The Forgotten Rose

Inspiration

This fragrance draws its inspiration from the dramatic life of Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France. The opulent halls of the Palace of Versailles served as her personal stage, where she flourished under admiration, embodying unparalleled elegance. Known as the most carefree woman in France and yet its most extravagant, her love for excess was often criticized, but her captivating charm was undeniable. Marie Antoinette was the epitome of lavishness during the Rococo era—a rose of opulence and innocence, embodying a spirit of carefree romance while bearing the heavy crown of royalty.

On the night before Louis XVI was led to the guillotine, he tenderly reassured her, "I will come to see you tomorrow at seven." Alone within the solemn walls of the Square du Temple, she endured a long, sleepless night, like a rose forgotten and wilting, abandoned by the world.

"Only in misfortune does one discover their true nature," she declared with indomitable pride, even in her solitude, "Please, do not forget that you are a rose."

Scent Profile

The fragrance opens with bright notes of bergamot, complemented by the spicy warmth of pink pepper and the sweetness of cassis. The middle notes add elegance with a mix of florals—elderflower, orange blossom, dark rose, and garden nicotiana, creating a rich and romantic bouquet, to capture how Mary Antonionette's captivating beauty. The base notes of musk, frankincense, and smoky wood provide a warm, grounding finish—a blend of florals and woodiness perfectly captures the dramatic lavish life that ended in tragedy.