Olfactive family: Floral
The floral family is the largest and most diverse in perfumery, encompassing any fragrance in which a flower or floral bouquet is the dominant note. Rose, jasmine, tuberose, peony, freesia, violet, lily, orchid: each flower brings a distinct character. The floral family is effectively non-seasonal and completely gender-neutral.
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Floral fragrances: from rose to tuberose
The floral family encompasses an immense diversity of fragrances, from simple soliflores (a single flower type) to complex floral bouquets combining multiple floral poles. Rose is the most analysed floral note in perfumery; jasmine is one of the most complex, containing natural indole which gives it an animalic, sensual dimension; tuberose is perhaps the most intense of all, with a presence that leaves no one indifferent.
Flowers appear in perfumery as natural ingredients extracted by various methods (absolute, essential oil, enfleurage) or reconstituted synthetically with greater precision and sustainability. Many niche houses work with superior quality rose or jasmine absolute, which shows in the depth and complexity of the fragrance compared to simple synthetic versions.
At The Scent Nest, floral selections go beyond the simple sweet floral. Look for roses that are powdery or leathery, jasmines that are sensual or green, tuberoses that are creamy or almost shocking. The floral family has the richness of an entire garden; discovering it takes a lifetime.
Frequently asked questions about Floral
What does the floral olfactory family smell like?
The floral family smells of flowers: rose, jasmine, tuberose, peony, violet or any other bloom. It can be sweet, fresh, sensual, green or powdery, depending on the flower type and construction.
What is the difference between floral and floral oriental?
A pure floral puts the flower at the centre with a light base. A floral oriental adds depth through amber, vanilla or woody notes, resulting in a warmer, more seductive and more persistent floral.
Are floral fragrances exclusively feminine?
Not at all. The floral family is completely gender-fluid. Rose has been the preferred note of masculine fragrances for centuries. Jasmine and tuberose appear in contemporary niche unisex and masculine fragrances.
How do I find a floral that is not too sweet?
Look for floral fragrances with green, aquatic or woody notes in the background. Green violet notes, fresh rose or freesia are less sweet. A sample from The Scent Nest lets you test without commitment.
