Keiko Mecheri 2003 EDP
Ume
Keiko Mecheri Ume is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2003. Ume opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Plum, settles into a heart of Peach Blossom, Wisteria, Persimmon, and Spicy Notes, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Oakmoss, Mahogany, and Hinoki Wood. Keiko Mecheri's Ume carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.
This is a love-it-or-hate-it plum experience, a deeply polarising scent that splits opinions between 'masterpiece' and 'old lady cough drop'. Expect boozy plum and florals underpinned by woods and spice, but be warned: this chameleon changes dramatically on different skin chemistry and temperatures.What our verdicts mean →
- Sensual
- Sophisticated
- Mysterious
- Warm
- Elegant
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.
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Performance & Mood
Performance
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Best Occasions
Its moderate sillage and decent longevity make it versatile for various settings, though it truly shines as a seductive choice for dates and formal events. While some find it too 'heavy' for casual wear, its nuanced depth also suits sophisticated daytime outings.
Declarable allergens
We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.
In standard patch-test panels
- Oakmoss
Other declarable allergens
- Bergamot
The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this
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