Le Participe Passé

Le Participe Passé by Serge Lutens is a deeply resinous, smoky, and sweetly gourmand fragrance with a complex narrative that evokes memories of log cabins, autumn forests, and burnt caramel. It opens with a sharp, green herbal tone from artemisia, quickly transitioning into a rich, warm layer of cumin, caramel, and smoky resins. The scent evolves with a compelling depth, featuring notes that suggest dried fruit, pine, leather, and a slightly medicinal, balsamic backbone, with occasional hints of bergamot and pepper adding freshness. It lingers powerfully, with projections that are strong to enormous and longevity that extends through the day and into the night. While it's described as unisex and versatile in wearability, its intensity and niche character make it more appropriate for winter or autumn, particularly for those who appreciate a powerful, aromatic, and almost theatrical scent. It delivers a sensory journey that feels like standing by a crackling fireplace in a forest cabin—inviting, intense, and highly distinctive.