La Couche du Diable
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Molecule 01 + Cistus
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, baffling, yet utterly compelling - La Couche du Diable is Serge Lutens at its Serge Lutens-est. Some call it foul, others fabulous, but everyone remembers this dark, balsamic, boozy ride that's not afraid to get a little dirty. Prepare for an experience, not just a scent.
This one is a properly divisive beast. Some find it a profoundly naturalistic, rich amber experience, whilst others get stuck with a melancholic, screechy, and even 'pissy' woodshop vibe. You'll either love its unique depth or find it underwhelmingly one-dimensional.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 23% | 16% |
| Warm | 28% | 28% |
| Woody | 36% | 26% |
| Earthy | 25% | 20% |
| Animalic | 13% | 20% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its rich, heavy accords and often beastly projection make it unsuitable for everyday wear or the office. This is a scent for special, colder weather occasions where its seductive, almost gothic character can truly shine, like a mysterious date night or a formal event seeking a bold statement.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle projection and skin-scent nature make it suitable for office and casual wear, even for understated polish. However, some find it too linear or fleeting for a big formal event, and its lack of freshness makes it unsuitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Musky accords and Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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