OrangeOpens with
ClovesHeart
NutmegDries down to
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Serge Lutens · Sold as unisex
Des Clous Pour Une Pelure
The crisp moment when you step into a cozy kitchen filled with the scent of spices being ground for an afternoon bake, blending freshness and warmth.
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Des Clous Pour Une PelurePremium · $100–250
42%Similar accords, often for lessSacrifice for Him · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares orange and nutmeg8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Des Clous Pour Une Pelure by Serge Lutens, launched in 2020 and crafted by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake, is a warm spicy aromatic fragrance that balances the brightness of citrus with the depth of spices. The composition opens with a sharp burst of orange, which quickly gives way to the rich warmth of cloves in the heart, before settling into the earthy sweetness of nutmeg at its base. This interplay between freshness and spiciness creates an intriguing tension, making it both invigorating and enveloping.
This fragrance has a strong initial burst but settles beautifully. Apply it lightly to let the nuanced layers unfold throughout the day. It pairs well with light jackets or blouses, enhancing its warm embrace.
Fig. 01 — Des Clous Pour Une Pelure, 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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The originalDes Clous Pour Une PelureSerge Lutens · Premium · $100–250Ajmal · 2007Sacrifice for HimShares Orange and Nutmegunder $40★ 3.93 (69)42%Match
Ajmal · 2008RagheebShares Cloves and Nutmegunder $40★ 3.98 (40)39%Match
Zara · 2026Golden Decade NectarShares Orangeunder $40★ 4.50 (30)
With Aaron Terence Hughes Odyssey+
Adds woody, aromatic and balsamic; shares two accords.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 29%, disliked or hated by 17%.