Keiko Mecheri 2009 EDP

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Iris Pourpre

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Keiko Mecheri Iris Pourpre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009. Keiko Mecheri's Iris Pourpre carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a proper journey in a bottle, starting with a bold floral sweetness and mellowing into an earthy, golden iris. It's a polarising scent, with some finding it a brilliant, evolving masterpiece and others a bit 'off' or unbalanced. Definitely one to try before you buy.
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Iris Pourpre Eau de Parfum 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and evolving nature make it suitable for various occasions, particularly evenings and cooler weather. While some find it versatile, its initial intensity and richness might be a bit much for a formal office setting or sporty activities, but perfect for a date or a sophisticated casual outing.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • 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

Iris Pourpre opens with a bright, almost candy-like burst of citrus and neroli, quickly joined by an intense, oily ylang-ylang that can be quite assertive. As it develops, the fragrance deepens, revealing an earthy, even dirty, patchouli and vetiver, before settling into a warm, golden iris. The drydown is softened by hints of oakmoss, providing a nuanced, evolving experience that feels both natural and a touch mysterious.

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