Grès 1997 EDT

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Folie Douce

by Sophie Labbé , Nathalie Lorson

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Grès Folie Douce is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1997, created by Sophie Labbé and Nathalie Lorson. Folie Douce opens with Lemon, Mimosa, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Iris, Ylang-Ylang, Heliotrope, and Bay Leaf, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Grès's Folie Douce carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

An underrated floral woody creation that leans sweet and creamy. Folie Douce is a hidden gem for those who enjoy a gentle, feminine aura with a touch of fruit and powder. It's not green, despite what the marketing says.
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  • Elegant
  • Playful
  • Relaxed
  • Romantic
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Folie Douce Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for close encounters like dates or casual outings without being overwhelming. While it's generally considered too sweet for formal events and far too rich for sport, its gentle character could work in some office environments.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Folie Douce opens with a bright, sweet burst of blackcurrant and mimosa, uplifted by a hint of lemon zest. The heart quickly unfolds into a powdery, creamy embrace of heliotrope and ylang-ylang, with iris adding a subtle floral depth. As it settles, a warm, woody base of cedar and sandalwood emerges, softened by a gentle musk and a non-cloying vanilla, creating a comforting, smooth drydown.

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