Serge Lutens 2014 Edp

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Laine de Verre

Serge Lutens Laine de Verre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. The fragrance settles into a heart of Cashmeran, Aldehydes, Musk, and Spicy.

Our verdict on Laine de Verre: Statement

This one's a true love-it-or-hate-it affair. Laine de Verre is pure concept, delivering an uncompromisingly sharp, cold, and metallic clean that some find exhilaratingly fresh, while others recoil from its stark, industrial edge. Definitely not a blind buy.
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Bright
  • Cozy
  • Masculine
Laine de Verre Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20%
Floral 7%
Fruity 2%
Green 1%
Sweet 15%
Warm 15%
Woody 9%
Earthy 1%
Animalic 22%
Fresh 32%

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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Sport
Also Works:
Casual

Its sharp, clean profile makes Laine de Verre suitable for summer days or office wear where a crisp, professional, if slightly unusual, impression is desired. However, its often-compared 'detergent' or 'cleaning product' scent and divisive nature make it a poor choice for intimate dates or formal events. It performs best as a personal refresher or energiser.

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About

Laine de Verre opens with a bracing, almost startling burst of intense aldehydes, conjuring images of steel and cold, hard surfaces. This 'glass wool' effect is underscored by a sharp, icy citrus that cuts through with a palpable metallic tang. As it settles, a clean, abstract musk emerges, softened ever so slightly by the phantom warmth of cashmeran, yet never losing its distinctive, unyielding freshness. It's a stark, almost sterile cleanliness that challenges conventional perfumery.