Lily of the Valley: Harvest, Origin...
Originating in Europe, lily of the valley thrives in shady woodland areas. Its flowers take the form of tiny white bells. Harvesting is regulated as the flower is protected in many countries and cannot be wild-picked. Nevertheless, its beauty and delicate fragrance have inspired numerous perfumers to recreate its scent in fragrant compositions.
What does Lily of the Valley smell like in perfumery?
In its natural state, lily of the valley is a white flower with fresh, green, slightly creamy notes, along with an animalic facet known as "indolic," characteristic of white flowers, particularly lily of the valley perfume. In perfumery, it belongs to the floral olfactory family.
Why does Lily of the Valley smell good?
The delicate scent of lily of the valley owes itself to its chemical components, such as cis-3-hexenol, which provides its green and fresh notes, and indole, which imparts its animalic facet and potency.
The best Lily of the Valley Perfumes
Below is a selection of the best lily of the valley perfumes:
• Diorissimio Eau de Toilette, Dior: Diorissimo by Christian Dior is a true icon of perfumery. This emblematic fragrance is termed "soliflore" as it represents the scent of lily of the valley, as if it were the sole component of the perfume. Diorissimo unveils a fresh and delicate floral accord, representing lily of the valley perfectly.
• Mughetto, Santa Maria Novella: Mughetto by Santa Maria Novella is also a solinote centered around lily of the valley. This eau de parfum is a faithful creation to the lily of the valley found in nature.
• Muguet Blanc, Van Cleef & Arpels: Van Cleef & Arpels' Muguet Blanc is an ode to lily of the valley. This fragrance reveals a fresh and luminous floral accord of lily of the valley paired with transparent floral notes of peony and neroli. This floral accord is enhanced by woody and musky notes.
• Muguet du Bonheur, Caron: Muguet du Bonheur by Caron is an eau de parfum created around a rich floral accord blending lily of the valley, lilac, rose, jasmine... This floral accord is refreshed by bergamot in the top notes and supported by a woody and musky base.
• Synthetic Nature, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle: Synthetic Nature by Frédéric Malle is a very green fragrance with a fresh floral accord. Green notes are combined with fruity notes of blackcurrant in the top. The floral heart highlights hyacinth, lily of the valley, ylang-ylang, and jasmine. This entire accord is supported by a woody base of oakmoss and patchouli.
Bon Parfumeur Lily of the Valley Perfumes
• 201 - Bon Parfumeur Eau de Parfum: The 201 eau de parfum by Bon Parfumeur evokes the freshness of apples growing in the open air and the roots of vetiver. An acidic and green top with apple. Lily of the valley supports the green facet of the fragrance. This perfume is accompanied by fruity notes of quince which give a liqueur-like tone to the entire fragrance. Vetiver in the base grounds the fragrance in the earth.
Each of these lily of the valley perfumes offers a unique olfactory experience, capturing the freshness and transparency of this emblematic flower.
Looking for gift ideas? Give a bouquet of lily of the valley flowers, a symbol of happiness and luck, perfect for celebrating spring or May 1st. And for a summery touch, explore our selection of summer perfumes with lily of the valley and orange blossom accords, including the famous Anaïs Anaïs fragrance by Cacharel, a true ode to flowers.
Need to create a scented atmosphere at home? Explore our home fragrances with delicate notes of lily of the valley, perfect for brightening your interior throughout the year.
