Fleurs d'Oranger: Neroli explored by Serge Lutens. When Serge Lutens approaches the orange blossom to make a fragrance out of it, the result resembles no other.
Released in 2003, Fleurs d'Oranger is an unprecedented unisex essence. As its name indicates, Serge Lutens placed the orange blossom at the top of the podium. Serge Lutens, known for his extraordinary creations, once again presents an atypical and dazzling absolute composition that highlights an ingredient highly prized in perfumery. Here, it is the orange blossom. Sensual and fresh, Fleurs d'Oranger resembles a patio of flowers on a spring morning. An intoxicating and oriental essence reminiscent of the Mediterranean scents dear to the heart of Serge Lutens.
Christopher Sheldrake, once again in the spotlight for Lutens with Fleurs d'Oranger
As with the majority of Serge Lutens's fragrances, it is the English nose Christopher Sheldrake who is behind Fleurs d'Oranger. Though Christopher Sheldrake lived in England, he was born in India, and this may be what gave him a taste for strong and spicy scents. Christopher Sheldrake began his career at the Charabot company. He then joined Robertet in Great Britain. Christopher Sheldrake traveled extensively, primarily for Quest International, and was able to explore numerous scents from every continent. Since 2005, Christopher Sheldrake has worked for Chanel as Director of Fragrance Research and Development, now alongside Olivier Polge. However, Christopher Sheldrake is a discreet man who prefers to work behind the scenes. He met Serge Lutens in 1987 and their collaboration has been like a lasting coup de foudre. In addition to his position at the heart of the house of Chanel, Christopher Sheldrake is always available whenever Serge Lutens needs him.
The orange blossom as you have never seen it, thanks to Lutens
The orange blossom is the flower of the bitter orange tree. Its origin is uncertain, as some legends claim it comes from India, while others explain that it comes from China. Today, Morocco is the leading producer of orange blossom. With its white petals, the orange blossom gives off a heady yet always pleasant scent. Delicate in appearance, the orange blossom offers sweet and sensual notes, currently highly sought after by perfumers. In perfumery, orange blossom absolute is obtained through extraction with volatile solvents. One ton of flowers is needed to produce 1.5 kg of absolute. In perfumery, orange blossom is primarily used in floral and oriental fragrances, where it provides an extraordinary luminosity. Here, Fleurs d'Oranger opens with orange blossom paired with jasmine, which is also a very luminous flower. The heart is likewise built around orange blossom, then combined with white rose for added femininity. The base is intoxicating with emotion, blending spices, nutmeg and caraway to perfection with the sensual notes of musk and hibiscus... An unexpected radiance.
Fleurs d'Oranger is a rare essence signed by Christopher Sheldrake, as with the majority of Serge Lutens's fragrances. The orange blossom is honored along with its many facets. Flower of love, the orange blossom, white and intoxicating, reveals here the full extent of its personality.