Author Archives: L.

Lys Mediterrane

Nose: Edouard Fléchier

Notes according to Fragrantica: “Top notes are Sea water, Ginger, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Lily, Lotus, Angelica, Orange Blossom, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang and Freesia; base notes are Musk, Vanilla, Amber and Cedar.”

Year: 2000

Timeless, opulent, sexy white florals. A blooming tropical lily. Wow!

Earthy. Gorgeous.

If you like the 1970’s powerhouses like Diane von Furstenberg or Fracas or Jungle Gardenia…but prefer something more…fresh…clear…and frankly elegant…Lys Mediterranee is for you. It’s…fantastic. Absolutely one of my favorite fragrances.

Sillage and longevity are moderate to strong.

Antilope

Notes according to Fragrantica: “Top notes are Aldehydes, Bergamot and Neroli; middle notes are Clary Sage, Carnation, Iris, Rose, Violet, Lily-of-the-Valley and Jasmine; base notes are Musk, Oakmoss, Amber, Sandalwood and Vetiver.”

Year: 1946

Sexy.

When I first wore this one years ago I didn’t realize how sexy it is. …But after being told Mon Guerlain and Velvet Petals is sexy to men when women wear them…I’m fascinated by Antilope. It really is an elegant, formal, serene, almost refreshing vintage of Mon Guerlain’s powdery musk.

Longevity and sillage are demure but noticeable. And it’s actually quite relatively inexpensive compared to many other vintage perfumes. Recommended!