Sous Les Palmes
Fragrance notes
Character
Sous Les Palmes opens with a bright, slightly effervescent mix of citrus and herbs. Orange blossom and neroli lead beside bergamot, lemon, and orange, while tarragon and basil add a cool, green edge. Aldehydes give the entrance a clean lift that keeps the fruit from feeling heavy. The top feels polished and airy, moving quickly into the heart without losing its clarity.
The middle gathers a dense bouquet of white flowers. Bulgarian rose, ylang-ylang, tuberose, gardenia, magnolia, jasmine, and violet sit alongside geranium, creating a rounded, slightly powdery floral core. The blend is rich rather than sweet, with a faint green thread from the opening herbs still visible. It feels composed and traditional, leaning into the fullness of the flowers rather than highlighting one above the rest.
Sandalwood, cedar, and vetiver form a dry, woody base that supports labdanum, oakmoss, amber, vanilla, and musk. Castoreum adds a deep, animalic weight that pulls the composition toward the chypre side of its character. The finish is warm, slightly resinous, and firmly grounded. Imagine stepping into a wood-paneled room where a heavy floral arrangement sits near a lit fireplace.
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