L'Artisan Parfumeur 1999 Edp

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Passage d'Enfer

by Olivia Giacobetti

L'Artisan Parfumeur Passage d'Enfer is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1999, created by Olivia Giacobetti. The fragrance settles into a heart of Lily, Incense, Musk, and Woody.

Our verdict on Passage d'Enfer: Statement

Passage d'Enfer is a divisive beast. Many call it a spiritual, clean incense-lily masterpiece, but just as many find it underwhelming, weak, and ultimately dull. Best sampled to see if you get the church or the shower gel.
  • Clean
  • Calm
  • Mysterious
  • Soft
  • Relaxed
Passage d'Enfer Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 23%
Fruity 0%
Green 3%
Sweet 13%
Warm 23%
Woody 23%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 18%
Fresh 4%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its intimate sillage and clean accords make it suitable for office and casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. However, its understated nature might not stand out for dates or formal events, and it's certainly not built for sport.

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About

Opening with a distinct coolness, Passage d'Enfer wraps you in a clean, almost antiseptic aura. The star is a stark, almost melancholic lily, softened by a faint, dry incense. It's underpinned by a clean, powdery musk and subtle woody notes that emerge on the dry down. Imagine an empty, stone-cold church, not a vibrant bouquet - it's chaste, ethereal, and notably unsweetened.