Serge Lutens 2011 EDP

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Vitriol d'oeillet

by Christopher Sheldrake

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Serge Lutens Vitriol d'oeillet is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Christopher Sheldrake. Vitriol d'oeillet opens with Pimiento, Pepper, Pink Pepper, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Wallflower, Lily, Carnation, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Ylang-Ylang. Serge Lutens's Vitriol d'oeillet carries a Statement verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This one's a divisive affair. Expect a sharp, spicy floral that some absolutely adore for its unique character, while others find it a challenging, even 'traumatic' experience. Definitely not a blind buy, but if you're into polarising scents, get stuck in.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Fresh Spicy
65%
Floral
65%
Soft Spicy
45%
White Floral
45%

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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

The spicy carnation-and-clove heart over a creamy ylang drydown reads warmest in autumn, the anchor season, with winter a natural extension. Its lightness lets it carry into cooler spring days, but the warm spice keeps it off the summer shelf.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Intimate sillage and a my-skin-but-better spicy-floral character suit casual wear and date nights well, with enough quiet sophistication for a formal evening. The pointed spice opening makes it a poor fit for the office or sport.

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Vitriol d'oeillet opens with an unapologetic blast of warm spices - bold cloves and a medley of peppers, especially pink. This fiery introduction mellows slightly into a floral heart dominated by carnation and lily. There's an underlying creamy, almost metallic nuance, with hints of ylang-ylang bringing a subtle sweetness that balances the sharp spice, sometimes leading to a clean, soapy dry down.

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