Notes Atlas/Hay
Green · 147 fragrances
Hay.
147
Fragrances
1917
Earliest use in catalog
base
Typical position · 56%
Green
Reads as
Hay, a note that whispers of sun-drenched meadows and bales stacked under starlit skies, has woven its way into the heart of perfumery, grounding compositions with earthy warmth.
Profile
What it reads as.
Share of hay-bearing fragrances carrying each accord.
The Story
Hay in perfumery.
Hay is an evocative material, capturing the essence of fields ripe for harvest. Its scent is a blend of sweet, grassy freshness and woody undertones, reminiscent of hay bales drying in the sun. This versatile note can be sourced from various plants but always retains its characteristic earthy sweetness.
In perfumery, hay often serves as a base or middle note, providing depth and warmth to compositions. It pairs well with bergamot for fresh spicy notes, cedar and sandalwood for woody undertones, musk for an enveloping scent, rose for floral complexity, and patchouli for earthy richness. This versatility makes hay a key component in creating green, woody, and herbal fragrances.
Hay can be found today in notable fragrances like Fieno by Santa Maria Novella, which captures the essence of hay with its traditional expertise; The Noir 29 by Le Labo offers a modern interpretation with its blend of hay and other natural ingredients. These compositions showcase how hay adds an earthy warmth to contemporary perfumery.