UN I

Bottom Line

UN I is a respectable budget option if you're seeking a Bvlgari-adjacent experience. The synthetic aspects are apparent, but not overpowering. It suits someone who enjoys clean, woody fragrances and doesn't mind a slightly less polished version. If you demand the absolute quality and smoothness of the original, then the splurge is justified.

The Scent Profile

UN I by Paris Corner opens with a blast of aldehydes, attempting the refined sparkle of the original Bvlgari. The tea note is present, a green tea more than black, but lacks the nuance. Bergamot chimes in briefly, adding a citric brightness which dissipates quickly. The heart brings pepper forward, more aggressively than the Bvlgari, alongside a powdery iris. Guaiac wood offers a smoky, dry counterpoint, though with a noticeably synthetic edge in this clone. The base is a blend of musk, vetiver and cedar. The musk is dominant, leaning slightly laundry-like, while the vetiver contributes an earthy dryness that partially mitigates the synthetic cedar. It hits about 87% of the original's DNA, sacrificing some of the complexity for a bolder, less refined approach.

Longevity & Projection

Longevity is moderate. I get around 5-6 hours on skin, with projection staying within arms' length for the first hour before settling closer. On clothing, it lingers a bit longer, perhaps 7-8 hours. Not beast mode, but decent point.