La Myrrhe
A translucent yet deep eau de parfum where sweet, resinous myrrh and amber are brightened by spicy and citrus notes, creating a sparkling, almost effervescent aura over a meditative, balsamic heart. It moves from luminous and airy to softly honeyed and warm, staying intimate on the skin.
Perfumer: Undisclosed
La Myrrhe
A translucent yet deep eau de parfum where sweet, resinous myrrh and amber are brightened by spicy and citrus notes, creating a sparkling, almost effervescent aura over a meditative, balsamic heart. It moves from luminous and airy to softly honeyed and warm, staying intimate on the skin.
Scent Development and Character
La Myrrhe is a luminous yet resinous composition where the richness of myrrh and amber is sweetened and textured by gourmand facets, then lifted by spicy and citrus notes that give an almost effervescent brightness. The result feels simultaneously meditative and sparkling: a translucent, aldehydic-like aura over a deep, balsamic heart, with sweetness that stays tempered rather than sugary. As it develops, the citrus and sharper spices soften, leaving a smoother, honeyed resin with a gently warm, musky undertone close to the skin.
Who It Is For and When to Wear It
La Myrrhe suits contemplative evenings and quiet indoor settings where its luminous resin can unfold without distraction. It pairs well with formal or artistic attire, but its hushed sillage makes it appropriate for work environments that tolerate characterful fragrances. Cooler weather and dim lighting accentuate its contrast between sparkling top and balsamic depth, yet the airy texture keeps it from feeling heavy. Best suited to cooler seasons: particularly autumn and winter, when its warm resinous depth and luminous sweetness feel most at home, while its airy texture can still work on crisp spring evenings. Sillage is Moderate sillage: noticeable around the wearer in the first few hours, then settling into a close but still present aura rather than a large projection cloud. Longevity is Above-average longevity for an eau de parfum, often lasting 8–10 hours on skin, with the resinous base persisting well into the drydown.
Perfumer and Bottle
Released in 1995, this is presented as Eau de Parfum and credited to Undisclosed. Iconic Serge Lutens Palais Royal bell jar with rounded shoulders and a glass stopper, offered in a splash format without spray.
