2009
Terracotta Eau Sous Le Vent
Jacques GuerlainThe nose · 40 fragrances · also made Shalimar Parfum (1925)Portrait →

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Terracotta Eau Sous Le Vent

The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, blending the crispness of bergamot with the warmth of carnation and jasmine.

4.12153 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprint
white floralfruitysweetanimalic
Terracotta Eau Sous Le VentPremium · $100–250
38%Similar accords, often for lessSaffron & Orange Flowers · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 9 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityWeak19% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak24%
Weak38%
Moderate19%
Long lasting3%
Eternal16%
SillageModerate46% say strong or enormous
Intimate24%
Moderate30%
Strong16%
Enormous30%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine13%
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Unisex25%
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Feminine63%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2009, Terracotta Eau Sous Le Vent by Guerlain is a floral fragrance that combines the freshness of green notes and bergamot with the richness of carnation, jasmine, and iris. The composition is further enhanced by subtle animalic undertones, creating an intriguing contrast between the crispness of its top notes and the warmth of its base. Jacques Guerlain, known for his innovative use of materials, brings to life a scent that captures the essence of a terracotta roof under a gentle breeze.

How to wear it

This fragrance blooms slowly, so a light application is recommended to allow its layers to unfold naturally. The green notes are most prominent in the first hour, while the warm base notes emerge gradually, making it perfect for an afternoon or early evening.

Fig. 01 — Terracotta Eau Sous Le Vent, Guerlain

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03 · The nose

Jacques Guerlain

The poet of the golden age

Jacques Guerlain is one of the greatest perfumers who ever lived — the man who gave the world Shalimar, Mitsouko, L'Heure Bleue, and Vol de Nuit. As the third-generation perfumer of the House of Guerlain, he elevated the family craft into high art.

“Perfumery? It is a matter of patience.”

Jacques Guerlain · As recalled by Marcel Billot, Parfumerie, Cosmétique, Savons, 1964
40fragrances
1874born
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What people
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4.12/ 5 · 153 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 10%.

Love35%
Like54%
OK1%
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