Serge Lutens 2014 Edp

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L'orpheline

Serge Lutens L'orpheline is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. The fragrance opens with Aldehydes and Frankincense, settles into a heart of Incense, Myrrh, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Musk, Labdanum, Cashmeran, and Coumarin.

Our verdict on L'orpheline: Favourite

This one's a divisive brew; some hail it as an ethereal, melancholic masterpiece, while others can't shake off the scent of shaving cream. If you're into understated gothic vibes and don't mind smelling a bit like a haunted cathedral, it's a winner. Otherwise, sample first, obviously.
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  • Mysterious
  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
L'orpheline Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 3%
Fruity 0%
Green 0%
Sweet 12%
Warm 38%
Woody 12%
Earthy 20%
Animalic 32%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Musky
100%
Amber
97%
Smoky
90%
Balsamic
67%
Powdery
65%

Notes

Top Notes

Aldehydes 50% Frankincense 50%

Heart Notes

Incense 33% Myrrh 33% Patchouli 33%

Base Notes

Musk 25% Labdanum 25% Cashmeran 25% Coumarin 25%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate sillage and clean, non-obtrusive accords make it suitable for office and casual wear. It's too understated and contemplative for formal events, and certainly not for sport.

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About

L'Orpheline opens with a surprisingly soft, yet distinct, smoky, resinous incense, immediately evoking cool, hallowed spaces. This deepens into a clean, almost metallic musk, offering a sense of stark clarity. A subtle powdery nuance then emerges, softening the edges while retaining its introspective, slightly austere character. It's a scent that balances coldness with a strange comfort, a sheer veil of incense and skin musk.

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