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Eau Gourmande Violette Laura Mercier, brought to life in 2008, sits firmly in the category of a feminine fragrance, belonging to the fruit and floral families. The fragrance concentration is eau de toilette.
This fragrance doesn't rush to leave — you can count on high longevity. Produced in France, where perfumery has long been elevated to an art form. Eau Gourmande Violette Laura Mercier unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
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 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 olfactory structure of Eau Gourmande Violette unfolds as a living composition, where accents shift smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Laura Mercier comes through in the way notes appear and fade. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette keeps a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
At olfactory-group level the profile is anchored in Fruit, Green, Floral and Wood. The palette also extends to Musk and Whiteflower. At family level the scent maps to Floral and Fruit.
In the top tier you detect sweet-fresh fruity first notes: Blackcurrant and Violet leaf.
In the central layer you sense Mimosa and Peony keeping a velvety rose-iris direction.
The accord profile is driven by these accords: Floral, Fruit, Musc and Wood forming a compact and readable structure. The gender direction is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived. In wear duration High indicates a stable lasting impression.
Overall Eau Gourmande Violette holds a coherent structure — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. This is the type of composition best understood on skin.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Laura Mercier |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.lauramercier.com |
| Year of production | 2008 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Alticor |
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