Gentleman’s Nod Courant Éternel

Chris Christiansen of Gentlemen’s Nod

Before Steven reviews Gentleman’s Nod Courant Éternel, I asked Creative Director Chris Christiansen about his inspiration and on this eve of Mother’s Day (May 10, 2025), his dedication is to the important women in his life and to his faith.

Patricia Choux, Senior Perfumer Mane courtesy of the Perfumer

The perfumer for Courant Eternal Patricia Choux, recently celebrated her 10^th Anniversary at Mane, so we laud Madam Choux for ten years of olfactory excellence. –Michelyn Camen, Editor-in-Chief

Gentleman’s Nod Courant Éternel

Courant Éternel is a very special and personal fragrance for me. The scent itself is inspired by my very first scent memory. It was created to reproduce not just the scent but the entire experience of exploring a seaside garden as a young child. Courant Éternel is a tribute to the love of God. His providence in bringing people into our lives. In this case, my mother, grandmother, and my wife. The name itself comes from an old hymn. “Underneath me, all around me is the CURRENT of His love, leading onward, leading homeward to His glorious rest above.”-Chris Christiansen of Gentlemen’s Nod

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Top Notes: Rhubarb, Dill, Basil, Betahydrane (TM), Black Pepper, Black Currant NEO Jungle Essence (TM)
Heart Notes: Tomato Leaf I.D. Jungle Essence (TM), Watery Jasmine, Raspberry, Juniper Pure Jungle Essence (TM)
Dry Down: Watery Musk, Amber, Cedarwood, Incense

Gentleman’s Nod Courant Éternel

Thanks to the generosity of Gentleman’s Nod, we have a 50 ml bottle of Gentleman’s Nod Courant Éternel Parfum extrait for a registered ÇaFleureBon registered reader and a Redolessence subscriber USA & CANADA ONLY, (if you are not sure if you are registered click here – you must register on our site or your entry will be invalid). To be eligible please leave a comment on this site with what strikes you about BOTH CHRIS CHRISTIANSEN’S INTRODUCTION AND STEVEN’S VIDEO review and where you live. Draw closes 5/13/2025 and the winner will be announced within a 10 days after.

Chris Christiansen of Gentleman’s Nod is 177th in our American perfumer series, read his profile here.

Patricia Choux was featured in our Young Perfumer Series. You can read her path to perfumery here

Enjoy Rachel’s review of Musashi also by Patricia Choux, Olya’s take on Passion Poivrée. Steven’s video review of TUSITALIA and Lawman

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10 comments

May 10, 2025 at 4:35 pm
Brad Woolslayer says:
I love the idea of a fragrance inspired byfirst scent memory of a seaside garden. I like how Steven mentioned that it is mass appealing and completely unisex. I love that fact that rhubarb is in the notes, since it’s a personal favorite note of mine. I live in Maryland USA and would love to win of Courant Eternal Parfum.
May 10, 2025 at 5:07 pm
Steven A says:
I thoroughly enjoyed the entire paragraph written by Chris Christiansen, thoroughly. The video got me interested in the raspberry aspect. US
May 10, 2025 at 5:17 pm
Torya Anderson says:
Really want to try the perfume it sounds good I bet it smells amazing love trying new fragrance
May 10, 2025 at 6:23 pm
itsme89 says:
What resonated with me was how both Chris and Steven seemed to connect with the story and the sensory experience of Courant Éternel on a personal level. Chris’s writing felt thoughtful and appreciative of the artistry, and Steven’s genuine reactions in the video conveyed a clear enjoyment and admiration for the scent’s composition and development. – From the US
May 10, 2025 at 6:28 pm
Bloomfields says:
I felt that Chris’s introduction provided the artistic vision behind Patricia Choux’s creation, while Steven’s review acted as a consumer’s guide, detailing the wearability and overall appeal of the fragrance. Both their assessments seemed to align, suggesting a well-conceived and beautifully executed perfume.From the US
May 10, 2025 at 6:44 pm
jamscents says:
It was interesting to see how both Chris and Steven highlighted the natural and evocative aspects of Courant Éternel. Chris’s description created a sense of place, while Steven’s articulation of the salty air, floral nuances, and perhaps a touch of earthiness, brought that place vividly to life. Their combined perspectives make the scent sound truly unique. from US
May 10, 2025 at 6:55 pm
Christine Sherman says:
I am so intrigued by the description of this fragrance. I would love a chance to visualize Chris’s memories by scent. Steve’s description of the scent being unisex but he would love to smell it on a woman. I love masculine leaning fragrances. The raspberry note sounds beautiful!!
May 10, 2025 at 7:03 pm
Cel35 says:
The way Chris introduced the fragrance, emphasizing its enduring quality, and how Steven then described its development on the skin, noting the evolution of the ‘seaside garden’ notes, was particularly insightful. It suggests a perfume with both a strong initial impression and a captivating dry-down, something that resonates with many fragrance enthusiasts. From the US
May 10, 2025 at 7:20 pm
Joseph Aucoin says:
Sounds fascinating.
May 10, 2025 at 8:18 pm
Ramses Perez says:
A very specific moment in time captured in a scent. I can see how this was the inspiration as I don’t think many other houses have a concept such as a seaside garden in their repertoire. With the help of notes like raspberry and rhubarb this one sounds very intriguing to me. I can see why Steven mentioned he gets a watery vibe, after all it’s what the fragrance it’s after; but also a jungle scent. I’d love to try this scent as it’s a very innovative concept. I’m located in the USA.