50ml
50ml
LIIS
Lucienne
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$175
Description
Lucienne by LIIS is a luminous floral fragrance, launched in 2023, that aims to evoke a sense of clarity and fresh perspective. It opens with a vibrant burst of pomelo and lemon zest, creating an immediately bright and uplifting impression. As the scent develops, a heart of delicate magnolia, water lily, and pitahaya emerges, lending a serene and subtly aquatic floral character. The fragrance settles into a soft, airy base of sea notes, ambergris, crisp amber, and a hint of sea salt, maintaining a clean and fresh feeling throughout its wear. This is a scent that feels like a gentle ray of sunlight, perfect for those who appreciate understated elegance and a naturally radiant aura. Perfumers: Alissa Sullivan and Leslie Hendin
Scent Profile
Floral
Citrus
Aquatic
Fresh
Clean
Airy
Notes
Top Notes
Pomelo
Lemon Zest
Middle Notes
MagnoliaWater Lily
Pitahaya
Base Notes
Sea Notes
AmbergrisCrisp Amber
Sea SaltAbout LIIS
Liis is a niche fragrance brand founded in 2020 by Alissa Sullivan, trained at ISIPCA in Versailles, and Leslie Hendin, an artist and self-taught perfumer, who met in 2009 despite growing up near each other in Marin County, California. Their philosophy centers on minimalist, wearable scents that act as a 'second skin,' evoking personal emotions, memories, and stories through ethereal compositions open to individual interpretation. What sets Liis apart is its Californian ethos of conscious simplicity, high-quality blends, and storytelling fragrances like Rose Struck and Bo, designed for unisex daily wear without overpowering.
Perfumers
Alissa Sullivan
Alissa Sullivan is a perfumer and co-founder of the California-based fragrance brand Liis, launched in 2020 with partner Leslie Hendin after they bonded over their shared fragrance obsession at a wedding in 2009. Trained at the prestigious ISIPCA perfumery school in Versailles, France, she gained experience in product development for niche brands including Penhaligon's London and L'Artisan Parfumeur before collaborating with renowned perfumer Jérôme Epinette on Liis's minimalist scents. Liis quickly gained traction, with viral TikTok success leading to sold-out discovery sets and recognition for its conscious, narrative-driven fragrances.
Leslie Hendin
Leslie Hendin is a co-founder of the fragrance brand Liis, alongside Alissa Sullivan, whom she met at a wedding in 2009 after bonding over their shared obsession with perfumes; both grew up in Marin County, California. With a background in design and as a self-taught perfumer and artist, she complements Sullivan's formal training at ISIPCA in Versailles, collaborating with perfumer Jérôme Epinette to launch Liis' discovery set in 2020 and full-size scents in 2021 that tell personal, minimalist stories. Their contributions emphasize conscious craftsmanship, ethereal narratives, and innovative packaging in niche perfumery.
Reviews
4.6
Excellent8 reviews
Luckyscent
5.0/5 • 3 reviews
Ministry of Scent
4.3/5 • 4 reviews
Twisted Lily
5.0/5 • 1 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers generally find Lucienne to be a pleasant, clean, and fresh fragrance, often highlighting its bright citrus and aquatic floral aspects. While many appreciate its easy-to-wear nature, some note that its projection and longevity can be quite subtle, making it more of an intimate scent.
Pros
Well-blended composition: Reviewers often praise its smooth, non-screechy blend, creating a harmonious and polished scent profile.
Versatile appeal: It's frequently described as a bright, airy fragrance suitable for spring and summer, and an elegant choice for daytime or office wear.
Clean and uplifting character: Many appreciate its fresh, clean scent that evokes a sense of positivity and clarity, reminiscent of clean linens or a refreshing riverbed.
Cons
Limited longevity and projection: A common concern is its poor longevity, often lasting only a couple of hours, and its subtle projection, requiring heavy overspraying for a noticeable presence.
Lack of uniqueness: Some reviewers feel it lacks a distinctive character compared to other fragrances, occasionally being described as innocuous or too perfect.
Comparisons
Similar to Hermes Un Jardin Sur Le Nil: It reminds some of a more youthful version of Hermes Un Jardin Sur Le Nil, particularly due to its watery heart.
Reminds reviewers of Liis Floating: There's a noted similarity to Liis's Floating, with Lucienne being described as a version with added sea-salt and citrus.
Evokes clean, familiar scents: The fragrance has been compared to the smell of new clothes in an upscale store or a well-designed bathroom from yesteryear.
Vibe & Emotions
Fresh and clean: It consistently evokes a feeling of freshness and cleanliness, like a perfect, bright start to the day.
Light and airy: The scent is often associated with a light, airy, and gauzy quality, creating a wistful and delicate mood.
Serene and lively: It can evoke a serene yet lively essence, capturing the beauty of light and energy.
Quiet sophistication: Reviewers find it intimate, refined, and effortlessly stylish, appealing to those who prefer understated elegance.
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