3.4 fl. oz. - 100ml
3.4 fl. oz. - 100ml
3.4 fl. oz. - 100ml
MATIERE PREMIERE
FRENCH FLOWER
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$320
Description
French Flower by Matiere Premiere captures the intoxicating aroma of a tuberose field at night, offering a contemporary and radiant interpretation of this iconic white floral. It opens with a bright, juicy green pear and a spicy kick of Nigerian ginger, which quickly gives way to the lush heart. The fragrance then blooms into a creamy, full-bodied tuberose, enhanced by delicate orange blossom and a subtle hint of Chinese tea, creating a luminous and sensual bouquet. The dry down settles into a sophisticated warmth with ambroxan, providing excellent longevity and a captivating trail without being overly heavy or indolic. This is a modern tuberose that feels both natural and refined. Perfumer: Aurélien Guichard
Scent Profile
Floral
White Floral
Green
Fresh
Spicy
Creamy
Notes
Top Notes
PearNigerian Ginger
Middle Notes
Tuberose
Orange BlossomChinese Tea
Base Notes
AmbroxanAbout MATIERE PREMIERE
Matière Première is a luxury fragrance brand founded by Aurélien Guichard, a perfumer who uniquely grows his own fragrance ingredients including Rose Centifolia, Tuberose, and Lavandin in the Grasse region of France. The brand's philosophy centers on revealing the raw beauty of natural materials by building each fragrance around one central natural ingredient used in high concentration (85-92% natural ingredients), creating bold, linear, and immediately identifiable signatures with lasting sillage.
Perfumer
Aurélien Guichard
Aurélien Guichard, born in Grasse, France, is a seventh-generation perfumer from a family of flower growers and perfumers, including his father who was also a perfumer. He trained at the Givaudan school and built a distinguished 20+ year career creating blockbuster fragrances like Gucci Guilty and Tom Ford’s Soleil de Positano, while working for companies such as Givaudan and Takasago. In 2016, he established an organic Rose Centifolia farm in Grasse, founding Matière Première in 2019 to champion farm-to-fragrance luxury perfumery using his own cultivated ingredients.
Reviews
5.0
Excellent2 reviews
MATIERE PREMIERE
5.0/5 • 2 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers consistently praise French Flower as a beautifully blended, modern tuberose that avoids the often-heavy or indolic aspects of the flower. Many highlight its creamy texture and impressive longevity, making it a standout white floral. It's often described as a fresh yet sensual take on tuberose, suitable for various occasions.
Pros
Performance excellence: This fragrance is noted for its exceptional longevity and strong diffusion, leaving a lasting and elegant trail.
Quality composition: Reviewers appreciate the creamy, smooth, and natural rendition of tuberose, often mentioning the absence of green, camphoric, or indolic facets.
Modern interpretation: It's seen as a contemporary and refined take on tuberose, moving away from more traditional or 'fatal' interpretations.
Cons
Intensity for some: A few reviewers describe it as an 'intense floral' or 'sugared tuberose,' which might be too much for those preferring very subtle scents.
Comparisons
Similar to Fracas (Piguet): It's suggested as a modern, streamlined alternative for those who appreciate the classic, unapologetic femininity of Fracas but desire a contemporary feel.
Vibe & Emotions
Elegant and sophisticated: The fragrance evokes a sense of refined beauty and class, making it suitable for elegant settings.
Sensual and captivating: Many find it alluring and intoxicating, drawing compliments and creating a memorable impression.
Youthful and radiant: Despite its intensity, some perceive a youthful and bright quality, especially due to its sweetness and freshness.
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