{"title":"Nathalie Lorson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNathalie Lorson\u003c\/strong\u003e is a master perfumer whose work defines the clean, responsible aesthetic of \u003cstrong\u003eEssential Parfums\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Parisian house committed to transparent craftsmanship and sustainable practice. Her composition \u003ca href=\"\/products\/essential-parfums-fig-infusion-eau-de-parfum\"\u003eFig Infusion\u003c\/a\u003e exemplifies Essential Parfums' philosophy: each fragrance carries the name of its creator and arrives in a refillable vessel, honouring both artistry and environmental stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowsing by perfumer offers a direct route to understanding a fragrance house's creative voice. With Nathalie Lorson's work at Redolia Perfumery, you encounter the precision and restraint that characterise her approach—qualities Essential Parfums has built its reputation upon. Her compositions reward close attention, revealing themselves gradually on the skin rather than announcing themselves loudly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Nathalie Lorson's fragrance below, or venture into the wider Essential Parfums collection to find a scent that resonates with your own sensibilities. At Redolia Perfumery in Somerville, New Jersey, we stock full bottles and welcome both devoted followers and newcomers to niche perfumery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt Redolia Perfumery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lorson composed \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dorsay-vanilla-affair-extrait-de-parfum\"\u003eVanilla Affair Extrait de Parfum\u003c\/a\u003e for the Parisian house D'ORSAY — Balkan tobacco, tonka bean and cistus over a vanilla heart, finished with white musk, patchouli and amber.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"house-of-bo-xuxu-parfum","title":"House of Bō Xuxu Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eXuxú is a sparkling fruity gourmand — playful and celebratory. It opens with a pop of champagne, a spicy chili-pepper tingle and juicy clementine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart is rich and whimsical, with Damask rose, blackberry, sweet macarons and bergamot-scented Earl Grey tea. The base is warm and cosy, with clean white musk, Mexican vanilla and a golden touch of saffron. It is a fun, effervescent fruity-gourmand with real character — sweet, spicy and joyful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe full composition runs from top notes of Champagne, Chili Pepper, Clementine, through a heart of Rose, Blackberry, Earl Grey Tea, to a base of White Musk, Vanilla, Saffron — a fruity built to unfold slowly and wear close to the skin. The parfum is housed in House of Bō's signature bottle, finished with a hand-cut, semi-precious stone cap chosen to mirror the mood of the scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn skin its principal accords — Fruity, Sweet, Floral, Gourmand and Warm Spicy — layer into a rounded, characterful whole, and as a parfum-strength concentration it is built for rich projection and long wear. It is offered here in both a 40 ml and a larger 75 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt House of Bō the emphasis is on the finished work rather than the name attached to it, and the composing perfumer for this fragrance is not publicly credited. What is consistent across the collection is the house's insistence on fine materials and characterful, artistic compositions — each scent developed to a cinematic brief and rendered with the same care whether or not the nose is named. The house has drawn on a roster of world-class perfumers across its line, and this fragrance sits comfortably alongside their work, sharing the same commitment to quality, craft and a distinctive point of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor lovers of playful, sparkling fruity gourmands who want fun with a sophisticated twist. Largely feminine-leaning but wearable by all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt suits those who love warm, sweet scents with real depth and a grown-up edge rather than simple sugar, and it wears comfortably on anyone; fully unisex.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLovely from autumn through winter and from day into evening; its champagne, macarons and vanilla feel festive in cooler weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt comes into its own in autumn and winter and after dark, its warmth richest in cool weather and on evenings out, date nights and intimate dinners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHouse of Bō is a contemporary niche perfume house founded by Bernardo Möller, its Founder and Creative Director. Its signature DNA is rooted in simplicity, minimalism and spirituality, and it collaborates with some of the world's most accomplished perfumers to create bold, artistic parfums that pair fine materials with a tropical, Latin-inflected sensibility. Each fragrance is presented in a distinctive bottle crowned with a hand-finished, semi-precious stone cap chosen to echo the character of the scent, making the collection as beautiful to display as it is to wear. The house's collection spans fresh citrus, lush florals, plush gourmands and smoky woods, each conceived as a distinct olfactory world. At Redolia Perfumery every House of Bō parfum is offered as a full bottle in two sizes, 40 ml and 75 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House of Bō","offers":[{"title":"1.3 oz (40 ml)","offer_id":53997263749436,"sku":"850065828282","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5 oz (75 ml)","offer_id":53997263782204,"sku":"850065828275","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/7078\/0476\/files\/house-of-bo-xuxu-parfum-white-1.jpg?v=1790385689"},{"product_id":"essential-parfums-fig-infusion-eau-de-parfum","title":"Essential Parfums Fig Infusion Eau de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFig Infusion opens with the bright, almost honeyed sweetness of ripe fig—not the jammy abstraction you might expect, but the green, slightly mineral quality of the fruit itself, sharpened by bergamot's citrus snap. It's an unusual top accord, one that immediately signals this is not a conventional fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart deepens into fig leaf and black tea, a pairing that transforms the composition entirely. Fig leaf brings a subtle green, almost herbal dimension—the dusty, slightly peppery character you'd find crushing the actual leaf between your fingers. Black tea adds a dry, slightly astringent warmth, grounding the sweetness and introducing a contemplative quality. There's an elegance here, a restraint that prevents the fig from becoming cloying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base settles into sandalwood, cedar, and musk—woody notes that provide structure and longevity without overwhelming the composition. The sandalwood is creamy rather than powdery, the cedar adds a subtle dryness, and the musk rounds everything into a soft, skin-close finish. What emerges is a fragrance that feels both substantial and intimate, woody in character but never austere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFig Infusion was composed by Nathalie Lorson, a master perfumer working for Essential Parfums, the Parisian niche house founded in 2020 by Géraldine Archambault. Essential Parfums operates on a straightforward philosophy: every fragrance is created by a named, renowned master perfumer using high-quality, responsibly sourced materials. There are no house accords, no shortcuts, no anonymity in the creative process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe house's commitment to responsibility extends beyond ingredient sourcing. Each fragrance is presented in a refillable bottle, designed to reduce waste and allow you to return for refills rather than purchasing new bottles repeatedly. It's a practical approach to luxury—one that acknowledges that exceptional perfumery needn't come at the cost of environmental consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLorson's composition here demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of how to use a single note—fig—as both anchor and departure point. Rather than treating it as a straightforward fruity opening, she's allowed it to evolve through the addition of fig leaf and tea, creating a narrative arc that feels coherent and considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFig Infusion suits anyone drawn to woody fragrances with genuine depth and an absence of conventional sweetness. It's unisex in the truest sense—there's nothing gendered about its composition, only a clear artistic vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt appeals particularly to those who appreciate tea-based fragrances, or who've found themselves reaching for scents built around green, herbal, or slightly astringent notes. If you've worn and loved fragrances centred on fig leaf, black tea, or woody accords treated with subtlety, this will feel like a natural discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also for the perfume enthusiast who values transparency and craft—someone who wants to know not just what a fragrance smells like, but who made it and under what principles. Essential Parfums' model appeals to those tired of marketing-led fragrance, of scents designed by committee or algorithm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFig Infusion is a year-round fragrance, though it finds particular resonance in autumn and early winter. There's something about the combination of fig, tea, and woody notes that feels seasonally apt—contemplative rather than celebratory, grounded rather than effusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt works beautifully as a daily fragrance for those who prefer something with substance and character to their skin scent. It's equally at home in professional settings, where its restraint and sophistication read as intentional rather than apologetic. In the evening, it deepens slightly, the woody base becoming more pronounced as the top notes fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not a fragrance for those seeking projection or presence—it's a close-to-skin composition that rewards proximity. Wear it when you want to smell like yourself, only more considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEssential Parfums emerged in 2020 with a deliberate rejection of the status quo in niche perfumery. Founder Géraldine Archambault built the house on a simple premise: that exceptional fragrance doesn't require opacity, inflated pricing, or wasteful packaging. Each scent bears the name of its creator, a master perfumer working with materials chosen for quality and responsible sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe refillable bottle model is not marketing theatre—it's a structural commitment to reducing the waste inherent in the fragrance industry. You purchase the bottle once; thereafter, you return for refills at a significantly lower price point. It's a system that rewards loyalty whilst acknowledging environmental responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Paris, Essential Parfums has quickly established itself as a house worth watching, one that proves niche perfumery can be both artisanal and accessible, both principled and pleasurable. Fig Infusion exemplifies this approach: a fragrance of genuine craft, offered transparently, at a price that reflects its true value rather than an inflated notion of exclusivity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Essential Parfums","offers":[{"title":"3.4 oz (100 ml)","offer_id":54395785281852,"sku":"3770010614647","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/7078\/0476\/files\/essential-parfums-fig-infusion-eau-de-parfum-white-1.jpg?v=1790389295"},{"product_id":"dorsay-vanilla-affair-extrait-de-parfum","title":"D'ORSAY Vanilla Affair Extrait de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD'ORSAY Vanilla Affair is a woody-ambery Extrait de Parfum in which vanilla is treated as a serious material rather than a dessert. It opens with tobacco, tonka bean and cistus: Balkan tobacco is honeyed and dry, like good pipe leaf rather than smoke, tonka adds almond-sweet warmth, and cistus, the resin of the rockrose, brings an ambery, slightly leathery depth. The start is dark gold and immediately grown-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart is what the house calls a vanilla duo, two forms of vanilla layered together. The effect is rounded and creamy but not sugary, with a boozy, faintly smoky edge picked up from the tobacco above it. This is vanilla as a texture that coats the other materials rather than a note sitting on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base gives it staying power and intimacy: white musk for a clean, skin-like softness, patchouli for earthy depth, and amber for resinous warmth. Concentrated above 30% as an extrait, Vanilla Affair lasts a long time and stays close to the body once the opening has settled, leaving a warm, honeyed trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanilla Affair was composed by \u003cstrong\u003eNathalie Lorson\u003c\/strong\u003e, a master perfumer with a long and prolific career across both designer and niche perfumery. She is known for rich, confident compositions and for handling sweet materials without letting them collapse into sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 2026, it is the newest D'ORSAY Extrait in our range, and the house describes it as an irresistible attraction, each note a pact whispered against the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is for people who love vanilla, tobacco and amber, and who want a version with weight and polish. If you already enjoy tobacco-vanilla fragrances, this is a refined French take; if you find most vanillas too sweet, the cistus, patchouli and tobacco here provide the dryness you are missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is unisex and suits anyone who wants a warm, sensual signature for the colder half of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanilla Affair is made for autumn and winter and for the evening. It suits dinners, nights out, celebrations and cold days when a warm fragrance feels like the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts concentration means restraint is wise: one or two sprays will carry through an evening. 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