ENCELADE by Marc Antoine Barrois: Interview and Fragrance Review
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Fame Corday, that first saw the light of day in 1946, is officially considered a feminine fragrance, belonging to the floral family. Concentration — eau de cologne: exactly what it needs to be.
The birthplace of this fragrance — France, a place with a refined nose. Also available in other concentrations: corday fame, corday fame parfum. Fame Corday — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A fresh and light fragrance with a concentration of fragrant substances up to 5% according to French standards, giving a feeling of purity and coolness
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 Fame is shaped as an expressive line of development, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Corday is evident in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de Cologne supports the depth and body this composition needs.
At the note-group layer the composition is built around Fairy, Citrus, Green and Sweet. The palette also extends to Floral, Whiteflower, Spicy and Ambery. Within olfactory families the scent maps to Floral.
In the first seconds you catch sparkling citrus first notes: Aldehydes, Bergamot, Galbanum and Honey.
When the opening settles you notice Clove, Clove, Gardenia, Hyacinth, Iris and Jasmine Sambac carrying a creamy tuberose direction. At the foundation the structure settles through Ambergris, Beeswax, Benzoin, Civet, Labdanum and Oak moss, reinforcing a warm vetiver trail.
The stylistic positioning is feminine, which clarifies the composition character.
In summary Fame holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best judged in wear.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Corday |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Year of production | 1946 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne |
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