Balmain Beauty 1953 Edp

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Jolie Madame

by Germaine Cellier

Balmain Beauty Jolie Madame is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1953, created by Germaine Cellier. The fragrance opens with Neroli, Gardenia, Petitgrain, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Violet Leaf, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Civet, Coconut, Leather, and Vetiver.

Our verdict on Jolie Madame: Statement

This isn't your grandma's dainty floral water. Jolie Madame is a bona fide 'statement' fragrance - a bold, often polarizing leathery chypre with an arresting violet heart. Be warned: vintage and modern formulations offer rather different experiences.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
Jolie Madame Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 30%
Fruity 3%
Green 16%
Sweet 14%
Warm 11%
Woody 11%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 13%
Fresh 14%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
White Floral
99%
Earthy
95%
Animalic
91%
Woody
91%

Notes

Top Notes

Artemisia 16% Coriander 15% Gardenia 15% Neroli 14% Bergamot 14% Petitgrain 14% Clove 13%

Heart Notes

Violet Leaf 17% Narcissus 14% Orris 13% Rose 12% Tuberose 12% Jasmine 12% Lilac 11% Orange Blossom 10%

Base Notes

Leather 16% Oakmoss 14% Vetiver 11% Tobacco 11% Civet 11% Patchouli 10% Musk 10% Cedar 9% Coconut 8%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

While some find it subtle, Jolie Madame's prominent leather and animalic accords, especially in vintage formulations, make it a bit much for the office. It truly shines for date nights and formal events, leaving a sophisticated, memorable impression without being overwhelming.

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About

Jolie Madame opens with a crisp, almost green spice from artemisia and coriander, brightened by bergamot and neroli. Soon, a rich bouquet of violets, narcissus, and jasmine emerges, intertwined with a distinct, supple leather. The base descends into earthy vetiver and oakmoss, softened by musky civet and a hint of tobacco, creating a complex, sensual dry-down that lingers with enigmatic depth.

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