We can only imagine perfumier Serge Lutens pictured Marlene Dietrich as his muse when creating the “La Fille de Berlin.” The decadent 20’s is a fitting tributefor a smokey-eyed femme fatale with powdry cosmetics anddark lips, along with dingy bars, strong liquor, cigarettes, dark alleys, and tweed coats..

The connoisseur, however, will become excited by what lies beneath the obvious. A sinful scent rich rose is the dominant component of the fragrance, yet the perfume does not appear retro or outdated. Where other roses smell sweet and naive as they sashay past our nostrils for a quick foray, this rose takes a turn to the dark side and tantalises our senses with its seductive hint of ripe blackberry armed with complex and “expensive” undertones. Multi-layered, it goes way beyond this seemingly simple rose.

This is for a woman who is edgy and feminine; seductive, yet not approachable. Pay attention guys! When you smell this on a lady, know she means business. A hint of musk and amber leaves an anamialistic impression. This is a night time parfume.

Serge Lutens parfums are not mainstream fragrances. They are designed for women who want to feel beauty without shame. His fragrances are filled with Love and Hate, God and the Devil: gorgeous scents of amour against the world.

La Fille de Berlin is sold in the best stores, or visit www.sergelutens.com for more information.