Floral

5701 perfumes

About

Flower notes, rose, jasmine

Scent Profile

The floral accord is characterized by the scent of fresh or blooming flowers, often evoking rose, jasmine, iris, and lily. It is typically soft, luminous, and can range from powdery to green or sweet, depending on the specific floral notes used. This accord is generally perceived as warm to neutral, with varying degrees of richness and delicacy.

Citrus 4%

Floral 49%

Fruity 8%

Green 11%

Sweet 21%

Warm 4%

Woody 3%

Earthy 3%

Animalic 3%

Fresh 18%

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Floral fragrances.

Peony 873

Cherry Blossom 83

Peach Blossom 64

Hawthorn 70

Freesia 805

Water Lily 179

Lilac 166

Lotus 232

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Floral fragrances.

Musk 8013

Freesia 805

Daisy 11

Mock Orange 3

Mignonette 14

Night Blooming Cereus 16

Sweet Pea 50

History

Floral accords have been central to perfumery since ancient times, with rose and jasmine extracts used in early Egyptian, Persian, and Roman fragrances. The development of synthetic floral molecules in the late 19th and early 20th centuries expanded the creative possibilities for perfumers, allowing for more nuanced and long-lasting floral scents. Floral accords remain foundational in both classic and modern perfumery.

In Perfumery

Perfumers use the floral accord as a core element in feminine and unisex fragrances, often forming the heart or middle of a composition. It is commonly paired with green, fruity, aldehydic, or woody notes to create complexity and balance. The floral accord provides structure and a recognizable character, making it a versatile building block in many fragrance families.