Collection: Louis Vuitton

Hard to test, easy to decant

Louis Vuitton sells its fragrances only through its own boutiques and website, so unless you live near one, smelling them before buying is complicated. That is the gap a Louis Vuitton decant fills. Decant Sample carries 47 references from the house, covering feminine, masculine and unisex lines, each vial drawn by hand from an original bottle and sent from France, with standard shipping at €4.95 and free from €59 in Europe.

Where to begin

For a fresh start, Météore combines citrus with pepper and a clean woody base, and Orage is a smart vetiver and iris. On the floral side, Apogée is a modern lily of the valley and Sun Song a bright orange blossom for summer. Pur Oud and Au Hasard dig into oud and sandalwood respectively. Many of the newer names are harder to pin down from a description, which is precisely why a 2 ml Louis Vuitton sample is the right tool.

Building a Louis Vuitton discovery set

A simple method works well here: one fresh, one floral, one woody, all in 2 ml, plus a 5 ml of the one scent you have already heard about. Wear each for two full days before comparing notes. Once a Louis Vuitton perfume has proven itself, 10 or 20 ml carries it through a season while taking up far less room than the bottle.

Louis Vuitton decants: frequently asked questions

Which Louis Vuitton decant is the easiest to wear every day?

Météore for men and anyone who likes fresh spice, Apogée for a soft floral that works at the office. Both are moderate in projection and behave well in warm and cool weather. Start with 3 ml of each before deciding on a bigger format.

Is Pur Oud too strong for a beginner?

It is a pure oud statement, so yes, it is intense. If you have never worn oud, test a 2 ml first and apply one spray on the wrist only. If that feels like too much, Au Hasard offers creamy sandalwood with a similar depth and is far gentler.

Can I order a Louis Vuitton sample from outside France?

Yes. Decant Sample ships to every European country and to many destinations further away, always from France. Standard shipping to European addresses is €4.95 and free from €59, so a single 2 ml vial pays €4.95 while a few vials together ship free. Each parcel is packed to protect the glass.