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Chabaud Maison de Parfum 2015 Parfum

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Lumière de Venise

by Sophie Chabaud

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Chabaud Maison de Parfum Lumière de Venise is a Parfum launched in 2015, created by Sophie Chabaud. Lumière de Venise opens with Bergamot and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Violet, and Peach, and dries down to a base of Woody, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Chabaud Maison de Parfum's Lumière de Venise carries an Acquired verdict, a citrus-led wear.

Lumière de Venise is a divisive one - you'll either find its morphing citrus-woody-floral heart utterly charming or a bit of a chaotic mess. Some call it a modern chypre with a 'charming' peach-patchouli blend; others find it a 'boring' and 'artificial' throwback to early 2000s men's fragrances.
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
  • Clean
  • Modern
Lumière de Venise Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

The long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its shifting character, make it versatile but perhaps not a slam-dunk for strict office environments. It has enough intrigue for a date night, but some perceive it as too 'old-fashioned' or 'generic' for a truly modern formal event.

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Opens with a lively burst of bergamot and grapefruit, giving a sparkling, almost champagne-like freshness. This bright citrus then settles into a contradictory heart where sweet peach and delicate florals like rose, violet, and jasmine play a fleeting tune. The patchouli soon takes the lead, weaving through the composition, backed by a warm, earthy blend of sandalwood, oakmoss, and tonka bean, adding a grounded, woody depth that can lean masculine on the dry down.