PetitgrainOpens with
Orange BlossomHeart
GalbanumDries down to
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Guerlain · Sold as feminine
Royal Extrait
The confident stride of a woman entering an elegant ballroom, where the air is filled with the scent of opulent florals and warm spices.
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Royal ExtraitPremium · $100–250
34%Similar accords, often for lessAnais Anais L’Original Eau de Parfum · CacharelMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014 and crafted by perfumer Thierry Wasser, Royal Extrait by Guerlain is a rich blend of Oriental floral notes that evoke the elegance and sophistication for which the house has long been known. The composition opens with petitgrain and pink pepper, creating an initial freshness that soon gives way to a heart of orange blossom, hyacinth, and cedar. This leads into a base of galbanum, moss, vetiver, and a luxurious blend of amber, powdery accords, iris, white florals, tuberose, rose, vanilla, and fruity notes. Royal Extrait is a modern interpretation of Guerlain's heritage, blending rare materials with innovative techniques to create a scent that feels both lasting and contemporary.
Apply Royal Extrait in small amounts — it blooms beautifully on the skin over time. The powdery base notes provide long-lasting warmth, making it ideal for evening wear. For a more subtle effect during the day, use one light spritz; two sprays will ensure it lasts through an evening out.
Fig. 01 — Royal Extrait, Guerlain
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Thierry Wasser
The guardian of GuerlainThierry Wasser is the in-house perfumer at Guerlain — a title that makes him the custodian of one of perfumery's most storied legacies.
“I am not going to betray five generations of the family.”
Thierry Wasser · Wallpaper*, December 2008
Designer Guerlain
More from the house · founded 1828 · France
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What people
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Warmly received so far: loved by 69%, disliked or hated by 6%.