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L'Artisan Parfumeur · Sold as unisex
Contes du Levant
The intimate conversation around a fireplace in a dimly lit room, where the scent of amber and patchouli lingers softly.
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Contes du LevantPremium · $100–250How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2021 by L'Artisan Parfumeur, Contes du Levant is a parfum crafted by Christophe Raynaud that weaves together the warmth of amber and rose with smoky, balsamic notes. The composition opens with a vibrant floral bouquet, particularly rose, which contrasts beautifully against the rich, spicy undertones of patchouli and woody accords. This fragrance is an exploration of contrasts — the sweetness of florals meets the earthiness of woods, while the spiciness adds depth without overpowering.
Contes du Levant is best applied sparingly due to its richness — one or two sprays are enough. The smoky and woody notes develop slowly on the skin, so it's best experienced close to your own body rather than across a room. It pairs well with cooler evenings but can also be worn during the day for a subtle warmth.
Fig. 01 — Contes du Levant, L'Artisan Parfumeur
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Christophe Raynaud
Architect first, craftsman secondChristophe Raynaud is a perfumer who describes himself as a craftsman with the sensitivity of an artist. He begins each fragrance with a raw olfactory block, working for hours to shape it as a sculptor would — first as architect, then as craftsman.
“At first, I am the architect, and then I become the craftsman.”
Christophe Raynaud · Fragrantica nose page bio (scraped into fragrantica_bio)
Designer L'Artisan Parfumeur
More from the house · founded 1976 · France
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