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Cacharel · Sold as feminine
LouLou
The subtle confidence of a woman stepping into an evening, feeling both comfortable and alluring in her own skin.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
LouLouMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1987, LouLou by Cacharel is a fragrance that celebrates the seductive charm of its 'older sister,' Anaïs Anaïs. Designed by Jean Guichard, it pays homage to the iconic style of Louise Brooks from the 1920s. The composition features a powdery and amber base with notes of plum, iris, jasmine, ylang-ylang, and vanilla, creating a warm and sweet yet sophisticated aroma. LouLou was one of the top-selling perfumes of the 1980s and is known for its distinctive azure-and-red faceted bottle, inspired by Matisse's 'Odalisque with Red Trousers.'
Apply LouLou to pulse points for the best longevity. The powdery base notes develop slowly over time, so it’s worth waiting for them to fully bloom rather than layering too much initially. This fragrance reads better close to the skin, making it ideal for intimate moments.
Fig. 01 — LouLou, Cacharel
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Jean Guichard
Grasse roots, global iconsJean Guichard is a perfumer born and raised in Grasse, the son of a flower grower, who began his career at Roure Bertrand Dupont before working at Créations Aromatiques, Quest International, and Givaudan, where he now directs the Givaudan Perfumery School.
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