Serge Lutens 2008 EDP

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El Attarine

Serge Lutens El Attarine is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Christopher Sheldrake. El Attarine opens with Violet Leaf, Cumin, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Immortelle, Orange Blossom, Violet, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Woody, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Serge Lutens's El Attarine carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's proper weird. A divisive beast of a scent, El Attarine is either an ethereal, honeyed dream or a full-on cumin catastrophe. Approach with caution, as it definitely isn't a safe blind buy.

Mysterious
Bold
Sensual
Warm
Edgy

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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Sweet

100%

Honey

85%

Fresh Spicy

85%

Herbal

85%

Woody

75%

Warm Spicy

65%

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Performance

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:

Fall Winter

Also Works:

Summer

A sunlit, golden scent that wears best in autumn, when its honey-immortelle warmth and dry cumin spice feel most at home. It carries into mild summer days on its airy, sweet character and holds up in winter for those who want the cosy side of its honeyed amber, though the soft projection keeps it intimate.

Best Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its unusual honeyed-cumin signature and intimate sillage make it a poor office pick, but the same distinctive character shines on a date or at a formal event where you want something memorable. The soft, skin-hugging drydown also suits relaxed casual wear; it lacks the freshness for sport.

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El Attarine opens with a punchy, almost oily cumin blast that's quickly tempered by the sweet, golden embrace of honey and ever so slight apricot. Immortelle weaves in, lending a distinctive herbal and slightly spicy depth, while a gentle woody base anchors the composition, preventing it from becoming overly cloying. It's a sweet, spicy, and somewhat unusual journey from start to finish.