Cedre
warm spicy up front, then tuberose, settling into white floral.
About
Cedre by Serge Lutens is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Cedre was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Christopher Sheldrake. The fragrance features Tuberose, Cedar, Amber, Cloves, Cinnamon and Musk. Elegant, warm and deep cedar scent is in centre of attention, which is shown…
Nose: Christopher Sheldrake
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Serge Lutens picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Cedre smell like?
warm spicy up front, then tuberose, settling into white floral. Dominant accords: warm spicy, tuberose, white floral.
How long does Cedre last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Cedre loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Cedre best for?
Fall is the top pick (42%). Winter is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Cedre?
Day wear leads at 56%. Night is a secondary pick at 44%.
Is Cedre for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 57% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Cedre?
Composed by Christopher Sheldrake. Released in 2005.
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