Jean-Louis Scherrer 1979 EDT

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Jean-Louis Scherrer

by Josette Ramisse

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Jean-Louis Scherrer Jean-Louis Scherrer is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1979, created by Josette Ramisse. Jean-Louis Scherrer opens with Hyacinth, Green Notes, Violet, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Jean-Louis Scherrer's Jean-Louis Scherrer carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

Jean-Louis Scherrer is a powerhouse chypre that demands respect and commands attention. It's not for the faint-hearted or those who crave modern sweetness, but for lovers of true vintage glamour, it's a masterpiece. Prepare for a stark, green, and unapologetically bold scent that screams 'grown-up'.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Classic
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Jean-Louis Scherrer 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.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its significant projection and strong, formal character make it perhaps too imposing for most office or casual settings, though a light hand could soften it. It truly shines at formal events or on a sophisticated date, where its elegance can be fully appreciated.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

This is a serious, sophisticated green chypre that opens with a powerful aldehydic blast, quickly joined by crisp hyacinth and green notes, lending a sharp, almost astringent character. The heart unfolds with a rich bouquet of classic florals - rose, jasmine, and an earthy orris - softened by creamy tuberose. The dry down is deep and complex, settled on a bed of oakmoss and vetiver, enriched by animalic civet and warm amber, creating a lasting impression of elegant authority.

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