Frédéric Malle 2003 Edt

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L' d'Hiver

by Jean-Claude Ellena

Frédéric Malle L' d'Hiver is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2003, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. The fragrance opens with Green, Calamus, Bergamot, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Iris, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Hay, Musk, and Cedar.

Our verdict on L' d'Hiver: Favourite

L'Eau d'Hiver is a fragrance that sparks strong emotions; people either adore its ethereal, minimalist beauty or dismiss it as fleeting and overpriced. It's a soft, clean skin scent that feels almost like a whisper, but one that leaves a lasting impression on those who truly connect with it.
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  • Clean
  • Soft
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
L' d'Hiver Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16%
Floral 25%
Fruity 3%
Green 14%
Sweet 22%
Warm 13%
Woody 10%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Musky
100%
Powdery
97%
Citrus
63%
Floral
57%
Fresh Spicy
51%

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot 21% Green 17% Lemon 16% Pink Pepper 16% Calamus 15% Grapefruit 15%

Heart Notes

Heliotrope 11% Iris 11% Violet 11% Hawthorn 11% Honey 10% Lily Of The Valley 10% Jasmine 9% Orange Blossom 9% Rose 9% Ylang-Ylang 9%

Base Notes

Musk 22% Angelica 12% Hay 11% Cedar 11% Sandalwood 11% Tonka Bean 11% Benzoin 11% Amber 11%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate sillage and clean, inoffensive nature make it perfect for the office, while its delicate beauty also suits casual and date settings. However, its understated character means it's less suited for bold formal events or active wear where a more pronounced scent is usually preferred.

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About

An enigmatic fusion of clean musk and powdery florals, L'Eau d'Hiver opens with a cool citrus and green touch before melting into a heart of delicate iris, violet, and heliotrope, sweetened subtly by honey. This soft floral core is gently grounded by a musky, hay-like base with hints of cedar and benzoin, creating an effect that is at once fresh and comforting, like soft linens and winter air.

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