Ernest DaltroffThe nose · 26 fragrances · also made Nuit de Noel Extrait de Parfum (1922)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Caron · Sold as feminine
Acaciosa
A spring garden in full bloom, where each flower contributes to a harmonious and luxurious scent.
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AcaciosaPremium · $100–250
68%Similar accords, often for lessClassique Summer 2012 · Jean Paul GaultierMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1924 by the legendary French perfume house Caron, Acaciosa was created by perfumer Ernest Daltroff. This floral composition opens with a delicate bouquet of jasmine and orange blossom, complemented by ylang-ylang and rose, creating an aromatic blend that is simultaneously sweet and powdery. The heart introduces lily-of-the-valley and jasmine again for added depth before settling into a warm base of sandalwood, amber, vanilla, and musk. Acaciosa captures the essence of classic French elegance, blending floral notes with a subtle sweetness that feels lasting.
Apply Acaciosa lightly as it blooms on the skin over time. The floral notes are prominent initially but give way to a warm base that lasts throughout the day. It's best worn during cooler hours when the fragrance can linger without becoming too overwhelming.
Fig. 01 — Acaciosa, Caron
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Ernest Daltroff
The founder who built Caron on memoryErnest Daltroff was a French perfumer born in 1867 who founded Parfums Caron in 1904, after a childhood fascination sparked by his mother's habit of dabbing perfume behind his ears at bedtime.
The Acaciosa line
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Designer Caron
More from the house · founded 1904 · France
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Adds citrus, fruity and vanilla; shares orange blossom and amber and 1 more note.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 45%, disliked or hated by 12%.