from tuberose, jasmine, and spices that first shocks with its animalic intensity, then seduces with a creamy floral heart. It is a scent that defies expectations, turning the innocent white flower into something dangerous and intoxicating.

Style & Aesthetic

Their style is dramatic and unconventional-black velvet, vintage lace, and statement jewelry. They favor textures that catch the light: silk, leather, and brocade. Their aesthetic is a blend of gothic romance and avant-garde art, with a touch of the theatrical. They are not afraid to stand out or to challenge norms.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the alchemy of experience-that beauty can be found in darkness and that transformation requires embracing the shadow. They value authenticity, even when it is uncomfortable, and they are drawn to the liminal spaces between life and death, pleasure and pain. Their philosophy is one of radical self-acceptance and creative rebellion.

Relationships

In relationships, they are magnetic and intense. They seek partners who can match their depth and who are not afraid of their complexity. They are the lover who will take you on a journey to the edge of reason, but they also demand honesty and vulnerability. Their connections are transformative, often leaving both parties changed.

Lifestyle

Their life is a series of rituals and experiments. They might be an artist, a perfumer, or a scholar of the occult. They spend evenings in dimly lit cafes, writing in leather journals, or exploring forgotten corners of the city. They are drawn to the night, to music that stirs the soul, and to conversations that peel back layers of pretense.

Shadow

The shadow of the Magician is manipulation and a tendency to become lost in their own illusions. They may use their charisma to control others or become so enamored with their own transformations that they lose touch with reality. Their intensity can be overwhelming, and they risk isolating themselves in their own dark beauty.

Conclusion

Tubereuse Criminelle is the scent of a soul who understands that true magic lies in embracing the forbidden and the unknown. It is a fragrance for those who dare to transform, to shock, and to find beauty in the shadows.