Fleur de Figuier by Molinard might have been the greatest surprise I had at PXA 2009, the perfume expo last summer. While I definitely appreciate the classic perfumes of the house, I've never given the Les Fleurs series more thought than using Lavande as a sheet spray (highly recommended, by the way). But having the rare opportunity to see the entire line and test as many as I could, has shown me there is more to Molinard than Habanita.
I have quite a few fig scents in my collection, but Fleur de Figuier managed to surprise me with its originality. It's not a milky green fig nor is it woody or fruity. It has a lot of green in it, but it comes from bitter galbanum, which dominates the perfume beautifully. There's a hint of sweetness at the top, but it doesn't last, making the perfume a lot more interesting than you'd expect.
I have quite a few fig scents in my collection, but Fleur de Figuier managed to surprise me with its originality. It's not a milky green fig nor is it woody or fruity. It has a lot of green in it, but it comes from bitter galbanum, which dominates the perfume beautifully. There's a hint of sweetness at the top, but it doesn't last, making the perfume a lot more interesting than you'd expect.
There's something very relaxed and easygoing in Fleur de Figuier. It's casual, but not in a "sport" way, just cool, laid back and not trying too hard. It's a happy scent for a happy place, as long as all involved really enjoy galbanum.
The US distribution of Molinard perfumes is somewhat spotty, but Fleur de Figuier, Lavande and most others can be found online for about $30. I bought my bottles from parfum1.com.
Photo of actress Peggy O'Connor (1950) from myvintagevogue.com
The US distribution of Molinard perfumes is somewhat spotty, but Fleur de Figuier, Lavande and most others can be found online for about $30. I bought my bottles from parfum1.com.
Photo of actress Peggy O'Connor (1950) from myvintagevogue.com
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