Sables
warm spicy up front, then herbal, settling into sweet.
About
Sables by Goutal is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Sables was launched in 1985. The nose behind this fragrance is Annick Goutal. Top notes are Immortelle and Cinnamon; middle notes are Pepper and Black Tea; base notes are Sandalwood and Amber.
Nose: Annick Goutal
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
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 perfumes for beginners — More Goutal picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Sables smell like?
warm spicy up front, then herbal, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: warm spicy, herbal, sweet.
What notes are in Sables?
Top: Immortelle, Cinnamon. Heart: Pepper, Black Tea. Base: Sandalwood, Amber.
How long does Sables last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Sables loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Sables best for?
Fall is the top pick (39%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Sables?
Day wear leads at 53%. Night is a secondary pick at 47%.
Is Sables for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 47% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Sables?
Composed by Annick Goutal. Released in 1985.
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