Violet

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Paris, France

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Violet is a French perfumery founded in 1827 by François-Étienne Violet.

A holder of several patents including one for thridace soap, the fragrance house received many awards until it went into administration in 1955. It was resurrected in 2017 by three young fragrance enthusiasts, keen to combine the history of the house with their modern visions of perfumery; the classic with the avant-garde.

  • Musc Angélique soft floral
    Violet Musc Angélique EDP 100ml
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    On a winter morning, with the house still wrapped in slumber, the air is thick with a soft, cotton-like warmth. Outside, the biting cold has cast a frozen hush over the landscape, veiling it in pristine white. Inside, a gentle light filters through, caressing the still-warm sheets. It’s that suspended moment between dreams and awakening, when you nestle into the tender embrace of the morning.
  • Un Air d'Apogéesoft amber
    Violet Un Air d'Apogée EDP 50ml Image 09 02 2025 at 16.26 2
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    A smooth, vibrant leather, enriched by the honeyed notes of tobacco and mimosa, radiates a warm, enveloping, and addictive allure. Iris and rose delicately caress the skin, imparting a sense of grace and refinement. Un Air d'Apogée invites you to indulge in a luminous and irresistible sensuality.
  • Bon Voyagegourmand
    Violet Bon Voyage EDP 50ml
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    A journey is not so much about distance as it is about the way we see the world. Bon Voyage captures that moment just before departure, when the senses awaken and everything seems a little different. It invites us to look again at what surrounds us, to let ourselves be surprised, and to experience the familiar with a sense of discovery. The rum and vanilla accord of canelé blends with spices and dried fruits, wrapped in notes of blond tobacco and smoky wood. The fragrance evokes the atmosphere of a luxurious train carriage, with waxed wood polished smooth over time and the lingering traces of tobacco, wax and old timber.
  • Pour Rêvergourmand
    Violet Pour Rêver EDP 50ml Violet Pour Rêver EDP 50ml
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    It’s a rainy day in Paris. There’s no other place in the world where the grey sky looks as beautiful. You walk under its embrace, feeling the rain in the process, and you don’t mind it. The beauty of the city is too captivating to notice anything else.You arrive at your favourite café. The owner says hello as you take your usual spot. No pretension, no overly friendly interaction. Just honest familiarity.Your coffee tastes just right. Cocoa-like shades, nutty smell. You open that great book you’re re-reading and think about how much you’re looking forward to the next chapter.Then, the door of the café opens. You look up. A stranger walks in, and your eyes click.You don’t know this chapter yet. But you already know that, somehow, it will make you dream.
  • Tanagrasoft floral
    Violet Tanagra EDP 50ml Image 09 02 2025 at 16.21 2
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    Tanagra weaves a delicate interplay of textures, like a soft cashmere veil brushing the skin. The iris, rose, and peony come together in a graceful floral waltz, their petals light and translucent. The cedar, strong and grounded, brings a sense of structure, anchoring the ethereal beauty with a timeless, pure elegance.
  • Sketchsoft amber
    Violet Sketch EDP 50ml SK 50ML 2024 SQ
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    An amber accord with a vintage charm, where sparkling bergamot unveils a luminous and vibrant freshness. Subtly balanced spices imbue the composition with refined elegance, while rich, deep patchouli asserts its intense character, leaving behind a captivating and enduring trail. Soft white musks introduce a contemporary touch, transforming this retro-inspired blend into a harmonious fusion of tradition and modernity. A sophisticated, bold, and irresistibly enchanting creation.
  • Nuée Bleuesoft floral
    Violet Nuée Bleue EDP 50ml Image 09 02 2025 at 16.11 1
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    A fragrance fresh and luminous, where the sparkling bergamot and orange blossom meet to unveil a delicate floral bouquet. Iris, the signature ingredient of Maison Violet, intertwines with the warm spices of carnation, evoking a soft, velvety sensation akin to baby’s skin. A musky veil, subtly aldehydic, adds a crisp, clean, and soapy freshness. The result is a signature that is both vibrant and comforting, an exquisite balance of brightness and softness.
  • Complimentfloral
    Violet Compliment EDP 50ml Violet Compliment EDP 50ml
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    A sunlit, radiant fragrance where jasmine, tuberose, narcissus, and orange blossom intertwine in perfect harmony, forming a bouquet of dazzling brightness. This fusion of white flowers encapsulates the essence of summer, caressing the skin with a vibrant, sun-kissed sensuality. Its captivating, effervescent trail draws admiring glances, leaving behind a memorable, irresistible impression that is sure to inspire compliments.
  • Abîmewoody amber
    Violet Abîme EDP 50ml Violet Abîme EDP 50ml
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    A fragrance that opens with a bold, electrifying burst of spicy pepper, setting the stage for an evocative journey. It gracefully transitions into the mystical embrace of palo santo and incense, weaving a tapestry of woody and mineral tones. The result is a profound, meditative trail that exudes serenity and quiet strength. A sensory voyage that immerses you in a sacred, spiritual ambiance.

From 1857 Violet was an official supplier of the Empress Eugenie and Queen Isabel II of Spain. This status allowed the house to use the royal emblem as their trademark: the bee. In order to certify the authenticity, Violet affixed this imperial symbol to each product. The bee lives on throughout the company’s revitalisation in honour of its history.

The company was listed on the French stock market in 1885 and began trading globally, including in the United States under the name Veolay. After many years of growth, Violet experienced a downturn following various world wars and world financial crises of the mid 1900s. It officially ceased trading in 1955.

Victorien Sirot, Paul Richardot and Anthony Toulemonde met while studying perfumery at Ecole Supérieure du Parfum in Paris. Enamoured by the rich and expressive accents of vintage fragrance, the trio decided together to resurrect Violet – a centuries-old lost gem. Their profiles, although different, are driven by the same passion for perfume and history. They have produced a number of scents that balance the depth of vintage fragrance with a sparkling modernity.