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Serge Lutens 2011 EDP

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L'Eau Froide

by Christopher Sheldrake

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Serge Lutens L'Eau Froide is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Christopher Sheldrake. L'Eau Froide opens with Pepper, Ginger, and Mint, settles into a heart of Sea Water, Incense, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vetiver. Serge Lutens's L'Eau Froide carries a Favourite verdict, a aromatic-led wear.

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.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Edgy
  • Subtle
  • Calm
L'Eau Froide Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick at its best in summer, with the iced mint and marine coolness reading as a heat antidote. Spring and breezy autumn days suit it too; the cold mineral incense reads thin and unwelcome in deep winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

The clean, fresh, soft-projecting character lends itself to casual and office wear, and its cooling lift works for sport. Its quiet uniqueness can charm on a date but lacks overt warmth, and its invigorating freshness and moderate performance leave it underdressed for formal events.

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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.