Parfums de Marly draws its inspiration from the storied elegance of the Château de Marly, once a sanctuary of pleasure, spectacle and refinement. That heritage is reinterpreted through a distinctive olfactive language that honours the grandeur of French perfumery while embracing contemporary creativity. Each creation stands as a tribute to French savoir-faire, where tradition meets bold, expressive freedom.
The latest addition to the Maison’s Les Signatures collection, Athénaïs, takes its name and spirit from Athénaïs de Montespan, a woman whose presence and charisma left an indelible mark on the court of Louis XIV. More than a muse, she embodied power, allure and wit – qualities that resonate through this modern ambery-floral composition. Athénaïs reimagines that commanding femininity for a new generation of women who embrace their individuality with confidence.
Thriving at the intersection of softness and strength, it reflects a personality that is socially radiant yet deeply individual, graceful yet unapologetically bold. It is an olfactive portrait of contemporary elegance infused with vitality.
Presented in a luminous coral-toned bottle, the aesthetic makes a confident statement of more is more. Through its transparent glass, a glowing pink-orange juice shimmers. Finished with a silk tassel and a sculpted silver cap, and accompanied by a matching coral bell, the bottle’s presentation reinforces the Maison’s commitment to sophisticated design and meticulous detail.
The fragrance opens with a burst of citrus. Notes of neroli, bergamot and yuzu sparkle with immediacy, delivering a sensation of joyful spontaneity and radiant energy. As the scent unfolds, a refined floral heart takes centre stage. Jasmine sambac absolute and orange flower absolute bring softness to the composition, adding a layer of elegant femininity.
The journey concludes with an addictive, warm trail. Tonka bean absolute and resinoid are blended with vanilla and amber accords, creating a powdery finish that balances the initial freshness with sensual, refined depth.
Athénaïs is a sophisticated expression of youth and joy, arriving perfectly timed for a season defined by colour and light, lingering on the skin with an effortless, luminous allure.
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