Eau de Parfum2022
L'Iris
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Santa Maria Novella  ·  Sold as unisex

L'Iris

The quiet focus of a private study where the subtle notes of iris and musk create an atmosphere of calm concentration, interrupted only by the occasional scent of fresh flowers.

4.15637 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
irispowderyfloralwhite floralcitrusfresh spicy
L'IrisPremium · $100–250
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How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate19% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak19%
Moderate56%
Long lasting19%
Eternal1%
SillageModerate7% say strong or enormous
Intimate30%
Moderate62%
Strong7%
Enormous1%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine1%
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Unisex28%
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Feminine71%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2022 by Santa Maria Novella, L'Iris is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance created by Gian-Luca Perris. The composition opens with the fresh spicy notes of Sichuan pepper and neroli, which create an invigorating contrast to the heart's rich floral bouquet of jasmine, magnolia, and geranium. At its core, iris and violet blend seamlessly into a powdery musky base that is warm and enveloping without overpowering.

L'Iris captures the essence of Italian elegance with its balance of freshness and depth. The fragrance is designed to evoke a sense of lasting sophistication, reflecting the heritage of Santa Maria Novella while embracing modernity.

How to wear it

Apply L'Iris to your pulse points for a gentle warmth that builds throughout the day. The fresh spicy top notes fade within two hours, but the powdery base lingers longer. This fragrance is best enjoyed close to skin rather than filling a room.

Fig. 01 — L'Iris, Santa Maria Novella

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Gian-Luca Perris portrait
03 · The nose

Gian-Luca Perris

Gian Luca Perris, born in Rome, studied economics and commerce before joining the family business — his father Michele Perris founded Perris Group in 1981.

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Designer Santa Maria Novella

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06 · The Room

What people
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4.15/ 5 · 637 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 7%.

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