La Panthère by Cartier is a captivating Chypre Floral fragrance for women, introduced in 2014 and composed by perfumer Mathilde Laurent. Sensual, elegant, and fiercely feminine, this fragrance embodies the spirit of the panther—graceful, mysterious, and powerfully alluring.
The opening is vibrant and unexpected, blending dried fruits, rhubarb, big strawberry, anise, and bergamot. This unique mix creates a bright yet slightly tart introduction, full of color and personality. At the heart of the fragrance lies the iconic gardenia, enriched with touches of rose, ylang-ylang, pear, and orange blossom. This lavish floral bouquet forms the sensual core of the composition, evoking softness and refined femininity.
The base reveals a classic chypre structure with oakmoss, musk, patchouli, and leather, offering depth, smoothness, and a subtly animalic warmth. These notes anchor the fragrance with confidence and sophistication, leaving a lasting impression that is both velvety and commanding.
La Panthère is a striking portrait of modern femininity—elegant yet wild, soft yet powerful, a scent for a woman who moves with quiet strength and irresistible charm.
Top notes: Dried Fruits, Rhubarb, Big Strawberry, Anise, Bergamot
Middle notes: Gardenia, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Pear, Orange Blossom
Base notes: Oakmoss, Musk, Patchouli, Leather