In the recurring theme of freshness – which is traditionally rife in fine weather (Cologne spirit, fresh waters, etc.) – the great novelty is that the word is no longer given to citrus notes (citrus fruits), but to flowers.
The grace of the waters of flowers
These are not vaguely flowery fragrances that brush against us in this carefree season, but real armfuls of flowers that tell the story of femininity in scents. These waters of flowers splash with their delicate breath the happiest moments of the year. Alone or in a bouquet. Garden flowers, undergrowth flowers, solar flowers, orchard flowers, bucolic flowers … In these compositions, the flower is treated in majesty, in its most airy and dazzling facets.. For a while it would still feel pearly from morning dew or freshly cut, which gives it a thirst-quenching, moist, watery side. The water thus joins the light. However, this eternal subject of perfumery – which says feminine means flowers – is gaining in sharpness and definition, thanks in particular to the exceptional quality of the raw materials. In addition, new extraction techniques (supercritical CO2, fractional distillation allowing certain noble elements to be isolated, etc.) give the floral notes a rare finesse and striking power.. All the authenticity of the flower emerges, its truth. The purity of scent molecules is (almost) no longer denatured by solvents and you can feel it! Orange blossom takes center stage this summer. It must be said that its fine and flowery scent, slightly honeyed, immediately transports us to the Mediterranean. The essence of neroli, extracted from the flower of the bitter orange tree (the tree is called sour orange), owes its name to an XNUMXth century Italian princess, the Princess of Nérola, who loved it and used it extensively to embalm his gloves like his bath. Neither heavy nor too sweet, this “angelic smell” – it reminds babies’ skin because it is used in many products or colognes intended for them – is also appetizing, since it is found in gazelle horns and many oriental pastries! Soothing, the flower of young brides is also, paradoxically, one of the most sensual scents there is., because of its lactones which give it its radiant roundness and its false innocence.
See our selection of flowery fragrances
Scents: with sweet fruits
The trendiest summer flower waters combine sweet fruits with their structure. The result is a tangy floral fragrance that makes your mouth water. Easy to wear, the waters of flowers in summer dresses adapt to all situations. With them, you can do your market, like going out at night! Never moved, they are suitable for the greatest number. Choose the one that makes you want the most, with which you feel the most connivance: “A woman who is in communion with her perfume is always right, whatever the perfume”, says Michel Almairac, creator of See By Chloé. However, do not believe that they are not tenacious, they offer a real afterglow. But for the pleasure of the refreshing sprinkling, do not hesitate to use them generously, several times during the day, to bring down the mercury and smile instantly.