The Haute Parfumerie

A contrast of light and shadow combining the purity of orange blossom with the understated beauty of sandalwood. Created in 1911 by Ernest Daltroff and immortalised by Gloria Swanson in the film Sunset Boulevard, this bold perfume pushes the intrinsic dual personality of orange blossom to the extreme. Its immaculate sweetness fuses with brooding, fatally seductive notes that accentuate the richness of voluptuous sandalwood. A true classic from Caron, this ambivalent flower is timelessly captivating.

With a delicate honey fragrance, acacia nestles amongst the exotic scent of Sandalwood. Created for the opening of the store on the Montaigne avenue, this oriental floral fragrance combines the tender, sun-kissed radiance of acacia with the rich and velvety character of Mysore Sandalwood. A distinguished and impeccably elegant trail that evokes the natural distinction of the Caron French woman.

The rich and complex scent of oud wood creates a sensual haven for the iconic Caron rose. Created for the wedding of an emirati prince who wanted to offer a sacred essence to his guests, this exceptionally rich oriental fragrance is a perfect mix of sweet and opulent Damask rose absolute and distinguished essence of oud, a sacred wood with warm and spicy facets. This perfect harmony between two premium and precious materials heralds an intense trail with an inimitable character.

As Ernest’s right hand from 1906 to 1940, the year the founder went into exile in the United States, Félicie Wanpouille was much more than just a muse, largely contributing to the development of the House’s reputation.

She was passionate about fashion and design, and became the life force behind Caron, designing a bottle, finding a name, and coming up with the communication for each creation.

A true businesswoman, “Madame”, as she was nicknamed by her closest colleagues, headed up the House from 1940 to 1962, running the company and fighting to avoid it being lost and having to close during the war.

Félicie was a free-spirited, independent woman with a sharp mind, yet under her hard outer shell was a sensitive, delicate soul.

All the duality of her personality is revealed in this candle where bergamot, rhubarb, peony, violet, sandalwood and musk intertwine.

Capacity 330g

Testimonies have been found in the Caron archives describing the atmosphere in the workshop where Ernest would retire to dream up his designs, a place full of history and emotions, halfway between a cabinet of curiosities, a library and a design studio. In this sanctuary presided over by his wooden perfume organ, Ernest had assembled a collection of precious objects brought back from his many travels. Ambergris, musk, spices and dried flowers were lined up on his desk in glass jars.
The aromas of waxed Haussmann-era parquet flooring and burnt wood mingled with the scents of the perfume blotters freshly imbued with the fragrances he was developing.

Capacity 330g