Serge Lutens 2020 Edp

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Des Clous Pour Une Pelure

Serge Lutens Des Clous Pour Une Pelure is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. The fragrance opens with Orange, settles into a heart of Clove, and dries down to a base of Nutmeg.

Our verdict on Des Clous Pour Une Pelure: Statement

This one's a real head-scratcher and not for the faint-hearted. It’s a polarizing blend of festive comfort and something unexpectedly medicinal, leaving some enchanted by its quirky charm and others reaching for the nearest air freshener. Definitely try before you buy, unless you fancy smelling like a Christmas pomander at the dentist.
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  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Warm
  • Playful
  • Edgy
Des Clous Pour Une Pelure Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 27%
Floral 0%
Fruity 7%
Green 0%
Sweet 25%
Warm 53%
Woody 8%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 10%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Citrus
97%
Fresh Spicy
79%
Sweet
50%
Floral
37%

Notes

Top Notes

Orange 100%

Heart Notes

Clove 100%

Base Notes

Nutmeg 100%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Winter
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its unique and often described as 'medicinal' or 'aftershave-like' spicy freshness, combined with moderate projection and a somewhat intimate sillage, make it less suited for formal or office settings. However, its festive and quirky nature makes it a good fit for casual outings, especially during cooler seasons, or even for a date if you want to make a memorable, if potentially odd, impression.

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About

Imagine a bowl of sweet, juicy oranges, some still with their bitter rind attached, generously studded with spicy cloves. Then, a dusting of fresh, woody nutmeg settles over the whole scene. It's a warm, spicy, and citrusy aroma, initially bright and almost candy-like, before the invigorating kick of spices introduces a peculiar, almost medicinal freshness that lingers.

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