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Serge Lutens · Sold as unisex
Bourreau Des Fleurs
The cold steel of an executioner's blade juxtaposed with the softness of crushed petals, evoking a moment of intense emotion.
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Bourreau Des FleursPremium · $100–250How it wears
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Launched in 2017, Bourreau Des Fleurs by Serge Lutens is a fragrance that challenges the conventional notions of floral perfumes. Created by Christopher Sheldrake, this composition remains shrouded in mystery, as it eschews traditional floral notes for a more enigmatic bouquet. The name 'Bourreau Des Fleurs' translates to 'Executioner of Flowers,' embodying Serge Lutens's complex relationship with his mother — a love-hate dynamic that is mirrored in the scent’s tension and depth.
Apply sparingly — this fragrance blooms slowly and can read as overpowering if used heavily. It develops best in the warmth of skin rather than projecting into a room.
Fig. 01 — Bourreau Des Fleurs, Serge Lutens
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Christopher Sheldrake
From Serge Lutens' shadow to Chanel's spotlightChristopher Sheldrake is a British-born perfumer who studied art history before extensive travels sparked his interest in fragrance.
Designer Serge Lutens
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