La Treizieme Heure Xiii Cartier

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2009
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

La Treizieme Heure XIII by Cartier is a Leather fragrance for women and men. La Treizieme Heure XIII was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Mathilde Laurent.

Composition Profile

leather 100%
smoky 85%
woody 70%
aromatic 60%
vanilla 50%
patchouli 40%
fresh spicy 35%
animalic 30%

About the Perfumer

Mathilde Laurent

Mathilde Laurent

Mathilde Laurent is the in-house perfumer for Cartier, known for the Baiser Vole and Allégresse lines. She has created multiple variations of Baiser Vole, including Eau de Parfum, Extrait, and Lys Rose. Her fragrances often highlight floral and elegant notes.

Fragrance Notes

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Birch Birch
Holly Holly
Mate Mate
Leather Leather
Vanilla Vanilla
Patchouli Patchouli
Bergamot Bergamot

Character Profile

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of La Treizieme Heure Xiii Cartier

Essence

The Mystic archetype dwells in the liminal spaces between worlds, seeking hidden truths and esoteric knowledge. La Treizieme Heure XIII, the thirteenth hour, is a fragrance that exists outside of time, its leather and smoky birch notes conjuring ancient rituals and shadowed sanctuaries. This scent is an invocation of the unknown.

Style & Aesthetic

Their aesthetic is dark, textured, and layered. They wear black, deep burgundy, and charcoal, often in rich fabrics like velvet, leather, and wool. Their accessories are talismanic: a silver ring, a pendant with an occult symbol. They move with a quiet, deliberate grace, as if carrying secrets.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the power of the unseen and the importance of inner transformation. For them, truth is found not in the light, but in the shadows. They value authenticity, depth, and the courage to confront the darker aspects of existence. They seek wisdom through solitude and introspection.

Relationships

Their relationships are intense and selective. They are drawn to those who are also on a path of self-discovery, who are not afraid of silence or depth. They can be enigmatic and guarded, but once trust is earned, they are fiercely loyal and deeply insightful companions.

Lifestyle

Their life is a series of rituals and practices. They meditate, study esoteric texts, and spend time in nature, particularly at dawn or dusk. They are drawn to art that explores the macabre or the sublime. Evenings are for quiet contemplation, perhaps with a glass of dark wine and the scent of incense.

Shadow

The shadow of the Mystic is isolation and a tendency toward nihilism. They can become so absorbed in their inner world that they lose connection with the mundane. Their search for meaning may lead to a rejection of joy, and they risk becoming detached from the warmth of human connection.

Conclusion

La Treizieme Heure XIII is the scent of a journey into the heart of mystery, a fragrance for those who dare to explore the thirteenth hour. It is a perfume for the Mystic who walks the edge of the known, seeking the wisdom that lies beyond.