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Redfern Sourire de Paris is a women’s perfume released in 1915. This release belongs to the Redfern brand, which creates fragrances for women and unisex compositions.
The name Sourire de Paris, meaning “the smile of Paris,” sets an elegant historical mood, although confirmed information about the composition and its concept is limited.
Redfern Sourire de Paris is listed as having been released in 1915. This makes the fragrance interesting not only as a perfume product but also as part of the brand’s history and the culture of the early 20th century.
There is no information about its belonging to a specific collection, nor is there any information about the perfumer who created this release.
Redfern Sourire de Paris is positioned as a women’s fragrance. Its sillage is described as very strong, so its noticeable presence in the surrounding space should be taken into account when trying it.
This format is especially important for those who choose expressive fragrances and want their perfume to remain perceptible throughout the day.
At the same time, precise information about longevity, seasonality, development time, and the recommended amount to apply to skin or clothing is not available.
The concentration of Redfern Sourire de Paris is also unknown: the available information does not confirm whether it is an Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum, Extrait, or another category.
Therefore, it would be inaccurate to assess its scent based on concentration or recommend a specific number of sprays without additional sources.
The note pyramid of Redfern Sourire de Paris has not been published: there are no confirmed top, middle, or base notes, nor a complete list of ingredients or an indication of its olfactory family.
For this reason, it is impossible to reliably describe the opening, heart, and final accord of the composition.
Any claims about citrus, flowers, woods, or other nuances would be speculation rather than fact.
The fragrance may appeal to fans of vintage perfumery, historical releases, and rare names associated with the industry of the early 20th century.
Its strong sillage makes it a potentially noticeable choice for those drawn to rich and expressive compositions, although individual perception always depends on the skin, climate, and amount applied.
Redfern Sourire de Paris remains a fragrance to be approached thoughtfully: its main confirmed characteristics are its positioning as a women’s fragrance, its release in 1915, and its very strong sillage.
Information about similar fragrances, other concentrations, and the perfumer is unavailable, so it is not currently possible to compare it with specific compositions or speak of variations of the same formula.
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 fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
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
No verified note pyramid for Redfern Sourire de Paris is available in the sources at hand.
The top, middle and base notes, blended accords, olfactory groups and fragrance families have not been specified.
Therefore, it is impossible to reliably describe how the fragrance develops on the skin—from the first minutes to its lingering dry-down. There is also no information about the complete formula or the perfumer responsible for creating the composition.
Listing any notes would be speculative, so the fragrance is best assessed based on its known characteristics: its launch in 1915, its positioning as a women's fragrance and its very strong sillage.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Redfern |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Year of production | 1915 |
| Status | Produced |
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