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Sand & Sable Coty, brought to life in 1981, is classified as a feminine fragrance, belonging to the floral family. The fragrance is presented as eau de cologne.
The sillage is extremely noticeable — noticeable, but never overwhelming. A single bottle goes a long way: longevity is very high. France is where this fragrance comes from — and it shows. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A fresh and light fragrance with a concentration of fragrant substances up to 5% according to French standards, giving a feeling of purity and coolness
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The scent of Sand & Sable is shaped as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of Coty comes through in details that define the fragrance identity. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de Cologne keeps a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
When the structure is mixed the fragrance opens as a single chord with a lush white floral mood: Gardenia, Green Chord, Jasmine, Peach, Rose and Tuberose. In this format 6 notes sound as one coherent layer, creating floral tenderness that feels seamless.
The middle and base stages are perceived as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which gives the structure continuity.
The accord profile is driven by these accords: Floral and Fruit with each one in a clear role. The stylistic positioning is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. In longevity terms Very high points to a sustained drydown presence.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Whiteflower, Green, Fruit and Floral.
In summary Sand & Sable reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best understood on skin.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Coty |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.coty.com |
| Year of production | 1981 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne |
| License holder | Coty Inc. |
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