Viola Essenziale
“Viola Essenziale by Salvatore Ferragamo is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a powdery, vanilla composition with a iris undertone. Voted best for spring wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Viola Essenziale by Salvatore Ferragamo, launched in 2018 and crafted by perfumer Sonia Constant, is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance that seamlessly blends powdery elegance with rich vanilla and iris notes. The composition opens with the bright, sunlit freshness of mimosa and peach before transitioning to a heart of heliotrope and lily. These floral accords are anchored by the warm depth of vanilla, patchouli, and vetiver in the base, creating an enveloping scent that is both comforting and sophisticated.
Composition & Character
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Application Tips
For Viola Essenziale, apply to pulse points for a gentle warmth that builds over time. The powdery top notes are fleeting but leave space for the heart and base notes to develop fully. This fragrance is best enjoyed in cooler weather when its warm vanilla and woody tones shine through.
Sonia Constant
Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · French
Sonia Constant is a French perfumer and entrepreneur. She is a senior perfumer at Givaudan and the co-founder of the fragrance brand Ella K, launched in 2017. She has created or co-created fragrances for brands including Tom Ford, Narciso Rodriguez, Jean Paul Gaultier, Mugler, Lancôme and Jimmy Choo.
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The story behind the bottle.
The soft, plush carpet of a cozy study where warm light filters through the windows, mingling with the subtle scent of vanilla and powdery notes.
Fig. 01 — Viola Essenziale, Salvatore Ferragamo
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