Le Labo 2006 EDP

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Iris 39

by Frank Voelkl

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Le Labo Iris 39 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Frank Voelkl. Iris 39 settles into a heart of Musk, Lime, Patchouli, and Rose. Le Labo's Iris 39 carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Le Labo's Iris 39 is a divisive beast: some rave about its earthy, rooty iris, while others are put off by a heavy violet-patchouli combo. It's a proper chypre with an old-school feel that commands attention.
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  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Bold
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Iris 39 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
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
Also Works:
Summer Fall

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent sillage and remarkable longevity mean Iris 39 isn't best suited for confined office spaces, though its elegance makes it ideal for formal events. The unique blend of powdery iris and earthy patchouli works well for dates, offering both sophistication and intrigue. It can be worn casually but certainly makes a statement.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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 39 opens with a sharp, cool blend of iris and violet, immediately leaning powdery. As it evolves, ginger and cardamom add a warm, spicy zing, while patchouli introduces an earthy depth. A subtle civet and musk accord anchors the composition, creating a complex, almost animalic drydown that's grounded yet floral. This isn't a shy scent; it's a bold statement of powdery, earthy florals with a vintage embrace.

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