Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe
Serge Lutens

Le Participe Passe

SpicySweetLeatherWoodyCitrus

Le Participe Passéby Serge Lutensis a Amber fragrance for women and men. Le Participe Passéwas launched in 2018. Top notes are Artemisia and Bergamot; middle notes are Fruity Notes and Pepper; base notes are Egyptian balsam, Resins, Caramel, Cumin, Leather and Patchouli.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Le Participe Passe

Best seasons
☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Le Participe Passe

What does Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe smell like?+

Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe is a spicy, sweet, and leather fragrance. The opening is pepper and artemisia. the heart settles on cumin, fruity notes, and bergamot. the dry-down rests on egyptian balsam, resins, and caramel.

How long does Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe last on skin?+

Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe?+

Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe?+

Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe is best worn during summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe fits collectors looking for spicy, sweet, and leather signature. ScentCast members can add Serge Lutens Le Participe Passe to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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