Un Lys
“Un Lys by Serge Lutens is a Floral Green fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
A community favourite — a white floral, soft spicy composition with a musky undertone. Voted best for spring wear — and genuinely unisex.
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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.
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Application Tips
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.
Christopher Sheldrake
Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · French
Christopher Sheldrake is a perfumer who has created perfumes for Chanel, Shiseido, Serge Lutens, Rochas, Avon and SpaceNK. Some of his most notable fragrances include Chanel's Coco Noir and Serge Lutens, Chergui.
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The story behind the bottle.
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.
Fig. 01 — Un Lys, Serge Lutens
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