Oriza L. Legrand 1928 EDP

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Marions-Nous

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Oriza L. Legrand Marions-Nous is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1928. Marions-Nous opens with Hyacinth, Rose, and Jasmine, settles into a heart of Iris, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, and Aldehydes, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, and Civet. Oriza L. Legrand's Marions-Nous carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This isn't your grandma's floral, unless your grandma was a glamorous flapper with a secret wild streak. Marions-Nous is a divisive, full-throttle floral aldehyde that people either adore for its vintage charm or find a bit too 'old school' and animalic.
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  • Classic
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
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Marions-Nous 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its strong vintage and animalic character, make it less suited for the office or casual wear. This scent truly shines in more formal or intimate settings, where its glamorous and bold presence can be appreciated without overwhelming.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Marions-Nous opens with a bold, almost jarring blast of aldehydes, quickly joined by an opulent bouquet of heady hyacinth, intoxicating jasmine, and classic rose. As it settles, a sophisticated powdery iris emerges, softened by creamy ylang-ylang and the subtle spice of carnation. The true intrigue lies in the dry down, where a prominent civet note intertwines with warm sandalwood, musky undertones, and a hint of sweet tonka, creating a complex and ever-evolving scent journey that’s anything but demure.

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