Serge Lutens 2006 EDP

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Mandarine Mandarin

by Christopher Sheldrake

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Serge Lutens Mandarine Mandarin is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Christopher Sheldrake. Mandarine Mandarin opens with Orange and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Mandarin and Tea, and dries down to a base of Rose Hip, Amber, Tonka Bean, and Labdanum. Serge Lutens's Mandarine Mandarin carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This isn't your average orange scent - it's a peculiar, nuanced blend that some call a masterpiece and others, a mistake. Expect polarising takes on its distinctive 'celery' note; love it or hate it, you'll definitely have an opinion.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Mysterious
  • Gourmand
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Mandarine Mandarin Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

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

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warm, amber-spicy character, moderate sillage, and intimate longevity make it better suited for closer encounters like dates or semi-formal events. While unique, its distinctiveness might be a bit much for a conservative office setting, though some found it to be surprisingly subtle in projection.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with an intriguing burst of spiced orange, where warm nutmeg and tart mandarin intertwine. The heart reveals a complex tea accord, enhancing the citrus with a surprising green edge that some perceive as celery. The drydown settles into a cosy amber warmth, balanced by the subtle sweetness of tonka bean and a hint of rose hip, creating a unique, almost gourmand, spiced-candied orange experience.

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