Jean Patou 1992 EDP

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Sublime

by Jean Kerléo

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Jean Patou Sublime is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1992, created by Jean Kerléo. Sublime opens with Bergamot, Orange, Mandarin, and Ylang-Ylang, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Patchouli. Jean Patou's Sublime carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a real marmite scent - you'll either adore its warm, golden embrace or find it a bit too much. Sublime is a truly classic, sophisticated floral that demands attention, but be warned: reformulations divide opinion, so hunt for a vintage bottle if you want the full, unadulterated experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Classic
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Sublime Eau de Parfum 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Sublime's strong sillage and 'old money' feel make it less suitable for the office, where it might be too overpowering. It excels in formal and date settings, conveying elegance and sophistication, as many reviewers indicated it made them feel glamorous and well-dressed.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Sublime unfurls with a sun-drenched burst of citrus, where juicy orange and mandarin mingle with bright bergamot and the rich sweetness of ylang-ylang. This vibrant opening mellows into a plush heart of white florals, led by indolic jasmine and soft rose, before settling into a warm, powdery base. Amber and musk provide a comforting, slightly animalic depth, underpinned by earthy patchouli, creating a complex and enveloping aroma that feels both opulent and refined.

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