Serge Lutens 1991 EDP
Santal de Mysore
Serge Lutens Santal de Mysore is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1991, created by Christopher Sheldrake. Santal de Mysore opens with Caraway and Spicy, settles into a heart of Benzoin and Styrax, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. Serge Lutens's Santal de Mysore carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.
Santal de Mysore is a divisive beast. For some, it's a sublime journey into creamy, spicy sandalwood. For others, it's a full-on curry house assault. Love it or hate it, it certainly makes an impression, and rarely a subtle one.
- Bold
- Mysterious
- Sensual
- Warm
- Luxurious
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A cold-weather scent. The spiced caraway-and-styrax opening and the deep, creamy sandalwood drydown read thick and warm on skin, and community season votes run fall-dominant with winter close behind. The richness reads heavy in heat, so spring and summer are minor.
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The strong, spicy-resinous profile and robust sillage make it too imposing for an office. Its warm, sensual sandalwood character and long wear suit evening dates and cool-weather formal occasions, while many reviewers also wear it casually at home for personal enjoyment. Lacks the freshness for sport.
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