Violette Kew
“Violette Kew by Le Jardin Retrouve is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a powdery, violet composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Violette Kew by Le Jardin Retrouve is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. Violette Kew was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Maxence Moutte. Top notes are Violet and Cardamom; middle note is Violet; base notes are Cumin and Sandalwood. Violette Kew has a light, gourmand, sparkling quality that brings back memories of childhood through its top notes of Violet and Cardamom, its heart of Violet and Violet Leaves, while the base notes of Sandalwood and Cumin give it its mysterious, endearing depth.
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A Signature Fragrance
Cumin
Cumin, derived from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, carries an intense, warm aroma with hints of sweetness and a subtle peppery bite. Native to the Mediterranean region, it has long been used in cooking for its robust flavor but also finds its way into perfumery where its distinctive scent adds complexity.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood, sourced from the heartwood of trees native to India and Indonesia, carries a rich, creamy aroma that is both smooth and slightly sweet. Its scent is often described as warm and woody, with a powdery undertone that adds depth and complexity to any composition.
Violet
Violet’s scent is a complex blend of sweetness and earthiness, reminiscent of fresh petals with undertones of damp soil. Derived from both natural and synthetic sources, it captures the essence of spring gardens and old-world elegance, evoking memories of vintage perfumery and modern sophistication.
Designer Le Jardin Retrouve
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