Cartier 2018 EDT

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La Panthere

by Mathilde Laurent

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Cartier La Panthere is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2018, created by Mathilde Laurent. La Panthere opens with Bergamot and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Green Notes, Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Cartier's La Panthere carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A divisive take on a modern chypre. Some find it a beautifully blended, effortlessly chic white floral that's fresh and airy, while others are disappointed by its lack of uniqueness, weak performance, or even find it unpleasant due to a sharp, pungent quality.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Feminine
  • Elegant
  • Soft
  • Clean
  • Fresh
La Panthere Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

ScentArt

Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean white floral profile make it highly appropriate for office wear or casual daytime use. While some suggest it’s too intimate for general detection, a number of reviews praise its wearability and versatility for everyday wear without being overwhelming.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, AQUA (WATER), PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), BENZYL BENZOATE, LINALOOL, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, LIMONENE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, BHT, GERANIOL, EVERNIA PRUNASTRI (OAKMOSS) EXTRACT, ISOEUGENOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, CITRAL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CI 14700 (RED N&DEG,4), CI 19140 (YELLOW N&DEG,5)

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

La Panthere EDT opens with a sparkling citrus hit of grapefruit and bergamot, quickly softening into a lush white floral heart. Gardenia, lily-of-the-valley, and jasmine bloom with a dewy, green freshness, accented by hints of pear and pineapple. The base settles into a clean, musky finish with subtle touches of sandalwood, patchouli, and a whisper of elegant leather, preventing it from veering too sweet.

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