Eau du Sud
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Eau du Sud by Goutal is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Eau du Sud was launched in 1996. The nose behind this fragrance is Annick Goutal. Top notes are Basil, Bergamot, Grapefruit and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Lime, Lemon Verbena, Mint and Jasmine; base notes are…
Nose: Annick Goutal
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Goutal picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Eau du Sud smell like?
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Eau du Sud?
Top: Basil, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Lime, Lemon Verbena, Mint, Jasmine. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Patchouli.
How long does Eau du Sud last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Eau du Sud loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Eau du Sud best for?
Summer is the top pick (48%). Spring is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Eau du Sud?
Day wear leads at 86%. Night is a secondary pick at 14%.
Is Eau du Sud for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 51% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Eau du Sud?
Composed by Annick Goutal. Released in 1996.
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