Sacred

Sacred by Louis Cardin is a potent, warm gourmand fragrance characterized by its rich combination of powdery, sweet, and spicy notes. It opens with an intense burst of caramel, vanilla, and warm spices, leading to a deep, syrupy heart of dark chocolate and amber with a distinct talc-like powdery effect. The dry down reveals a smooth, elegant vanilla musk with subtle woody and incense-like undertones, creating a warm, inviting, and slightly animalic aura. Despite its robust projection and exceptional longevity—often lasting 10 to 15 hours—the scent is rated highly for its affordability, especially for a fragrance of such performance and complexity. It is particularly well-suited for winter and cooler climates, serving as a comforting, skin-hugging scent that lingers with elegance. While many users describe it as a sophisticated, mature gourmand with a soft, dessert-like sweetness, others note its synthetic quality, which can come across as slightly harsh or overly sweet. Some find the chocolate note faint or absent, while others praise its delicate balance of sweetness and spice. Its strong, long-lasting sillage ensures it stands out in a room, making it ideal for evening wear or for those seeking a bold yet wearable scent.