The Scent of the Wild West: Santal 33 Le Labo
Santal 33 by Le Labo draws its inspiration from the imagery of the American West, particularly the iconic figure of the Marlboro Man. The creators aimed to encapsulate the spirit of the open plains and the allure of the cowboy mystique. This vision is reflected in the fragrance's smoky, woody notes, reminiscent of campfires, leather, and the vast, open landscapes of the frontier. Interestingly, Santal 33's began with a sandalwood candle named Santal 26. Due to its unexpected popularity and frequent requests from customers for a personal fragrance version, Le Labo transformed it into the now-renowned Santal 33 perfume.
Olfactory Notes
This perfume unfolds in a captivating sequence of notes, each evoking distinct imagery. It opens with a spicy burst of cardamom and the delicate floral hints of violet and iris, reminiscent of a fresh breeze over open plains. As the scent develops, Australian sandalwood and cedarwood emerge, conjuring the warmth of a campfire. The fragrance settles into a rich base of leather, papyrus, and musk, enveloping the wearer in a smoky, earthy aura that lingers, evoking the essence of well-worn leather and aged parchment.
Olfactory notes: Woody, Powdery, Leather
Fragrance Family: Woody
Top notes: Cardamom, Violet
Heart notes: Iris, Papyrus
Base notes: Australian Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Leather Accord, Musk, Ambrox
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Concentration: Eau de Parfum
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Made in USA
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Parfumeur: Frank Voelkl
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Year of Launch: 2011
If you're wondering about how long "Santal 33 Le Labo" will last, Fragrantica says you can expect it to linger for about 9 hours.