La Fille Tour De Fer
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rose Oud
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Which Should You Buy?
Serge Lutens' La Fille Tour De Fer is a divisive fresh rose scent: some will swoon over its photorealistic, 'cooling hot' rose, others will find it pungent, metallic or just plain boring. Best sampled, definitely not a safe blind buy.
A truly divisive rose-oud for the masses, Yves Rocher's Rose Oud delivers a surprisingly dark and sophisticated take on a classic combo. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair thanks to its intriguing, slightly 'dirty' edge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 5% |
| Floral | 65% | 85% |
| Fruity | 3% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 20% | 25% |
| Warm | 15% | 0% |
| Woody | 2% | 0% |
| Earthy | 7% | 0% |
| Animalic | 2% | 5% |
| Fresh | 9% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent rose and impressive longevity make it quite noticeable, so a light hand is needed for the office. However, its sophisticated and clean floral character makes it versatile enough for most other occasions, particularly dates and formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and intimate nature mean it's suitable for close encounters, making it good for dates or more formal evenings without being overpowering. While some find it office-appropriate due to its understated projection, its darker character might be too bold for everyday wear. The 'dirty' or 'skanky' aspects mentioned by some reviewers further limit its casual and sport appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral accords and Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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