Arabie
fresh spicy up front, then sweet, settling into fruity.
About
Arabie by Serge Lutens is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Arabie was launched in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Christopher Sheldrake. The fragrance features Dried Fruits, Cloves, Dates, Nutmeg, Caraway, Bay Leaf, Resin, Siam Benzoin, Myrrh, Fig, Sandalwood, Mandarin Orange, Tonka Bean and Cedar. Many…
Nose: Christopher Sheldrake
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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 winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Serge Lutens picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Arabie smell like?
fresh spicy up front, then sweet, settling into fruity. Dominant accords: fresh spicy, sweet, fruity.
How long does Arabie last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Arabie loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Arabie best for?
Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Arabie?
Night wear leads at 52%. Day is a secondary pick at 48%.
Is Arabie for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 69% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Arabie?
Composed by Christopher Sheldrake. Released in 2000.
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