Douce Amere
“Douce Amere by Serge Lutens is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men”
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Well loved by wearers — a white floral, vanilla composition with a herbal undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2002 by Serge Lutens, Douce Amère is a captivating Oriental Woody fragrance crafted by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake. The composition opens with white floral and aromatic notes, creating an initial impression of freshness and clarity. As it evolves, the scent becomes warmer and more complex, with vanilla and cinnamon adding layers of sweetness and spice. This interplay between light and warmth is further accentuated by herbal undertones and a touch of bitterness that adds depth to its overall character.
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Application Tips
Apply Douce Amère to pulse points for an intimate experience. The white floral notes are bright but fleeting; the vanilla and spicy base notes will last throughout the day, so a light application is sufficient.
Christopher Sheldrake
Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · French
Christopher Sheldrake is a perfumer who has created perfumes for Chanel, Shiseido, Serge Lutens, Rochas, Avon and SpaceNK. Some of his most notable fragrances include Chanel's Coco Noir and Serge Lutens, Chergui.
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The story behind the bottle.
The cozy embrace of a well-worn leather armchair, where the scent of warm spices and subtle bitterness intertwine with the soft glow of candlelight.
Fig. 01 — Douce Amere, Serge Lutens
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