Serge Lutens 2025 EDT

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Tarab

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Serge Lutens Tarab is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2025. Tarab settles into a heart of Candied Fruits, Cedar, Oud, and Rose. Serge Lutens's Tarab carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Tarab is a rose and oud that has divided opinion more than the North-South M1. Some call it uninspired, a mere rehash, while others defend its classic appeal saying the category exists for a reason. Prepare for a fight in the comments if you mention this one.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Bold
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Tarab Eau de Toilette 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The strong rose and oud accords make Tarab too assertive for everyday office wear, but its luxurious depth is perfect for making an impression on a date or at formal events. The rich, sweet-woody profile is less suited for casual daytime activities or any athletic pursuits.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Tarab opens with a rich, opulent Turkish rose, immediately grounding the scent in a classic Middle Eastern-inspired framework. This deep floral heart is expertly interwoven with the dry, woody smokiness of oud, ensuring a sophisticated, weighty presence. As it settles, candied fruits emerge, adding a subtle, chewy sweetness that brightens the composition without detracting from its elegance. Cedar reinforces the woody backbone, providing a smooth, structured finish to this complex and inviting blend.

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