Sarrasins
white floral up front, then floral, settling into musky.
About
Sarrasins by Serge Lutens is a Floral fragrance for women and men. Sarrasins was launched in 2007. Top note is Floral Notes; middle notes are Jasmine and Carnation; base note is Musk.
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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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Serge Lutens picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Sarrasins smell like?
white floral up front, then floral, settling into musky. Dominant accords: white floral, floral, musky.
What notes are in Sarrasins?
Top: Floral Notes. Heart: Jasmine, Carnation. Base: Musk.
How long does Sarrasins last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Sarrasins loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Sarrasins best for?
Fall is the top pick (31%). Spring is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Sarrasins?
Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Sarrasins for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 42% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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