Tubéreuse 40 by Le Labo
Brand: Le Labo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Tubéreuse 40 presents tuberose in a refined, expansive style, balancing its creamy white-floral richness with citrus lift and smooth woods. The result is elegant and distinctive rather than purely sweet, with a soft musky trail that works beautifully from daytime through evening.
Is Tubéreuse 40 worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bitter orange and african orange flower, tuberose and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to cedar and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 69, reputation 55, versatility 93, layerability 78 and value 54, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, summer and fall, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Bitter orange, African orange flower, Tuberose, Jasmine, Ylang-ylang, Cedar
Top Notes
- Bitter orange
- African orange flower
Heart Notes
- Tuberose
- Jasmine
- Ylang-ylang
Base Notes
- Cedar
- Sandalwood
- Musk
- Amber
Occasions: Office, Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Tubéreuse 40 by Le Labo belongs to the floral fragrance family. A lush, creamy tuberose bouquet is brightened by jasmine and orange blossom before settling into a warm, polished base of cedar, sandalwood, musk, and amber. Tubéreuse 40 opens with Bitter orange and African orange flower. The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Ylang-ylang. It dries down to Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, and Amber.
How to wear Tubéreuse 40
On skin, Tubéreuse 40 by Le Labo has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Tubéreuse 40 opens with Bitter orange and African orange flower.
The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Ylang-ylang.
It dries down to Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, and Amber.
What to layer with Tubéreuse 40
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedar, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bitter orange, african orange flower, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino
Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedar, and musk.
Order: Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Light Blue on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Light Blue
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedar, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedar, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Pairings to approach with care
Burnt Vanilla 02 by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Burnt Vanilla 02 brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Burnt Vanilla 02 on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Burnt Vanilla 02
Tobacco 02 by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Tobacco 02 brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 02 on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Tobacco 02
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include jasmine, cedar, and sandalwood.
- Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford — Both include bitter orange, african orange flower, and jasmine.
- Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana — Both include jasmine, cedar, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Tubéreuse 40?
Tubéreuse 40 opens with Bitter orange and African orange flower. The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Ylang-ylang. It dries down to Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, and Amber.
How long does Tubéreuse 40 last, and how strong is it?
Tubéreuse 40 by Le Labo has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Tubéreuse 40?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Tubéreuse 40?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedar, and sandalwood. Apply Tubéreuse 40 first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Tubéreuse 40 : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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