XII: L'Heure Mysterieuse
Perfumer: Mathilde Laurent
Votes lean feminine
95 ratings
From your scent profile
Cartier XII: L'Heure Mysterieuse is a spicy, resinous unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings.
Skunky's take: Got evening plans? This bottle is ready.
How does it perform?
From 74 community ratings, all out of 10.
Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.
People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.
Sits nicely on a shelf.
The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.
Blind buy risk
83% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Top notesfirst 15 minutes
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Floral
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Woody
- Oriental
- Powdery
- Resinous
- Earthy
What does XII: L'Heure Mysterieuse smell like?
Most voters recommend winter and fall, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it sits evenly between the two.
A floral, sweet line rests on a spicy, woody base. Jasmine, nutmeg and coriander come forward, while frankincense and elemi resin add a smoky, powdery edge and patchouli gives an earthy depth. The oriental character feels warm and dense.
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 43%Winter
- 42%Autumn
- 11%Spring
- 4%Summer
- Evening29%
- Nighttime27%
- Casual23%
- Daytime11%
- Office10%
Least picked for the office.
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