Iris Empire
“Iris Empire by Carolina Herrera is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a warm spicy, iris composition with a powdery undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2020 by Carolina Herrera, Iris Empire is a sophisticated Oriental Floral fragrance that bridges the gap between warmth and elegance. The composition opens with cinnamon and davana, creating an initial spiciness that gives way to the heart of iris and violet, blending into a powdery and earthy base accented by leather, chocolate, patchouli, benzoin, and olibanum. This fragrance encapsulates the essence of Carolina Herrera’s dedication to refinement and lasting style.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
One to two sprays on pulse points is sufficient — the cinnamon and davana notes are bright and noticeable initially but give way to the richer base notes over time. This fragrance is best for cooler evenings or layered under a jacket, as its warmth reads better in slightly cooler temperatures.
Nelly Hachem-Ruiz
Founding perfumer · 14 fragrances
Nelly Hachem-Ruiz is a France-based perfumer who studied at Le Havre University and won a Fragrance Foundation Award in 2016 for Perfume Extraordinaire. For the Pollution Pods installation by artist Michael Pinsky, she created a scent representing clean Norwegian pine forest air.
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Designer Carolina Herrera
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet sophistication of a dimly lit study, where warm spices mingle with the earthy richness of leather-bound books and the subtle sweetness of chocolate.
Fig. 01 — Iris Empire, Carolina Herrera
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