Le Participe Passe
“Le Participe Passé by Serge Lutens is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a fresh spicy, caramel composition with a amber undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Le Participe Passe, launched by Serge Lutens in 2018 and crafted by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake, is a composition that balances fresh spice with caramel sweetness and balsamic warmth. The opening notes of artemisia, bergamot, and pepper create an immediate tension, while the heart introduces fruity accents and Egyptian balsam for depth. As it settles, the scent reveals a rich blend of caramel, leather, patchouli, and resins, creating a complex and enveloping experience.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance with a light hand as it blooms quickly on skin. The caramel and balsamic notes are warm and linger throughout the day, making it ideal for layering over your morning routine.
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.
Not a scent you'd wear to be noticed — one you'd wear to feel like yourself, in the quiet moments of reflection before a meeting or after dinner.
Fig. 01 — Le Participe Passe, Serge Lutens
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