Serge Lutens 2011 Edp

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L'Eau Froide

Serge Lutens L'Eau Froide is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011. The fragrance settles into a heart of Pepper, Incense, Musk, and Sea Water.

Our verdict on L'Eau Froide: Favourite

Divisive yet distinct, L'Eau Froide offers a radical take on 'fresh'. Some hail it a genius aquatic, others a glorified shaving cream. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent that defies expectations, perfect for those who crave a uniquely cool experience.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Edgy
  • Subtle
  • Calm
L'Eau Froide Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4%
Floral 1%
Fruity 0%
Green 10%
Sweet 4%
Warm 28%
Woody 12%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 37%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Fresh Spicy
98%
Amber
80%
Green
74%
Marine
70%

Notes

Heart Notes

Sea Water 18% Mint 18% Incense 13% Frankincense 12% Ginger 12% Vetiver 10% Musk 9% Pepper 9%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature lends itself well to office and casual wear, though some find it a bit too masculine for office settings. For dates, its quiet uniqueness could be appealing to some, but its lack of overt warmth prevents a higher score. It's not suited for formal events due to its invigorating freshness and moderate performance.

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About

L'Eau Froide opens with a bracing blast of iced mint and sharp pepper, quickly followed by the ethereal coolness of frankincense and sea water. Hints of ginger provide a subtle zing, while a clean musk and vetiver anchor the composition, creating a unique fresh-spicy profile that evokes a pristine, almost metallic chill. It's an aromatic and green aquatic, far from your typical summer freshie.

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