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Serge Lutens

Tarab

2020UnisexClassic

Votes lean feminine

7.6/ 10
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Serge Lutens Tarab is a floral, spicy unisex scent that sets Turkish damask rose and oud against the sweetness of candied fruits.

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How does it perform?

From 27 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
8.6 /10

Sprayed at breakfast, still around at dinner.

Sillage
7.8 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle
8.4 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Blind buy risk

Medium risk

79% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Floral
  2. Sweet
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Oriental
  6. Powdery
  7. Resinous
  8. Smoky

What does Tarab smell like?

Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night-out wear lead, while daily and office use sit well behind. Votes split between feminine and masculine, so it reads as leaning neither way.

The notes read as one whole rather than in layers: rose and cedar are softened by candied fruits, while oud and the chypre accord add depth. Floral and sweet accords come first, with spicy, woody, powdery, resinous, smoky and leathery tones building an oriental base. The result is both sweet and dry, with a heavy side.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 34%
    Winter
  • 29%
    Autumn
  • 20%
    Spring
  • 17%
    Summer
  • Evening
    29%
  • Nighttime
    26%
  • Casual
    24%
  • Daytime
    12%
  • Office
    9%

Least picked for the office.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026