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Corday Trapeze Perfume

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The History and Character of Trapeze Perfume

Trapeze Perfume is a women’s fragrance by Corday, released in 1956.

This vintage fragrance belongs to the aldehydic floral family and unfolds like an elegant perfumery performance from the mid-20th century: expressive, glamorous, and distinctly individual.

The release reflects the aesthetic of Corday — a house with a dramatic history and a particular focus on feminine, memorable compositions.

Trapeze Perfume does not try to go unnoticed: it is a fragrance with character, created for admirers of classic perfumery and striking floral accords.

Olfactive Profile

The composition unfolds around white flowers, soft powdery notes, and creamy woody warmth.

It features a gourmand almond nuance, the herbaceous freshness of clary sage, the rich florality of gardenia and ylang-ylang, and, in the drydown, the delicate powderiness of iris, the smoothness of sandalwood, and a sensual musky veil.

In character, Trapeze Perfume combines floral glamour with aldehydic expressiveness.

As a result, the fragrance comes across as more than just a sweet white-floral perfume: it is a more polished, retro-elegant composition with a beautiful contrast between its fresh opening and warm base.

Development on the Skin and Sillage

At first, the fragrance is bright and full-bodied: the almond facet softens the herbaceous edge of sage and creates an unusual first impression.

Gardenia, orange blossom, and ylang-ylang then come to the fore — lush, creamy, and noticeable, with a classic sense of immaculate elegance.

The final stage of the development becomes softer, powdery, and woody.

Iris lends the composition vintage aristocratic refinement, sandalwood makes it rounded, and musk supports its long-lasting, warm presence.

Trapeze Perfume has very strong sillage, making it especially suitable for those who enjoy noticeable, compliment-getting fragrances.

Who It Is For and When to Wear It

Trapeze Perfume is positioned as a feminine fragrance for lovers of classic scents, white flowers, and expressive retro character.

It can unfold particularly beautifully in cool weather, in the evening, at a special occasion, or whenever you want to emphasize elegance and confidence.

This is not an everyday “background fragrance,” nor is it the safest choice for a small, enclosed space.

It is best to test the perfume on skin: the intensity of the floral notes and the strength of the sillage can change noticeably depending on temperature, humidity, and individual skin chemistry.

Concentration and Application

Trapeze Perfume is available in Parfum, or extrait, concentration.

There is no information about the exact recommended amount for application to skin or clothing, so it is best to start with a minimal quantity: one spray or a small application to the pulse points is usually enough for an initial test.

Because of its very strong sillage, avoid applying the fragrance to both skin and clothing at once.

After testing, you can cautiously apply it to fabric as well, first checking that the composition does not leave marks.

Similar Fragrances

Those interested in the rich and distinctive character of Trapeze Perfume may want to explore Tom Ford Black Orchid — a more modern interpretation of dark floral intensity.

Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps and Cacharel Lou Lou are also suitable for further exploration of classic perfumery aesthetics.

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Description of the composition

Trapeze Perfume Note Pyramid

The top notes open with almond and clary sage, creating a contrast between a soft gourmand nuance and fresh aromatic greenery.

At the heart of the composition are gardenia, orange blossom, and ylang-ylang — a lush white-floral accord with creamy, sunny, and slightly exotic nuances.

Base notes of iris, sandalwood, and musk create a powdery-woody, warm, and sensual finish.

Overall, the composition combines aromatic, floral, gourmand, musky, white-floral, and woody nuances.

Gender Female
Brand Corday
Segment Premium perfumery
Country France
Year of production 1956
Status Discontinued
Concentration Perfume extract

Composition pyramid

Almond
Clary Sage
Gardenia
Orange blossom
ylang-ylang
Iris
Sandalwood
musk

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