Jehanne Rigaud Parfums 2015 EDP

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Imperial Poudré

by Jehanne Rigaud

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Jehanne Rigaud Parfums Imperial Poudré is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Jehanne Rigaud. Imperial Poudré opens with Iris, Ylang-Ylang, and Vanilla, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Powdery, and Almond, and dries down to a base of Musk, Rose, Jasmine, and Heliotrope. Jehanne Rigaud Parfums's Imperial Poudré carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

If you're a devout fan of powdery scents, this is your holy grail. A plush, iris-dusted vanilla cloud that's undeniably nostalgic, romantic, and divinely cosy. But be warned: for some, it's a bit too much like baby powder in a potent, almost overwhelming way.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Romantic
  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
Imperial Poudré Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Floral Notes24%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall

Its powdery, vanilla and almond composition leans towards spring and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its elegant and sweet powdery profile, make it less suitable for an office environment. However, its sophisticated and romantic quality makes it perfect for dates and formal events, though its cosiness can work for a refined casual setting.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Imperial Poudré unfurls with a soft, ethereal embrace of powdery iris, gracefully entwined with creamy ylang-ylang and a gently sweet vanilla. The heart deepens with rich almond notes, enhancing the plush, cosmetic powder accord. It settles into a luxurious base where delicate rose and jasmine mingle with a comforting heliotrope, leading to a musky, lingering sweetness that feels both refined and intimately warm. It's a proper powder bomb, but done with a touch of elegance.

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