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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it a delicious, syrupy dream, others are repulsed by what they perceive as burnt sugar, BO, or just plain weirdness. Definitely not a blind buy, unless you're a true Serge Lutens aficionado.
Divisive, overhyped, and a magnet for debate - but if you're not bothered by the 'Babycat clone' discourse and appreciate a robust, smoky vanilla-suede, this is a banger. Not for the faint-hearted or those who avoid strong saffron and leather.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 33% | 32% |
| Warm | 46% | 33% |
| Woody | 10% | 13% |
| Earthy | 21% | 18% |
| Animalic | 15% | 16% |
| Fresh | 0% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong, distinctive character and long-lasting nature, L'innommable shines brightest on dates and formal events where its unique profile can be appreciated without being overwhelming. It's too potent for the office and entirely unsuitable for sport, while casual wear depends heavily on personal preference and the specific setting.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its smoky, leathery, and boozy accords, make it unsuitable for office wear. It truly shines on a date or for formal evening events, where its luxurious warmth and mysterious undertones can be appreciated without overwhelming a casual setting.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Vanilla accords and Benzoin, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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