Serge Lutens La Fille de Berlin — Intense Peppery Rose EDP

Storytelling Introduction

La Fille de Berlin is a tribute to a fiercely elegant femininity—not demure, but unapologetically bold. Released in 2013 and crafted by Christopher Sheldrake, it's often imagined as a rose blooming through destruction: fierce, gothic, and intoxicating. ([turn0search1], [turn0search9])

Key Notes & Olfactory Pyramid

• Top Notes: Rose, Geranium

• Heart Note: Palmarosa

• Base Notes: Honey, Moss, Patchouli ([turn0search0], [turn0search4])
  The composition builds from a sharp, spicy floral rose into a rich, earthy, and subtly honeyed dry-down.

Longevity & Sillage

• Exceptional longevity—many users experience its presence for 8–10 hours.

• Projection is strong initially, then settles into a captivating skin-hugging trail. ([turn0search6], [turn0search2])

Perfect Occasions & Seasons

La Fille de Berlin feels made for dramatic bloom: perfect for autumn and winter evenings, elegant formal occasions, or any moment you want to leave a memorable, gothic-chic impression.

Why Niche Lovers Embrace It

This is rose turned on its head—voluptuous, metallic, and daring. It's not polite or subtle; it’s a rose that bites. Its intensity, dark allure, and floral craftsmanship make it a standout connoisseur choice.

Community Voices

“La Fille de Berlin is a metallic rose that has been sweetened by honey. It is both austere and vampish in equal measure…”

“The rose explodes off of my skin… a spicy rose as unfathomable as a black hole… La Fille de Berlin has overnight longevity and outrageous sillage.”

Bulleted Feature List

• Dominant, velvety rose with green-spicy edges
• Geranium adds brightness; palmarosa deepens the floral texture
• Honey, moss, and patchouli deliver a dark, earthy finish
• Instantly noticeable—excellent longevity and initial projection
• Evocative, gothic, statement-making fragrance
• Unisex appeal for lovers of bold, rose-centric compositions

FAQ

Q: When was this fragrance released, and by whom created?
A: La Fille de Berlin was launched in 2013 and created by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake. ([turn0search0], [turn0search1])

Q: What makes it different from typical rose scents?
A: It’s a darker, more commanding rose—spicy, metallic, and intense—less dainty, more defiant.

Q: How long does it last and how strong is it?
A: Expect 8-10 hours of wear with bold early projection tapering into a seductive sillage. ([turn0search6], [turn0search2])