La Religieuse
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Pure Musc
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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 is pure marmite - some find its clean musk ethereal and comforting, others find it shockingly unpleasant or just plain dull. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite the 'clean girl' hype.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 35% | 31% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 1% |
| Sweet | 17% | 26% |
| Warm | 13% | 6% |
| Woody | 4% | 13% |
| Earthy | 8% | 0% |
| Animalic | 41% | 42% |
| 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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its non-offensive, clean profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, with many reviews highlighting its suitability for work. While it can be layered for dates or formal events, its subtle projection means it won't dominate.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Powdery, Amber accords and Jasmine, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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