Fleuri
Fragrance notes
Character
Lime arrives first, bright and acidic against the skin. Cloves and cardamom follow immediately, adding a warm, aromatic spice that cuts through the sharp citrus. The heart reveals a dense garden of white petals. Ylang-ylang and orange blossom provide a heavy, creamy sweetness that dominates the air. Lily-of-the-valley and jasmine add a dewy, fresh contrast to the richer flowers. Rose sits quietly in the background, lending a classic, powdery softness to the bouquet.
The base is a study in simplicity. Iris takes over completely, transforming the vibrant opening into a smooth, rooty elegance. It feels cool and slightly dusty, like walking through a stone courtyard after a rain shower in a city of terracotta roofs. The transition from the spicy lime to this refined floral wood is distinct. The composition feels polished and deliberate, crafted by Nicola Bianchi for Aquaflor Firenze.
There is a specific texture to the drydown that resembles fine milled flour dusting a marble surface. The scent settles into a clean, green freshness that lingers in the cool air near a window left open to a garden. It captures the feeling of standing among damp earth and blooming branches when the weather requires a light coat.
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