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Louis Cardin

Sacred

UnisexModern

Votes lean masculine

7.8/ 10
Community score
36 ratings
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Louis Cardin Sacred is a sweet, gourmand and woody unisex scent built on sandalwood, musk and vanilla, best suited to evenings and the colder months.

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How does it perform?

From 38 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
8.0 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
7.7 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle
6.1 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Value for money
8.7 /10

Easily worth what it costs.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

89% 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.

  1. Sweet
  2. Gourmand
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Oriental
  6. Powdery
  7. Creamy
  8. Smoky

What does Sacred smell like?

Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, with evenings and nights out leading and leisure wear a step behind. It sits close to the middle between masculine and feminine.

The sweet, gourmand side dominates: vanilla brings a creamy, powdery softness, sandalwood lays a woody base under it, and musk keeps everything smooth. Spicy and smoky accents stay in the background and add an oriental warmth. Coty Vanilla Musk and Scent by the Sea Sandalwood Vanilla have a close profile.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 45%
    Winter
  • 39%
    Autumn
  • 16%
    Spring
  • Evening
    33%
  • Nighttime
    29%
  • Casual
    19%
  • Daytime
    12%
  • Office
    7%

Least picked for the office.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026