Fils de Joie
white floral up front, then sweet, settling into honey.
About
Fils de Joie by Serge Lutens is a Floral fragrance for women and men. Fils de Joie was launched in 2020. Top notes are Jasmine and Night Blooming Jasmine; middle notes are Honey and Ylang-Ylang; base note is Musk. "Laughter awaits a phrase, a word, a situation proclaim itself. A…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Serge Lutens picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Fils de Joie smell like?
white floral up front, then sweet, settling into honey. Dominant accords: white floral, sweet, honey.
What notes are in Fils de Joie?
Top: Jasmine, Night Blooming Jasmine. Heart: Honey, Ylang-Ylang. Base: Musk.
How long does Fils de Joie last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Fils de Joie loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Fils de Joie best for?
Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Fils de Joie?
Night wear leads at 61%. Day is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is Fils de Joie for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 37% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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