In the last few years, L’Occitane released two fragrances for the holiday season each year. For holiday 2014, the brand launched Arlésienne Eau de Toilette in the UK last month. The fragrance is inspired by Madame Ginoux from Arles in the south of France, who inspired artists such as Van Gogh, Picasso and Bizet.
Top notes: saffron, mandarin
Middle notes: rose, lily of the valley, fig milk
Base notes: violet, santal
Upon application, there is a combination of aquatic, aromatic and floral elements. (The aromatic element presumably comes from saffron.) The three elements don’t clash with one another, and together they create a clean and gentle fragrance. On the whole, it can be characterized as a floral.
The scent doesn’t have a very citrusy opening, as the mandarin note is very subtle. The woody base note is also subtle. Among the floral notes, the rose stands out the most as it has the strongest sillage. (It is among the most diffusive notes in the composition.)
The scent doesn’t develop very much and remains clean and softly floral throughout the wear. The staying power is decently good.
Arlésienne is another very typical L’Occitane fragrance. It is fresh, feminine and easy to wear. It is more of a cool-toned floral scent and I think it is more suitable for spring and summer.
Arlésienne Eau de Toilette is available in 75ml (£39). The range also includes:
– Solid Perfume (10g, £8)
– Perfumed Soap (50g, £4.50)
– Shower Cream (250ml, £14)
– Beauty Milk (250ml, £20)
– Body Oil (75ml, £22)
– Velvet Hand Cream (30ml, £8)
– Gorgeous Lips (12ml, £8.50)
– Hair Mist (50ml, £16)
– Beautifying Powder (9g, £28)
– Perfumed Candle (140g, £24)
(The product featured in this article is provided by L’Occitane.)
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