What We Do Is Secret 2014 EDP

U ££ Statement

Paris*L.A

by Laurent Le Guernec

Share
Card A shareable image of this fragrance - its verdict, notes and profile. Save or copy it to post anywhere.

What We Do Is Secret Paris*L.A is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Laurent Le Guernec. Paris*L.A opens with Lime, Ginger, and Coca-Cola, settles into a heart of Neroli, Coriander, and Thyme, and dries down to a base of Macaron, Musk, and Amber. What We Do Is Secret's Paris*L.A carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a proper sweet shop of a scent, a divisive mix of fizzy cola straight from the can and syrupy macarons. Some find it a delightful, playful gourmand, others a cloying, chemical mess. You'll either love it or hate it, mate.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Playful
  • Energetic
  • Sweet
  • Cozy
  • Gourmand
Check price on → Check prices ↓
Paris*L.A 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.

ScentArt

ScentArt Explorer What is ScentArt?

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:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it a decent choice for casual wear and dates, as it's noticed without being overwhelming. The overt sweetness and playful gourmand character aren't quite right for formal settings or an office environment.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Ethics and formulation

We report other people's certifications, never our own. Every claim links to its source.

  • Vegan Brand-stated What We Do Is Secret says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

Certification covers a brand's whole range. Part-range claims show on the brand page.

About

It kicks off with a fizzy blast of Coca-Cola, sweetened by lime and a spicy ginger zing. The heart introduces a subtle aromatic twist with neroli, coriander, and thyme, before settling into a warm, creamy base of musky macarons and amber. It’s a proper gourmand journey, from bubbly refreshment to comforting sweetness.

Similar

Compare & Pair

Layer

Wear two at once. See what layers well with Paris*L.A Eau de Parfum - the blends worth trying, and how each one scores.

Complement

Round out the rotation. See what complements Paris*L.A Eau de Parfum - fragrances that pair with it, worn side by side.

Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom ·

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Drawn from community reviews and editor-reviewed before publishing on . See our methodology and disclosure policy.