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Muscs Koublai Khan(1998)
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Serge Lutens Muscs Koublai Khan is a polarising, animalic‑centric fragrance that opens with a sharp civet‑musk burst and settles into a warm, amber‑laden dry‑down.
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This scent's civet note is a heavily diluted trace of a substance that smells overwhelming and fecal at full strength.
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Serge Lutens Muscs Koublai Khan is a polarising, animalic‑centric fragrance that opens with a sharp civet‑musk burst and settles into a warm, amber‑laden dry‑down. Its heart balances floral rose with earthy patchouli and spicy caraway, while the base anchors on rich amber, smoky labdanum and a whisper of vanilla, giving it a deep, intimate, and slightly smoky character that has earned it a cult following among niche perfume enthusiasts.
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