Dans la Peau by Louis Vuitton
Brand: Louis Vuitton
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A sensual, supple leather fragrance softened by luminous florals and a velvety apricot-like fruitiness.
Is Dans la Peau worth it?
How it smells: Opens with apricot and water notes, narcissus and magnolia at the heart, then dries down to leather and musk.
Scent Score: 68/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 63, reputation 74, versatility 87, layerability 62 and value 48, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Woody · Leather
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Apricot, Water Notes, Narcissus, Magnolia, Jasmine, Leather
Top Notes
- Apricot
- Water Notes
Heart Notes
- Narcissus
- Magnolia
- Jasmine
Base Notes
- Leather
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Fragrance overview
Dans la Peau by Louis Vuitton belongs to the woody fragrance family. A sensual, supple leather fragrance softened by luminous florals and a velvety apricot-like fruitiness. Dans la Peau opens with Apricot and Water Notes. The heart brings Narcissus, Magnolia, and Jasmine. It dries down to Leather and Musk.
How to wear Dans la Peau
On skin, Dans la Peau by Louis Vuitton has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall, winter, and spring. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Flowerbomb and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Dans la Peau opens with Apricot and Water Notes.
The heart brings Narcissus, Magnolia, and Jasmine.
It dries down to Leather and Musk.
What to layer with Dans la Peau
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and musk.
Order: Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Greenwich Village by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and musk.
Order: Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Greenwich Village on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Greenwich Village
Madison Avenue by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia and jasmine.
Order: Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Madison Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Madison Avenue
Central Park West by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share narcissus, jasmine, and musk.
Order: Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Central Park West on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Central Park West
À la rose Eau de Toilette by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia and musk.
Order: Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer À la rose Eau de Toilette on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dans la Peau : 2 sprays À la rose Eau de Toilette
Pairings to approach with care
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 33/99
Dans la Peau has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Tea
Tobacco 02 by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Tobacco 02 brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 02 on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Tobacco 02
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include jasmine and musk.
- Greenwich Village by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include jasmine and musk.
- Madison Avenue by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include magnolia and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Dans la Peau?
Dans la Peau opens with Apricot and Water Notes. The heart brings Narcissus, Magnolia, and Jasmine. It dries down to Leather and Musk.
How long does Dans la Peau last, and how strong is it?
Dans la Peau by Louis Vuitton has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Dans la Peau?
It's best in fall, winter, and spring. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and casual.
What layers well with Dans la Peau?
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and musk. Apply Dans la Peau first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Dans la Peau : 2 sprays Flowerbomb.
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