Black CurrantOpens with
Orange BlossomHeart
IrisDries down to
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La Vie Est Belle Iris Absolu
The quiet intimacy of an afternoon in a Parisian atelier, where the sweet scent of ripe fig and black currant intertwines with the subtle elegance of white florals and earthy patchouli.
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La Vie Est Belle Iris AbsoluPremium · $100–250
52%Similar accords, often for lessDirham Wardi · Ard Al ZaafaranBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2023, La Vie Est Belle Iris Absolu by Lancôme is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance crafted by perfumers Anne Flipo and Dominique Ropion. The composition begins with the bright, juicy notes of black currant and fig before giving way to a heart of orange blossom and jasmine. At its core, iris takes center stage, complemented by the earthy richness of patchouli and a gourmand accord that adds warmth and depth. This fragrance embodies Lancôme's signature elegance while introducing a modern twist with its intricate balance between fruity freshness and powdery floral notes.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points — it blooms quickly but holds steady throughout the day. The gourmand heart adds a comforting warmth that reads best close to skin, making it perfect for an office setting or an evening out.
Fig. 01 — La Vie Est Belle Iris Absolu, Lancôme
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Anne Flipo
Elegance distilledAnne Flipo is a senior perfumer at IFF and one of the most accomplished noses of her generation, responsible for some of the most commercially successful and critically admired fragrances of the 21st century.
“Orange blossom takes a huge part in my signature too. It is the ingredient I would never be fed up with. I could create a thousand perfumes around it, without it ever being redundant.”
Anne Flipo · Everfumed (from Fernweh Editions), July 2020
Co-created with Dominique Ropion
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 42%, disliked or hated by 11%.