Parfums Caron 1985 Edp

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Le 3e Homme de Caron

by Akiko Kamei , Françoise Caron

Parfums Caron Le 3e Homme de Caron is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1985, created by Akiko Kamei and Françoise Caron. The fragrance opens with Lavender, Anise, Rosemary, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Geranium, and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Musk.

Our verdict on Le 3e Homme de Caron: Acquired

This one's a proper grower. Give Le 3e Homme some time past its initial blast and you'll find a sophisticated, unique scent that's loved by many, even if a few find it a bit too 'classic' or challenging at first.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
Le 3e Homme de Caron Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 15%
Floral 23%
Fruity 1%
Green 15%
Sweet 16%
Warm 13%
Woody 12%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 19%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Citrus
76%
Earthy
68%
Lavender
67%
Mossy
67%

Notes

Top Notes

Lavender 27% Lemon 24% Bergamot 20% Anise 15% Rosemary 14%

Heart Notes

Coriander 27% Geranium 19% Carnation 19% Jasmine 18% Rose 17%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 23% Vetiver 17% Vanilla 12% Cedar 12% Patchouli 12% Tonka Bean 12% Musk 12%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its sophisticated aromatic and chypre accords, coupled with a moderate sillage, make it suitable for office and formal wear, leaning towards dressier occasions. While some find it versatile enough for daily use, its depth and classic character suit more deliberate settings.

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About

Le 3e Homme de Caron lands with a zesty, almost medicinal citrus and sharp lavender punch, underscored by an aromatic blend of anise and rosemary. As it settles, a floral heart emerges with rose, geranium, and carnation, spiced by coriander, before mellowing into a rich, earthy base of vetiver, oakmoss, and patchouli, softened by vanilla and tonka bean. It's a complex and ever-evolving scent journey.

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