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ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR
L'OR DE LOUIS
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$245
Description
L'Or de Louis by Arquiste Parfumeur transports you to the Grand Orangery at Versailles in April 1687, capturing the opulent aroma of flowering orange trees warmed by bonfires. It opens with a bright, almost sparkling orange blossom, complemented by juicy pomegranate and a touch of bergamot, with jasmine adding a floral richness. As it develops, a golden honey note emerges, blending seamlessly with the powdery elegance of Florentine orris and a soft musk, grounded by cedarwood. The dry down reveals a distinctive warmth from firewood smoke and cade wood, with the intriguing historical accord of Oiselet de Chypre, creating a sophisticated and memorable woody-floral experience. Perfumer: Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Scent Profile
Floral
Woody
Warm
Resinous
Smoky
Notes
All Notes
Fire Blossom
Top Notes
Orange Blossom Absolute
Pomegranate
BergamotFrench Jasmine Absolute
Middle Notes
HoneyFlorentine Orris
MuskCedar Wood
Base Notes
Firewood Smoke
Cade Wood
Oiselet De Chypre
About ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR
A luxury niche brand founded in 2011 and distributed amongst more than 100 exclusive points of sales around the world. ARQUISTE® is a celebrated and cult fragrance brand. Curated by an architect specializing in Historic Preservation, each fragrance and scented candle restores the olfactive experience of a particular time and place, allowing you to unlock personal revelations and experience history in a most intimate way.
Perfumer
Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Rodrigo Flores-Roux is a Mexican-born master perfumer, celebrated for his artistry in blending classical techniques with modern creativity. Trained in biology in Mexico and perfumery at ISIPCA in Versailles, he has created acclaimed fragrances for houses such as Tom Ford, Clinique, Dolce & Gabbana, John Varvatos, and Arquiste. Known for his deep knowledge of raw materials and storytelling through scent, Flores-Roux is regarded as one of the leading perfumers of his generation, shaping both niche and mainstream perfumery with elegance and innovation.
Reviews
5.0
Excellent9 reviews
Ministry of Scent
5.0/5 • 9 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often describe L'Or de Louis as an opulent and warm orange blossom fragrance with a distinct woody and smoky character. Many appreciate its unique historical inspiration and the inclusion of 24 karat gold flakes, finding it to be a sophisticated and well-blended scent.
Pros
Performance excellence: The fragrance is noted for its good longevity and a moderate projection that creates a beautiful aura around the wearer.
Quality composition: Many praise the realistic and rich orange blossom, balanced by the warmth of honey and woods, creating a luxurious and well-rounded scent.
Unique character: The inclusion of firewood smoke and the Oiselet de Chypre accord gives it a distinctive, vintage-inspired depth that sets it apart from typical orange blossom scents.
Cons
Initial polleny opening: Some reviewers find the initial spray to be quite polleny, which might be a bit much for those sensitive to strong floral openings.
Not universally unique: While many find it unique, a few reviewers suggest that while decent, it might not be entirely groundbreaking for seasoned fragrance enthusiasts.
Comparisons
Similar to Fleur de Louis: It is often compared to Arquiste's now-discontinued Fleur de Louis, as L'Or de Louis centers on orange blossom and was also developed by Rodrigo Flores-Roux.
Vibe & Emotions
Opulent: Evokes a sense of historical grandeur and luxury, reminiscent of Versailles.
Warm and comforting: The woody and smoky base notes, combined with honey, create a cozy and inviting feeling.
Sunny and bright: The prominent orange blossom and jasmine notes bring a cheerful and luminous quality to the scent.
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