Sun
“Sun by Jil Sander is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women”
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Respected, if divisive — a amber, sponsored composition with a vanilla undertone. Voted best for summer wear, leaning feminine.
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Sun by Jil Sander was launched in 1989 as a proof of the brand’s minimalist elegance and sophisticated simplicity. Created by perfumer Pierre Bourdon, Sun is an oriental floral fragrance that balances sweet and warm notes with a powdery, woody base. The composition opens with fruity and citrusy top notes like Amalfi lemon and bergamot, which give way to a heart of African orange flower, palisander rosewood, and ylang-ylang, creating an elegant floral bouquet. As the scent develops, amber, vanilla, and tonka bean emerge, enveloping the wearer in a warm, spicy embrace.
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Application Tips
Sun by Jil Sander has a long-lasting base that blooms gradually. Apply two sprays on pulse points and allow it to develop on your skin for at least 15 minutes before heading out. This ensures the full depth of its warm, spicy notes is present throughout the day.
Pierre Bourdon
Founding perfumer · 36 fragrances
As Edmond Roudnitska’s only student, Pierre Bourdon was informed early on by the philosophy that perfumes should be created as works of art. With this in mind, Pierre went on to revolutionize perfume trends in the 1980s with his men’s perfume “Cool Water” for Davidoff. That was when he met Frédéric Malle. Having realized that they shared the same vision of perfume making, the two became like family to one another. It was obvious to Frédéric, when he created Editions de Parfums, that Pierre should compose its first perfume, Iris Poudre.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet confidence of an early evening, as Sunlight fades and a cozy atmosphere begins to settle.
Fig. 01 — Sun, Jil Sander
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