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Le Labo · Sold as unisex
Iris 39 Perfume Oil
The quiet, intimate moments in an understated parlor where the air is filled with the soft scent of powdery flowers and warm spices.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Iris 39 Perfume OilLuxury · $250+
46%Similar accords, often for lessDzongkha · L'Artisan ParfumeurPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 5 of its 11 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Iris 39 Perfume Oil by Le Labo was launched in 2012 and crafted by perfumer Frank Voelkl. This composition opens with a powdery, aromatic iris that reads as both soft and slightly spicy, creating an intriguing tension between warmth and restraint. The heart of the fragrance is anchored by violet and woody notes, which add depth without overpowering the central iris. As it settles into its base, musky and amber accords emerge to provide a warm, enveloping finish.
Apply a small amount to pulse points — it blooms slowly over time. The powdery iris note is best appreciated close to skin rather than from afar, making this ideal for intimate settings or quiet evenings.
Fig. 01 — Iris 39 Perfume Oil, Le Labo
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Frank Voelkl
The precision craftsmanFrank Voelkl is a senior perfumer at Firmenich who has earned a reputation as one of the most technically gifted noses of his generation. Born in Germany and trained in France, he brings Germanic precision to French artistry.
“To me, Santal 33 is my masterpiece on “perfect imperfection.””
Frank Voelkl · CaFleureBon, October 2014
The Iris 39 line
2 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Le Labo
More from the house · founded 2006 · United States
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The originalIris 39 Perfume OilLe Labo · Luxury · $250+L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2006DzongkhaShares 5 of its 11 notes$100–250★ 3.97 (1,632)45%Match
Prada · 2016Prada L'HommeShares 4 of its 12 notes$100–250★ 4.46 (17,117)49%Match
Zara · 20194MBR0X1D3Shares Violet, Ambroxan and Cardamomunder $40★ 4.09 (105)43%Match
Zara · 2018Scent #1All 3 of its listed notes are in this oneunder $40★ 4.20 (225)
With Acqua di Parma Colonia Sandalo Concentree
Adds citrus, lavender and fresh spicy; shares cardamom.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 29%, disliked or hated by 14%.