Quality control in perfumery: how fragrances are tested
We are used to thinking of perfume as pure art: the perfumer's inspiration, a beautiful story, a bot...
Eau de parfum
Les Fumées No 4. La Vertu
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Les Fumées No 4. La Vertu
Les Fumées No 4. La Vertu is a 2024 unisex fragrance from the American brand Les Fumées.
The fragrance is presented in eau de parfum concentration and combines floral, spicy and woody notes, making it appealing regardless of gender preferences.
The composition is built around rich balsamic and amber nuances, complemented by spices, flowers and dark woody accords. From the very beginning, No 4.
La Vertu makes a striking impression: black pepper adds a sharp edge, rose softens the accord, and benzoin creates a warm, slightly resinous effect.
Character and Development
As the fragrance develops, blackcurrant, cardamom and clove emerge at its heart.
The fruity tartness of blackcurrant meets cool, spicy cardamom and a dry clove facet, allowing the fragrance to retain its depth without becoming a flat sweet accord.
In the base, amber, oud and sandalwood create a deep, dense and long-lasting trail.
Oud lends the composition a distinctive resinous-woody intensity, sandalwood makes it softer, while the amber accord sustains a warm aftertaste.
The impression changes gradually, revealing new facets as it interacts with the skin.
Sillage and Wearability
Les Fumées No 4. La Vertu is rated as having very strong sillage, making it suitable for those who enjoy noticeable compositions with confident projection.
It is especially fitting for cool weather, evenings and occasions when an expressive fragrance becomes part of the overall style.
No precise recommendation for the number of sprays on skin and clothing is available.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a small amount and assess how it develops on your own skin, especially indoors.
The Perfumer and the Brand's Style
The composition was created by Leah Sore.
Her work on the fragrance explores the idea of contrast: rose and blackcurrant add vitality, spices heighten the dynamism, while oud, sandalwood and amber create a substantial trail.
As a result, No 4. La Vertu comes across as a rich, distinctive release in the Les Fumées aesthetic.
Similar Fragrances
For further exploration of dense amber, spicy and woody compositions, consider The Spirit of Dubai Turath.
It will appeal to those seeking a noticeable fragrance with a strong presence and a rich oriental character.
Favorites
Add to comparison
Share
0
Comment
