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Stéphane Humbert Lucas 777 · Sold as unisex
Taklamakan
The hush of an old library at twilight, where the scent of warm spices and leather mingle with the quiet rustle of turning pages.
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TaklamakanLuxury · $250+
63%Similar accords, often for lessPrada Amber Pour Homme Intense · PradaPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 by Stéphane Humbert Lucas, Taklamakan is a fragrance that weaves together the warmth of powdery woods and amber with the depth of iris and musk. The composition opens with a balsamic edge, hinting at the rich complexity to come. This scent embodies the idea of an intimate space where comfort and elegance meet — think the plush privacy of a well-appointed study, where leather-bound volumes rest alongside flickering candlelight.
Taklamakan is best applied in light layers — it blooms gradually over time. The powdery notes are most noticeable close to skin, so aim for pulse points rather than a wide spray. It pairs well with cooler weather but can be worn year-round as an understated indulgence.
Fig. 01 — Taklamakan, Stéphane Humbert Lucas 777
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Stéphane Humbert Lucas
The mystic perfumerStéphane Humbert Lucas is both a perfumer and a brand founder — a rare combination that gives him complete creative control over his olfactory vision.
“I do not invent perfumes, I rearrange them and invite them to combine, I am a matchmaker, a couturier of the invisible.”
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Adds aromatic; shares four accords.
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 55%, disliked or hated by 9%.