Les Heures de Cartier L Heure Mysterieuse XII
“Les Heures de Cartier: L'Heure Mysterieuse XII by Cartier is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men”
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Well loved by wearers — a balsamic, aromatic composition with a patchouli undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2009 by Cartier, Les Heures de Cartier L'Heure Mysterieuse XII is a composition crafted by perfumer Mathilde Laurent. This fragrance blends balsamic and aromatic notes with patchouli, amber, warm spices, and white florals to create an enigmatic scent that oscillates between the smoky warmth of its base and the fresh spiciness of its top notes. The result is a complex olfactory experience that captures both mystery and elegance.
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Application Tips
Given its long-lasting nature, apply this fragrance lightly — one or two sprays will suffice. The smoky and spicy notes project moderately, so it works well for daytime wear but can also transition into the evening with ease.
Mathilde Laurent
Founding perfumer · 91 fragrances · French
Mathilde Laurent is a French perfumer. After studying perfumery at ISIPCA in Versailles, Laurent began her career as an apprentice to Jean-Paul Guerlain. She went on to work at Guerlain for 11 years.
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The story behind the bottle.
The dimly lit corner of an upscale library where warm amber and patchouli mingle with the crispness of fresh spice, enveloping you in a cocoon of mystery and sophistication.
Fig. 01 — Les Heures de Cartier L Heure Mysterieuse XII, Cartier
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