Eau de Parfum2018
Coup de Foudre
Dmitry BortnikoffThe nose · 62 fragrances · also made Musk Khabib (2019)Portrait →

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Bortnikoff  ·  Sold as unisex

Coup de Foudre

The first conversation with someone new over coffee, where each note of the fragrance mirrors the excitement and curiosity of a budding relationship.

4.09116 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
citruswarm spicyamberfloralwoodysweet
Coup de Foudre

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting60% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak4%
Moderate31%
Long lasting47%
Eternal13%
SillageModerate46% say strong or enormous
Intimate14%
Moderate40%
Strong30%
Enormous16%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine36%
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Unisex46%
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Feminine18%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Coup de Foudre by Bortnikoff was launched in 2018 and crafted by Dmitry Bortnikoff. This Oriental fragrance for both women and men is a complex blend of citrus, warm spices, florals, and woody accords. The composition opens with bright notes like champaca, bergamot, and lemon, giving way to the floral heart of jasmine, ylang-ylang, and rose, before settling into an amber base that includes agarwood (oud) and vanilla. Coup de Foudre captures the essence of a sudden, intense connection — a moment where freshness and warmth intertwine.

How to wear it

Apply Coup de Foudre to pulse points for a layered experience. The citrus and green tea notes are bright but fleeting, so layering helps maintain their presence. For longevity, focus on areas like wrists and neck where your body heat will keep the scent warm throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Coup de Foudre, Bortnikoff

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