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The year 2011 gave us Queen City Rain Soivohle. Inspiration and execution — all of it is Liz Zorn.
Behind this fragrance stands the United States and its rich perfumery heritage. Queen City Rain Soivohle unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The perfect reason to explore the world of Soivohle a little more closely — or add another favourite to your collection. The official website of Soivohle — https://www.expand-japan.com.
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 rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
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 Queen City Rain is shaped as a living composition, where accents shift with precision and warmth. The creative approach of Soivohle comes through in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. Every decision feels deliberate, and the composition keeps a clear direction.
In a unified mixed pyramid the fragrance opens as a single chord with a mineral-marine mood: Dust, Grass, Lilac, Lily of the Valley, Moss, Rainwater and Rose. In this format 7 notes sound as one integrated frame, creating a sense of sea breeze that keeps the opening compact and balanced.
The inner phases are perceived as a gradual shift without abrupt breaks, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The internal accord map is built around these accords: Aquatic, Floral, Wood and Mineral forming a compact and readable structure. The profile is unisex, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Mineral, Green, Floral and Whiteflower. The palette also extends to Earthy / Mossy and Wood.
Taken together Queen City Rain sounds complete from start to finish — the first stage creates momentum, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best judged on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Soivohle |
| Segment | Natural perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.soivohle.com |
| Year of production | 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
| License holder | Liz Zorn Perfumes |
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