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Fleur d'Osmanthus Roger & Gallet, brought to life in 2011, sits firmly in the category of a feminine fragrance, belonging to the floral family. Perfumer Nathalie Lorson poured every ounce of mastery into this one. The fragrance belongs to the Wellbeing Water collection. Offered in fragrant mist concentration.
Expect a moderate sillage — enough to be remembered, not enough to overwhelm. It stays on the skin for a good while — longevity is firmly in the moderate range. Country of origin — France: no wonder the fragrance turned out this refined. Fleur d'Osmanthus Roger & Gallet unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression
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 weightless, fragrant veil with a light concentration delicately refreshes the skin and gives a feeling of cleanliness and comfort
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 composition of Fleur d'Osmanthus is shaped as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of Roger & Gallet is clear from the opening to the final trail. Every decision feels deliberate, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Fragrant mist emphasizes the right density and pace of development.
At the note-group layer the composition is built around Citrus, Floral, Balsamic and Wood. The palette also extends to Spicy, Musk and Whiteflower.
From the first breath you catch sparkling citrus top notes: Mandarin and Orange.
In the middle phase you meet Grapefruit, Neroli and Osmanthus keeping a velvety rose-iris direction.
The accord profile is shaped by these accords: Citrus, Gourmet, Floral and Musc forming a compact and readable structure. Background accords such as Wood enrich the profile without taking over. The gender direction is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. For persistence Middle suggests confident staying power.
In summary Fleur d'Osmanthus sounds complete from start to finish — the opening sets direction, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best experienced through real development.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Roger & Gallet |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.roger-gallet.com |
| Year of production | 2011 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Fragrant mist |
| License holder | L'Oréal |
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