Bonbon
“Bonbon by Viktor&Rolf is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a caramel, citrus composition with a sweet undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Bonbon by Viktor&Rolf, launched in 2014 and crafted by perfumers Cecile Matton and Serge Majoullier, is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance that helped popularize the caramel-and-orange-blossom gourmand style in designer women's perfumery. The composition opens with vibrant citrus notes of mandarin orange and peach, leading into a heart of sweet caramel and white florals like jasmine and orange blossom before settling on a warm base of amber, sandalwood, guaiac wood, and cedar. Bonbon remains a beloved staple among gourmand enthusiasts despite the category's saturation.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Bonbon to pulse points for a warm embrace throughout the day. The citrus notes are bright but fleeting, so let it settle before venturing out. It's best enjoyed close to skin rather than across a room, as its powdery warmth is more intimate.
Cécile Matton
Founding perfumer · 41 fragrances
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Designer Viktor&Rolf
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Edited by Scentsation Editorial
The story behind the bottle.
The moment you open a box of artisanal truffles, where caramel and orange blossom mingle in the air.
Fig. 01 — Bonbon, Viktor&Rolf
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