6
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Baptême du Feu
feminine
Created by Christopher Sheldrake
Baptême du Feu by Serge Lutens is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Baptême du Feu was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Christopher Sheldrake.
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Best Season
100%
Win
19%
Spr
10%
Sum
91%
Fall
Day & Night
58%
Day
64%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
Single layer composition with community-voted intensity.
User Ratings
2,257 votes
3.81
Love it
70331%
Like it
88339%
OK
25011%
Dislike
38117%
Hate it
402%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 30 community opinions from Reddit
7.5
/ 10 community score
Baptême du Feu is a well-regarded niche fragrance that successfully combines gourmand and smoky elements in a way that appeals to Serge Lutens fans. However, it's acknowledged as polarizing, meaning while those who appreciate it find it nostalgic and beautifully composed, it may not work for all wearers.
Strengths
- Unique gourmand composition blending spiced gingerbread with smoky gunpowder
- Nostalgic quality reminiscent of classic Serge Lutens fragrances like Chergui
- Well-balanced spice and styrax accords
Weaknesses
- Polarizing scent that doesn't appeal to everyone
- Limited mentions suggest niche appeal rather than broad appeal
Best for
Cooler seasons and fall weatherEvening wear and special occasionsFragrance enthusiasts seeking unique gourmands
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
