Iris des Champs EDP 100 ml - Houbigant Paris

Iris des Champs by Houbigant, a modern tribute to the nobility of the iris in its silkiest and most luminous form

Olfactory Family: Oriental Floral

Top Notes: Lily of the Valley, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Pear, Rose

Middle Notes: Iris, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine

Base Notes: Musk, Woody Notes, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Amber

Perfumer: Mathieu Nardin

Launch Year: 2014

Iris des Champs by Houbigant Paris is not simply a fragrance; it is an aromatic experience that celebrates the majestic iris flower with timeless elegance and almost poetic refinement. This perfumed gem, created by talented nose Mathieu Nardin, reinterprets a flower historically linked to royalty and haute couture, capturing its powdery soul and most seductive facets in an olfactory ballet that dances between the classic and the contemporary.

From the very first moment, the top notes awaken the senses with a luminous and sparkling freshness. Bergamot and pear bring a juicy and ethereal fruity glow, while pink pepper introduces a delicate spicy touch that gently stirs the skin. Fresh and floral lily of the valley intertwines with soft and pure rose, setting the stage for the entrance of the absolute protagonist: iris.

The heart of the fragrance is a sensorial tribute to iris, the flower of elegance par excellence. Here it manifests itself in its most voluptuous and velvety form, surrounded by a white and floral halo composed of jasmine and ylang-ylang. This triad creates a multi-layered floral texture: creamy, powdery, slightly exotic. The iris displays all its noble power, with that subtle balance between sweetness, vegetal freshness, and suggestive sensuality.

The transition to the base reveals an enveloping warmth that leaves a deeply sophisticated trail. Musk brings an almost tactile softness, while woods and sandalwood offer a rich, earthy base that anchors the fragrance with serenity. Vanilla, sweet yet refined, merges with golden amber to close the composition with a silky, almost addictive caress.

Beyond its impeccable construction, Iris des Champs is distinguished by its nostalgic and romantic character, like a walk through the flowering fields of Provence at dawn. It is a fragrance that evokes femininity in its purest form, without resorting to stridency, ideal for a woman who values ​​​​details, who moves with grace, and who appreciates perfumes with history and depth.

This perfume not only celebrates iris as a raw material, but also pays tribute to the perfumery heritage of Houbigant, a house founded in 1775 and famous for having perfumed queens, empresses, and aristocrats. With Iris des Champs, the brand combines its aristocratic legacy with a modern perspective, achieving a work that is both classic and completely contemporary.

In terms of performance, Iris des Champs has a moderate sillage and remarkable longevity, making it a versatile perfume for day and night, especially in cool seasons like spring and autumn, where its floral-powdery bouquet unfolds in all its elegance.

This perfume is ideal for those who love fragrances that combine sophistication with tenderness, depth with lightness, and an olfactory narrative that evolves gracefully on the skin. An aromatic symphony that transforms each use into an intimate and serene beauty ritual.