- Maison Violet perfumes and colognes:
Country:France
Main activity:Fragrances
Brand website:link
Niche designer
Maison Violet, a French perfume house with a rich heritage, was founded in 1827 by Mr. François-Étienne Violet as a cosmetics manufacturer. Initially, it made a name for itself through innovative techniques, patent registrations, and numerous awards in the French cosmetics industry. Notably, in 1842, it became the official supplier to Empress Eugénie of France and Queen Isabella II of Spain, even preceding Guerlain in this royal association. This led to the brand's rise among the top ten French perfume brands, and the bee symbolizing Empress Eugénie was adopted as a mark of prestige on its products.
However, the economic depression between the two World Wars brought the brand to a standstill. In 2015 - 2016, three young entrepreneurs, all alumni of the same perfume school, decided to revive this once - glorious brand. They aimed to blend its historical grandeur with modern elements, successfully bringing Maison Violet back into the spotlight.
Today, as a niche perfume brand, Maison Violet offers a collection of unisex perfumes. "Nuée Bleue" presents a fresh and aesthetically pleasing aroma. The opening notes of bergamot create a moist, spring - like freshness, while the middle notes of iris exude a cool, somewhat distant charm with a delicate powdery quality reminiscent of natural body scent. The base notes, with a faint sweet balsam, maintain an overall gentle character.
"Un Air d'Apogée" features a uniquely light and floating fragrance. Starting with a slightly sharp woody note, similar to the cold winter wind, it sets off the suspended tobacco scent. The addition of herbs later on removes the smoky aspect, making the fragrance more ethereal. As the temperature changes, soft floral and woody notes blend with the tobacco and a hint of leather, resulting in a pure and subtle scent that stands out for its transparency and brightness, especially the prominent tobacco note in the top - notes.
"Compliment" is a floral - forward perfume, with the rich and heady combination of tuberose and ylang - ylang. It caters well to lovers of white - flower scents. Maison Violet cleverly uses orange blossom and green notes to counteract the indolic smell of the white flowers, making the middle notes elegant and the base notes end on a slightly sweet, resinous and tender note.
"Pourpre d’Automne" has a distinct feminine touch. Dominated by a violet scent with a strong apricot undertone, the middle notes are enriched by the addition of rose essential oil, making the fragrance more viscous. The base notes are filled with a generous amount of thick and smooth honey, creating a sweet, rich, and luxurious scent.
"Tanagra" offers a fruity - floral aroma with mandarin and pear notes. The fruitiness is fresh and not overly sweet. The initial iris note has a noticeable rooty, earthy quality, and its powdery floral scent gradually unfolds as it diffuses. The base note of cedar adds a touch of strength to the otherwise delicate floral fragrance, though its overall projection is relatively weak and the longevity is not very long.
In addition to these, the brand continues to innovate with new releases like the "Cycle 001" and "Cycle 002". "Cycle 002" is a fresh, spicy, and futuristic blend of citrus and resins. Maison Violet's perfumes are designed with an elegant aesthetic that harks back to the past's refinement while incorporating modern design concepts. The scents themselves are sophisticated, skillfully combining classic notes with more contemporary accords to achieve a harmonious and timeless allure. They are all classified as "Eau de Parfum" due to their relatively high essential oil content.
Maison Violet also integrates sustainable development concepts into its operations. In 2024, it redesigned its packaging to be more environmentally friendly, injecting new vitality into the brand. Moreover, it has launched a series of activities to support social welfare, donating a portion of the sales profits of certain products to relevant associations, demonstrating a strong sense of social responsibility. All in all, Maison Violet, with its deep - seated history, unique scent profiles, sustainable development philosophy, and positive social contributions, stands out in the perfume market, attracting the attention and love of many perfume enthusiasts.
