Abîme is most interesting for its control. Pepper, elemi and incense could easily become harsh or ceremonial, yet the composition keeps them dry, architectural and surprisingly wearable. Palo santo gives the centre a distinctive woody-smoky texture, while sandalwood rounds the edges without softening the concept too much. It suits someone who enjoys resinous or incense-led fragrances but wants clarity rather than density. In a curated collection, it earns its place as Maison Violet’s most introspective and structurally austere fragrance.