2018
Le Passant
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Ormaie  ·  Sold as masculine

Le Passant

The quiet confidence of a well-tailored suit in an understated boardroom, where the scent of lavender and vanilla subtly asserts itself.

3.77257 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
aromaticvanillalavenderbalsamicsweetfresh spicy
Le Passant

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate34% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak7%
Weak10%
Moderate50%
Long lasting30%
Eternal4%
SillageModerate21% say strong or enormous
Intimate24%
Moderate55%
Strong16%
Enormous5%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

HeartThe Soul

When to Wear

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Summer
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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine22%
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Unisex53%
♀
Feminine26%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2018 by Serge de Oliveira, Le Passant by Ormaie is an aromatic fougère that balances freshness with warmth. The opening notes of bergamot and lavender create a crisp, invigorating start, while the heart introduces marigold for added complexity and herbal depth. The base notes of tonka bean and vanilla provide a rich, sweet contrast to the fresh spiciness of the top accords, creating a harmonious blend that feels both modern and lasting.

How to wear it

Le Passant is best applied lightly but directly to pulse points. The fresh top notes are fleeting, so wait a few minutes for the warm vanilla and tonka bean base to fully emerge. It pairs particularly well with cooler weather, as the warmth of its base notes becomes more pronounced in lower temperatures.

Fig. 01 — Le Passant, Ormaie

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03 · The nose

Serge de Oliveira

Serge de Oliveira began his career in 2002 as an assistant at IFF under perfumer Richard Ibanez, developing an affinity for woody notes like vetiver and patchouli.

11fragrances

Designer Ormaie

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.77/ 5 · 257 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 19%.

Love38%
Like31%
OK12%
Dislike7%
Hate11%
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