Jolie Madame Pierre Balmain

Fragrance Story

Jolie Madame by Pierre Balmain is a Leather fragrance for women. Jolie Madame was launched in 1953. The nose behind this fragrance is Germaine Cellier. Top notes are Artemisia, Coriander, Gardenia, Neroli, Bergamot, Petitgrain and Cloves; middle notes are Violet Leaf, Narcissus, Orris Root, Tuberose, Rose, Jasmine, Lilac and Orange Blossom; base notes are Leather, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Tobacco, Civet, Patchouli, Musk, Cedar and Coconut.

Composition Profile

aromatic 100%
white floral 85%
earthy 70%
animalic 60%
woody 50%
leather 40%
green 35%
mossy 30%
ozonic 25%
herbal 20%

About the Perfumer

Germaine Cellier

Germaine Cellier

Germaine Cellier was a pioneering French perfumer known for bold, innovative compositions. She created iconic fragrances such as Robert Piguet's Bandit and Fracas, as well as Pierre Balmain's Jolie Madame and Miss Balmain. Her work also includes Balenciaga's La Fuite Des Heures and Nina Ricci's Coeur Joie.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Artemisia Artemisia
Coriander Coriander
Gardenia Gardenia
Neroli Neroli
Bergamot Bergamot
Petitgrain Petitgrain
Cloves Cloves

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Violet Leaf Violet Leaf
Narcissus Narcissus
Orris Root Orris Root
Tuberose Tuberose
Rose Rose
Jasmine Jasmine
Lilac Lilac
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Leather Leather
Oakmoss Oakmoss
Vetiver Vetiver
Tobacco Tobacco
Civet Civet
Patchouli Patchouli
Musk Musk
Cedar Cedar
Coconut Coconut
Unique Character

Jolie Madame Pierre Balmain by Pierre Balmain offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Jolie Madame Pierre Balmain embodies the distinctive style of Pierre Balmain while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Jolie Madame Pierre Balmain is Ideal For

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