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Score
79/100

Diptyque

L'Ombre dans l'Eau EDT

1983

Morning dew on blackcurrant leaves beside a rose garden — sharp green beauty.

L'Ombre dans l'Eau
fruity
green
aromatic

The take

What works

  • Cassis-leaf-rose accord is fresh and beautifully unusual
  • One of the most influential green florals ever made
  • Genuinely spring-defining freshness

Trade-offs

  • Short longevity
  • Skews feminine

Notes

Top

CassisCassisRoseRoseBlack currant leafBlack currant leafBlack CurrantBlack CurrantBergamotBergamotAmbergrisAmbergrisMuskMuskMandarin OrangeMandarin Orange

Performance

Longevity
5–7 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring100%
Summer86%
Fall43%
Winter21%
Day94%
Night26%

Occasions

CasualOffice

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does L'Ombre dans l'Eau smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Penhaligon's Luna (61%), Yves Saint Laurent In Love Again (50%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does L'Ombre dans l'Eau last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 65/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear L'Ombre dans l'Eau?

Strongest in spring and summer, daytime-leaning. Suited to casual, office.

Is L'Ombre dans l'Eau worth it?

At $145–$180, fine — with caveats. Cassis-leaf-rose accord is fresh and beautifully unusual. One of the most influential green florals ever made.

Details

Perfumer
Desmond Knox-Leet