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Folies Bergère Bourjois — a 1943 fragrance that needs no introduction. This is a feminine fragrance rooted in the floral family. Concentration — perfume extract: exactly what it needs to be.
Produced in France, and you can feel it in every note. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
A great perfume doesn't need lengthy explanations — it speaks for itself. The official website of Bourjois — http://ladanika.ru.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
The most concentrated form of perfume with a deep, multifaceted composition, exceptional durability, and an expressive trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The scent of Folies Bergère unfolds as a living composition, where accents shift with precision and warmth. The creative approach of Bourjois is recognizable in details that define the fragrance identity. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Perfume extract emphasizes the depth and body this composition needs.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Fairy, Fruit, Floral and Whiteflower. The framework further includes Ambery, Wood and Musk. At family level the composition sits in Floral.
Right at the start you meet fresh floral top notes: Aldehydes, Apricot, Freesia and Water Lily.
At the core of development you detect Jasmine, Lilac, Peony and Tuberose holding a creamy tuberose direction.
The internal accord map is shaped by these accords: Floral, Fruit, Musc and Wood with each one in a clear role. Background accords such as Amber and Cosmetic expand the olfactory volume in the background. The profile is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
Taken together Folies Bergère holds a coherent structure — the first stage creates momentum, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best understood in wear.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Bourjois |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.bourjois.com |
| Year of production | 1943 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Perfume extract |
| License holder | Coty Inc. |
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