Hello Persolaise, Well, I think i´s called "á fleur de pêche" because it´s a word game with the french words "à fleur de peau " which means to be a very sensitive/delicate person. In my opinion it is refering to the very sensitive skin of peaches. When you touch a peachskin, it reminds of soft human skin...I bought a bottle today. It´s a georgous perfume! 🙂
A Fleur De Peche is very nostalgic 90s to me. I felt that when I first sampled it. Instantly reminded me of an expensive version of the herbal essence shampoos that were in the floral bottles. I love it.
Solaris was a love for me and I bought a bottle after using 4 samples. I liked that the citrus and blackcurrant cuts through the cloying and waxy ylang/tiare/sunscreen. I had never been able to tolerate to wear a solar scent until this one
Hi Persolaise! I also prefer the spontaneity of testing the fragrances live. Perhaps descriptions of the dry-downs can be added in the description box later on.
I like my perfumes to have a sillage but not as big and loud as many perfumes are these days. The issue today is that some fragrances are really toned down/watered down and others are so potent that you might still smell them on Mars. ;-) I just like a good balance like former Guerlain's. Their sillage were easily perceptible but always in refined and elegant manner. Not intrusive and vulgar like most mainstream niche releases of these last years. As for the "A fleur de pêche" it is a play on words. "A fleur de peau" means to be very sensitive. We also say "peau de pêche" for a very soft skin. I would say it might be an olfactory interpretation of the peach fruit: the flower, the flesh and the skin (and its velvety aspect). You mention Petalia. I have to say that I'm not a fan of that molecule since it smells very synthetic to my nose and often spoils the floral perfume for me.
Le "A fleur de pêche" is borrowing its "A" from the expression "à fleur de peau" which means at the surface of the skin. In french, this expression mainly means "being extremely sensitive". I guess they could have just called the fragrance "sensitive peach".
I may try Patchouli Noisette. Another fragrance that gives me the feeling of having skin that naturally smells good is Vanilj from Maya Njie. Its patchouli mixed with vanilla in a way I find beautiful. Her Tropica fragrance really gives that "your skin naturally smells good" feeling in the drydown too. I enjoy that type of feeling in fragrances. A lot of people do complain about the silage on those though.
Best perfume content on UA-cam! And I know your fans, myself included, will continue to tune-in no matter which review format you go with; I certainly enjoy hearing your thoughts on a previously-spritzed perfume's drydown, but I equally enjoy a "love at first scent” first impression. Great stuff!
Fleur de pêche is a play on words of the expression “à fleur de peau” meaning very sensitive or close to the skin. Probably referring to the skin of the peach.
does Patchouli Noisette make you think of the original Gentleman by Givenchy at all? Sainte Cellier’s write-up states the former was inspired by the latter
I quickly got a sample of Patchouli Noisette and loved it. I agree with your reflections, though I got a slight smokey note too. As I wear scents for my personal pleasure I don't mind quiet/intimate scents but sometimes one wants something a little more. I've been sampling a new brand called Artimique and the two of the three I've tried so far start out interesting but then rapidly fade in about 30 minutes despite they are EdPs.
My husband went crazy for Solaris,he is so used to smelling perfumes on me he hardly ever comments I put this on the first time he brought the scent up twice in the car, then a week later I wore it again and he said you smell so good I told him it was the same one from the week before, I don’t like that scent in PDM it turns me off and smells so bad on me, I’m glad to now know what it is
The trend for aggressive scent profiles isn’t going away. It has infiltrated body and haircare. Buying new bath and hair products recently has been quite annoying. A brand new shampoo/conditioner had to go in the bin, they were overloaded with coumarin that stayed in the hair. Even old favourites repackaged and “reformulated” with new smells that are sharp and aggressive and intrusive. I almost understand now the pushback of consumers who want everything fragrance-free in hair and skincare.
Oh, Persolaise! I love your channel, I don't like it for one solemn reason - it makes me want to buy more, to look for more, and yes, this is the confession of being in love with channel, with perfumes)))
Thanks for giving us this video dispute your voice just hanging on. That PDM knocked me out.. not in a good way. Like on the floor 😅 Too much for me! Instant headache.
@@Persolaise fingers crossed! A return to sanity. When all these harsh woody aromachemicals are in an enclosed space, it’s the equivalent of an infinite nasal shouting match on a background of every sports channel turned up to the max.
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Hello Persolaise, Well, I think i´s called "á fleur de pêche" because it´s a word game with the french words "à fleur de peau " which means to be a very sensitive/delicate person. In my opinion it is refering to the very sensitive skin of peaches. When you touch a peachskin, it reminds of soft human skin...I bought a bottle today. It´s a georgous perfume! 🙂
Brilliant explanation - thank you.
A Fleur De Peche is very nostalgic 90s to me. I felt that when I first sampled it. Instantly reminded me of an expensive version of the herbal essence shampoos that were in the floral bottles. I love it.
Good point!
Thanks very much for watching.
My husband lost his voice and it turned out to be a harbinger of Covid. Hope you stay healthy and keep your sense of smell!!
Ah, thanks for letting me know. I hope he made a full recovery.
It’s a play on “ a fleur de peau” an expression that means “on edge” or “hypersensitive “
-je suis a fleur de peau /I’m a little sensitive right now
Ah, thanks very much for this.
Hi Mr. Persolaise. Very engaging presentation. Petalia was first created for Elizabeth Arden's Pretty.
Thanks very much indeed.
Solaris was a love for me and I bought a bottle after using 4 samples. I liked that the citrus and blackcurrant cuts through the cloying and waxy ylang/tiare/sunscreen. I had never been able to tolerate to wear a solar scent until this one
Yes, for a ‘solar’ scent, it’s very well done.
Thanks for watching.
Love the t shirt mr P
Thank you 😊
Hi there, for the Nerolia Vetiver harvest, the best one for me of the three versions.
Yes, it’s my favourite too.
Hi Persolaise! I also prefer the spontaneity of testing the fragrances live. Perhaps descriptions of the dry-downs can be added in the description box later on.
Thanks very much.
A beautiful shirt. Haven't even watched the vid yet but have to comment about the shirt!
That's very kind, thank you.
I like my perfumes to have a sillage but not as big and loud as many perfumes are these days. The issue today is that some fragrances are really toned down/watered down and others are so potent that you might still smell them on Mars. ;-) I just like a good balance like former Guerlain's. Their sillage were easily perceptible but always in refined and elegant manner. Not intrusive and vulgar like most mainstream niche releases of these last years.
As for the "A fleur de pêche" it is a play on words. "A fleur de peau" means to be very sensitive. We also say "peau de pêche" for a very soft skin. I would say it might be an olfactory interpretation of the peach fruit: the flower, the flesh and the skin (and its velvety aspect). You mention Petalia. I have to say that I'm not a fan of that molecule since it smells very synthetic to my nose and often spoils the floral perfume for me.
Thanks for writing. I think more people are feeling the same as you about sillage.
Le "A fleur de pêche" is borrowing its "A" from the expression "à fleur de peau" which means at the surface of the skin. In french, this expression mainly means "being extremely sensitive". I guess they could have just called the fragrance "sensitive peach".
Wonderful - thank you.
Hazelnut and patchouli - how fascinating. Can’t wait to see your chat with Remy regarding this one. ❤
I hope to be able to interview him about it soon.
I may try Patchouli Noisette. Another fragrance that gives me the feeling of having skin that naturally smells good is Vanilj from Maya Njie. Its patchouli mixed with vanilla in a way I find beautiful. Her Tropica fragrance really gives that "your skin naturally smells good" feeling in the drydown too. I enjoy that type of feeling in fragrances. A lot of people do complain about the silage on those though.
Thanks very much for the tip.
Have you heard Guerlain is doing new Extrait fragrances this year? Including a vanilla plantifolia Extrait?? I NEED to try the vanilla Extrait!
No -- news to me! Thank you.
Best perfume content on UA-cam! And I know your fans, myself included, will continue to tune-in no matter which review format you go with; I certainly enjoy hearing your thoughts on a previously-spritzed perfume's drydown, but I equally enjoy a "love at first scent” first impression. Great stuff!
You’re too kind, Sharon. Thank you 😊
Looking forward to smelling those later this week, alas I don’t have such a colour co-ordinated shirt ❤
Enjoy the smelling 😉
Fleur de pêche is a play on words of the expression “à fleur de peau” meaning very sensitive or close to the skin. Probably referring to the skin of the peach.
Wonderful - thanks very much for taking the time to explain.
does Patchouli Noisette make you think of the original Gentleman by Givenchy at all? Sainte Cellier’s write-up states the former was inspired by the latter
Oooh, good question. But I don’t feel able to answer it, as I haven’t smelt the Givenchy for years.
Loved this video
So curious to try the Penhaligon's! Oh such a lovely bottle!!!!!
Yes, it’s worth seeking out. Thanks for watching.
Saying of someone that he/she is "A fleur de peau", means "very sensitive". There may be a link.
Thanks for taking the time to explain.
I quickly got a sample of Patchouli Noisette and loved it. I agree with your reflections, though I got a slight smokey note too. As I wear scents for my personal pleasure I don't mind quiet/intimate scents but sometimes one wants something a little more. I've been sampling a new brand called Artimique and the two of the three I've tried so far start out interesting but then rapidly fade in about 30 minutes despite they are EdPs.
Thanks very much for this. I’m not familiar with that brand.
I'm sorry to not catch this but am busy in Prague at the moment... I'm curious as to how the L'Artisan compares to Peche Cardinal?
I’d have to re-smell that one before commenting.
My husband went crazy for Solaris,he is so used to smelling perfumes on me he hardly ever comments I put this on the first time he brought the scent up twice in the car, then a week later I wore it again and he said you smell so good I told him it was the same one from the week before, I don’t like that scent in PDM it turns me off and smells so bad on me, I’m glad to now know what it is
Good to know about Solaris. Thanks for watching.
Would you say Patchouli Noisette is more traditionally masculine? Loved your shirt 😊
Oooh… maybe marginally. Thanks for watching.
How would you rank all the Mandarin Basilic and the flankers?
I don’t think I’ve tried them all.
Thanks for watching.
The trend for aggressive scent profiles isn’t going away.
It has infiltrated body and haircare. Buying new bath and hair products recently has been quite annoying. A brand new shampoo/conditioner had to go in the bin, they were overloaded with coumarin that stayed in the hair. Even old favourites repackaged and “reformulated” with new smells that are sharp and aggressive and intrusive.
I almost understand now the pushback of consumers who want everything fragrance-free in hair and skincare.
Ah, interesting. I’ve been seeking out unscented bath products for quite a few years now.
I blind bought the L’Artisan based on Alice du Parcq’s review and I absolutely love it. It makes me feel so summery. 😄
I know what you mean. Thanks for watching.
Oh, Persolaise! I love your channel, I don't like it for one solemn reason - it makes me want to buy more, to look for more, and yes, this is the confession of being in love with channel, with perfumes)))
That’s very kind - thank you.
That is some shirt!
Thank you.
Is Patchouli Noisette any close to Monsieur?
I compare it to Monsieur in the video.
Thanks for watching.
Thanks for giving us this video dispute your voice just hanging on. That PDM knocked me out.. not in a good way. Like on the floor 😅 Too much for me! Instant headache.
Yes, I’m not a fan either.
Oh joy!
Bye bye “Beast Mode”!
I wonder if that’s where we’re heading.
@@Persolaise fingers crossed! A return to sanity. When all these harsh woody aromachemicals are in an enclosed space, it’s the equivalent of an infinite nasal shouting match on a background of every sports channel turned up to the max.