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All About Gourmand Fragrances

History of Gourmand perfume

The term gourmand references a fragrance that smells almost like a dessert. These fragrances will have edible smells like chocolate, honey, vanilla, and other sweet, delicious aromas. Basically, if the perfume smells like something you’d like to eat, it’s probably gourmand.

Gourmand fragrances are a relatively new category of fragrance that have become increasingly popular in recent years. The concept of gourmand perfume originated in the early 2000s when several niche perfumers created fragrances that attempted to capture the complex and delicious notes found in food, drinks, spices, and other edible items.

What does Gourmand mean?

These fragrances are those that are meant to evoke the senses of taste and smell. They can be described as luxurious, indulgent, and sensual.

Gourmand is a term used to describe a type of fragrance that has an edible quality. Gourmand scents are typically created with synthetic materials that imitate the scent of food or drinks. They can also be blended with natural ingredients like essential oils and absolutes.

Gourmand Fragrances smelling

They are perfumes that evoke the smells of delicious sweet foods, such as candies, cakes, desserts, fruits, and chocolates. Gourmand fragrances often include sweet scents mentioned lines above. These sweet scents can be blended with woody or musky notes to create a unique scent.

Some gourmand scents include:

  • Chocolate—Because chocolate is such a popular dessert, it’s no wonder this is one of the most popular gourmand aromas! The warm sweetness of chocolate mixes well with many other notes like rum, spices, and musk. It’s perfect for chocolate lovers!

  • Honey—Another popular aroma, honey is a delightful gourmand scent that can be combined with spicy, dark scents such as tobacco or other light floral aromas.

  • Fruit—Popularly combined with caramel or spiced scents, fruit aromas are a typical gourmand aroma. A popular culinary trend is caramelized fruit, and you’ll find many gourmand fragrances that mimic the trend.

Now that you know what these perfumes smell like, you can begin to look for one that may work for you. Now that you know what these perfumes smell like, you can begin to look for one that may work for you.

When to wear Gourmand Fragrances?

Gourmand fragrances are scents that contain edible-inspired notes. They’re often associated with food-based perfumes and are especially popular during the colder months. As such, they’re perfect for wearing in winter weather when you want something comforting to wear. These types of fragrances are also worn in warm months because they provide a comforting and soothing scent that is both light and refreshing.

These types of fragrances are perfect for those who love sweetness but don’t want to be too overwhelming with their scent choice. Let´s learn together about the following Gourmand Fragrances below!

Xerjoff Lira

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Xerjoff Lira is a luxurious and exquisite gourmand fragrance that was released in 2013. It features an unforgettable blend of sweet and spicy notes, including notes of honey, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and patchouli. The top notes are a combination of bergamot, pink pepper, and grapefruit zest which give the scent an uplifting citrus kick. The heart consists of cinnamon, licorice, and jasmine. Finally, caramel, vanilla, and musk are the base notes.

Juliette has a Gun MMMM...

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Juliette has a Gun MMMM... is a gourmand fragrance that has become increasingly popular as of late. It is an oriental vanilla scent with notes of caramel, tonka bean, almond, and musk. The scent is warm, sweet, and comforting yet still mysterious and captivating. Its main accords are creamy, sweet, warm spicy, powdery, and nutty which give it an unmistakably sweet and inviting aroma.

Byredo Vanille Antique

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Byredo Vanille Antique is a gourmand fragrance that is part of the Byredo collection. This fragrance has a rich, creamy sweetness that is reminiscent of vanilla ice cream and caramelized sugar. It is an oriental-inspired scent that features top notes of bergamot, pink pepper, and red apple. Middle notes include rose, heliotrope, and jasmine petals while base notes are made up of patchouli, sandalwood, and white musk.

Viktor & Rolf Bonbon

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Viktor & Rolf Bonbon is a gourmand fragrance created by the Dutch design house of Viktor & Rolf in 2014. It has become one of the most popular gourmand fragrances on the market, thanks to its delightful combination of sweet and savory notes. It is a sophisticated and unique scent that features an array of sweet notes such as caramel, orange, and peach. The top notes include Italian mandarin essence, peach essence, and orange. The middle notes include caramel, orange blossom and jasmine. Amber and woods make up the base notes.

Tom Ford Lost Cherry perfume

Tom Ford Lost Cherry perfume

Tom Ford Lost Cherry is a gourmand fragrance that combines the sweetness of cherries with a unique blend of earthy accords. The top notes are made up of sweet cherry, black currant, and plum that blend together to create a tantalizing aroma, while the heart notes include rose, jasmine, and iris which adds to the rich complexity of the scent. The base notes consist of sandalwood, patchouli, and musk.

Parfums de Marly Oriana

Parfums de Marly Oriana

Parfums de Marly Oriana is a gourmand fragrance that will tantalize the senses. This delightful scent has notes of jasmine, saffron, and bergamot combined with a sweet and creamy base of vanilla, tonka bean, and benzoin. The result is a beautifully balanced fragrance that is light enough for day wear yet sophisticated enough for evening occasions.

Byredo Black Saffron

Byredo Black Saffron

Byredo Black Saffron is one such gourmand fragrance, combining rich saffron with leathery notes of Oud. The scent is juicy and sensual, with an almost edible quality that makes it incredible. Byredo Black Saffron has been described as “rich, exotic, and luxurious.” It features top notes of black saffron, cardamom, and aniseed; middle notes of leather accord and rose; and base notes of vetiver, oud wood, guaiac wood, and tonka bean.

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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 notes

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 notes

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 is a luxurious and sophisticated gourmand fragrance that has become a classic in the world of niche fragrances. First released in 2017, this fragrance blends sweet and woody notes to create an unforgettable scent. The composition of this scent is based on notes of jasmine, saffron, amber wood, cedarwood, and musk. With its warm and inviting scent, it is perfect for those who love a more sophisticated aroma

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