The Perfume Library

Madonna of the Almonds

5.6

Floris · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Floris Madonna of the Almonds is a discontinued feminine fragrance that sets a sweet, powdery floral body under a fresh, citrusy opening. The top is almond blossom, lemon and bergamot, so it starts bright and clean. Bitter almond and jasmine move into the heart, softening the citrus and sweetening it. In the base, frankincense, musk, vanilla and sandalwood leave a warm, gourmand, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as feminine and pick spring and fall, with leisure and daily wear leading, though business and evening also get votes. Chloé SeeByChloé and Kenzo Couleur Kenzo Jaune-Yellow have a close profile.

Victorious

7.1

Floris · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Floris Victorious is a discontinued unisex fragrance with a fresh citrus and marine character, best suited to spring and summer days. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon and bergamot, with marine notes and grapefruit keeping the brightness going. In the heart, jasmine and neroli add a soft floral touch, while pink pepper and coriander bring a light spicy edge. The base rests on vetiver and sandalwood, lightly sweetened by vanilla and amber. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads comfortably as unisex. Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza and Floris JF have a close profile.

Floris · 2013

Floris · 2014