The Virgin Suicides
Fragrance notes
Character
The Virgin Suicides opens with aldehydes that give the violet and geranium a bright, slightly metallic edge. The initial spray feels airy and crisp, with the violet leaning more cool than sweet. Geranium adds a green, lightly herbal touch that keeps the aldehydes from feeling too sharp. This stage is clean and composed, moving quickly into the heart without losing its clarity.
Iris takes a central role as the fragrance develops, supported by tonka bean and Siam benzoin. The tonka and benzoin add a soft, resinous warmth that rounds out the iris without making the blend heavy. Rose and lily-of-the-valley sit in the background, offering a gentle floral lift. The heart feels powdery and amber-toned, with the iris and benzoin creating a smooth, slightly balsamic texture that carries through to the base.
The base deepens the iris with myrrh, vanilla, sandalwood and incense. Myrrh and incense bring a dry, resinous quality that balances the vanilla, while sandalwood and cedar add a grounded woody layer. Musk and patchouli sit underneath, giving the drydown a quiet, earthy finish. The overall impression is warm, powdery and aromatic, with the aldehydes and violet still faintly present. It suits evening wear or a formal setting where a composed, amber-heavy floral feels appropriate, especially for someone who enjoys iris and resinous woods
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