Leonard Paris 2006 EDT

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L'Orchidée

by Olivier Pescheux

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Leonard Paris L'Orchidée is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2006, created by Olivier Pescheux. L'Orchidée opens with Bergamot, Peach, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Tuberose, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Leonard Paris's L'Orchidée carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive floral-fruity, L'Orchidée swings between fresh sophistication and a 'too loud' fruit bomb. Some find it unique and balanced, others struggle with an overpowering blackcurrant note. Try before you buy.
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L'Orchidée 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile, but the fruity-floral character leans more casual. Some find it 'loud,' which could be problematic for formal or office settings.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

L'Orchidée opens with a vibrant burst of bergamot and blackcurrant, sweetened by juicy peach. The heart unfolds into a rich floral bouquet of jasmine and tuberose, with the delicate, elusive orchid note weaving through. As it settles, a warm, woody base of cedar and sandalwood emerges, softened by a creamy vanilla finish.

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