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Serge Lutens · Sold as unisex
Un Lys
An afternoon in a city park where white flowers catch the light, their sweetness tempered by the earthy richness of the soil beneath your feet.
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Un LysPremium · $100–250
74%Similar accords, often for lessLilys Nest · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 2 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched by Serge Lutens in 2007, Un Lys is the work of perfumer Christopher Sheldrake and embodies the brand's signature blend of elegance and mystery. This fragrance opens with a bright white floral accord that feels crisp and clean, before transitioning into a softer, more complex composition where musky and powdery notes mingle with subtle hints of vanilla and spices. The animalic undertones add an unexpected depth, creating a scent that is both familiar and intriguing.
Un Lys is best applied to pulse points for its powdery warmth and subtle spiciness to develop fully on skin. The scent tends to bloom gradually over an hour, so a light application can be more effective than a heavy spray.
Fig. 01 — Un Lys, 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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A community favourite: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 9%.