Amyris Femme
“Amyris Femme by Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a woody, aromatic composition with a citrus undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning feminine.
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Amyris Femme by Maison Francis Kurkdjian was launched in 2012, capturing the essence of a woman's confidence through its blend of citrus and woody accords. The fragrance opens with lemon blossom and California orange, creating an initial freshness that is both crisp and vibrant. As it develops, amyris wood adds depth, grounding the scent with earthy warmth. Iris and vetiver bring a subtle complexity, while musk and amber provide a powdery, enveloping base. Francis Kurkdjian's signature touch is evident in the way these elements blend seamlessly, creating a fragrance that feels both modern and lasting.
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Amyris Femme to your pulse points for a lasting effect. The citrus top notes are bright but fleeting, so it's best to layer them over the earthy base notes that take time to bloom. This fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room, making it perfect for daytime wear.
Francis Kurkdjian
Founding perfumer · 234 fragrances · French
“My creations are an invitation to choose the scent that suits you daily, because I like the idea that each woman and man can express a part of themselves through perfume.”
Maison Francis Kurkdjian was born in 2009 from the encounter between Francis Kurkdjian, a renowned perfumer with scores of successful creations to his name, and Marc Chaya, Co-founder and President of the fragrance house. At only 24, Francis Kurkdjian composed his first perfume, "Le Male" by Jean Paul Gaultier, an international best-seller and game-changer of its time. Instead of relying on a very promising start to his career, he decided, as a precursor, to explore new possibilities and give olfactory creation a new artistic dimension. In keeping with his visionary outlook, in 2001 he set up his tailor-made perfume workshop, against the general tendency of perfume democratization, while constantly putting his know-how and sensibility at the service of the greatest fashion designers (Rick Owens, Hedi Slimane, Riccardo Tisci, Alber Elbaz or John Galliano), as well as the most iconic houses (Dior, Guerlain or Saint-Laurent). From 2003, artists like Sophie Calle, Christian Rizzo or Sarkis called on him to compose his first olfactory compositions - the starting point of his quest to break down the boundaries between different fields and the senses. In 2008, he was named Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres.
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Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Light, radiance, and contemporary French perfumery
Founded by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian, the maison is known for transparent, luminous compositions that blend traditional savoir-faire with modern sensibility. Signature use of radiant musks and airy florals defines the house style.
Designer Maison Francis Kurkdjian
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet moment before a meeting begins, where the scent of fresh florals and powdery musk fills the air with an understated confidence.
Fig. 01 — Amyris Femme, Maison Francis Kurkdjian
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