La Religieuse
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Naseej Al Khuzama
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Serge Lutens' La Religieuse is a divisive one. Many find it a melancholic, pure jasmine that’s perfect for introspection, while others are baffled by its hyped mystery, finding it bland, soapy, or even off-putting. It’s certainly not for everyone, but if a 'badass gothic jasmine' sounds like you, give it a go.
This one's a bit of an enigma. Don't go in expecting soft florals; Naseej Al Khuzama is a bold, leathery beast. Polarising, powerful, and not for the faint of heart - you'll either love its intense, luxurious leather or find it just a bit too much.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 35% | 25% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 3% | 1% |
| Sweet | 17% | 23% |
| Warm | 13% | 28% |
| Woody | 4% | 5% |
| Earthy | 8% | 10% |
| Animalic | 41% | 36% |
| Fresh | 5% | 7% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its intimate sillage and low projection, this scent is ideal for close encounters like a date or a quiet evening out. Its 'clean' and 'soapy' nature, however, might make it passable for a subtle office wear if applied lightly, but it's too delicate for active or loud settings.
Seasons
Occasions
Its potent leather and oud accords make it too strong for office wear, but perfect for making a statement on a date or at a formal event. The sheer intensity means it would overwhelm in casual settings or during sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Musky, Amber accords and Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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