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In 2000, Guerlain introduced Meteorites — a fragrance that's hard to forget. A feminine fragrance belonging to the floral family. The fragrance belongs to the floral, green, and powdery groups. Released in eau de toilette.
It carries a moderate sillage, leaving a trail that lingers pleasantly in the air. Every application feels like a little ritual — longevity is low. The home of this fragrance is France. Meteorites Guerlain unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has low persistence and lasts on the skin for about 2–3 hours, gradually fading and smoothly revealing its main notes
It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The note pyramid of Meteorites is shaped as a cohesive olfactory arc, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of Guerlain is recognizable in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de toilette emphasizes a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Floral, Green, Powdery and Whiteflower. At family level the scent maps to Floral.
In the first seconds you meet fresh green opening notes: Green Chord and Iris.
In the heart you sense Violet keeping a velvety rose-iris direction. In what remains on skin the structure settles through Heliotrope and Powdery notes, shaping a soft floral-powdery trail.
The olfactory framework is driven by these accords: Floral and Powdery with each one in a clear role. The profile is feminine, which clarifies the composition character. For persistence Low points to a sustained drydown presence. In projection Middle shows the style of diffusion around the wearer.
Taken together Meteorites holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the scent structures best understood in wear.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Guerlain |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.guerlain.com |
| Year of production | 2000 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | LVMH |
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