L'innommable
“L'innommable by Serge Lutens is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a amber, fresh spicy composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2018 by Serge Lutens and crafted by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake, L'innommable is a complex Oriental fragrance that oscillates between the fresh and warm spicy notes, creating an enigmatic atmosphere. The composition opens with a sharp freshness that cuts through the air before giving way to rich amber and vanilla, grounding it in a warm and enveloping embrace. An underlying animalic note adds a subtle depth, making L'innommable both provocative and mysterious.
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Application Tips
Apply L'innommable in light layers — the fresh spicy notes are fleeting but make way for a rich base that develops slowly over time. It’s best to let it build on skin rather than layering heavily, as this allows the animalic undertones to emerge gradually.
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 hushed quiet of an opulent parlor just before the lights dim, where the air is filled with a blend of spicy incense and warm musk.
Fig. 01 — L'innommable, Serge Lutens
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