Lavender
Floral · appears in 4 documented compositions
Herbal, camphorous, slightly floral and clean; cornerstone of fougere and barbershop styles.
Library uses
4
Dominant placement
heart
Avg. longevity of hosts
9.3 h
Strongest season
Spring
Origin & sourcing
Lavandula angustifolia (fine lavender, Provence) and lavandin hybrids.
What matters about it
- Fine lavender AOP from Haute-Provence commands a large premium over lavandin.
- Lavender + coumarin + oakmoss defines the fougere family since Houbigant's 1882 Fougere Royale.
- Linalool and linalyl acetate account for most of its odour profile.
How it behaves in a formula
Across this library, Lavender appears 2 times as a top note, 2 times in the heart and 0 times in the base. Placement is the single best predictor of what you will actually smell: top-note materials are high-volatility and gone within the hour, base-note materials are fixatives that define the final and longest phase of the wear.
Compositions containing Lavender in this library average 9.3 hours of documented longevity, and skew toward spring and autumn wear. Treat that as a tendency of the floral family rather than a property of the material alone — dose, supporting accord and concentration all move the result.
Fragrances built with Lavender
Dior
Sauvage
Aromatic Fougere · Men
Composed by Francois Demachy in 2015, Dior Sauvage was inspired by wide-open spaces, rocky landscapes under a desert sun, and ozone-blue skies. The fragrance explodes with an intensely radiant and raw blast of juicy Calabrian bergamot paired with a sharp, crackling punch of black and pink pepper. The dynamic heart leans heavily into aromatic lavender, earthy vetiver, and a massive dose of spicy elemi resin. The foundation is dominated by an enormous quantity of ambroxan, creating a clean, mineral, slightly salty, and exceptionally persistent woody trail that grabs attention from yards away. It stands as one of the most commercially successful and widely recognized modern masculine compositions, defined by its high performance, striking contrast, and unapologetic projection.
Tom Ford
Neroli Portofino
Citrus Aromatic · Unisex
Formulated by Rodrigo Flores-Roux in 2011, Neroli Portofino captures the cool breezes, sparkling clear waters, and lush foliage of the Italian Riviera. The fragrance opens with a vibrant, invigorating splash of crisp citrus notes including bergamot, lemon, and mandarin orange, spiked with aromatic rosemary and lavender. The heart blooms into a lush, clean bouquet of rich neroli and orange blossom. The base settles into a soft, smooth trail of amber and ambrette. It is the epitome of effortless Mediterranean summer luxury and timeless coastal elegance.
Parfums de Marly
Layton
Amber Floral · Unisex
Created by Hamid Merati-Kashani in 2016, Layton is one of the most universally acclaimed modern designer-niche crossover fragrances, known for its irresistible blend of freshness, spice, and gourmand depth. The scent opens with a crisp, juicy burst of tart apple, lavender, and mandarin orange. The aromatic heart introduces floral notes of geranium and violet. The rich, addictive dry-down melts into a decadent base of vanilla, precious cardamom, sandalwood, and warm pepper, making it a crowd-pleasing masterpiece.
Parfums de Marly
Pegasus
Amber Fougere · Men
Composed by Hamid Merati-Kashani in 2011, Pegasus is a metallic-powdery fougere fragrance that offers a distinct, aristocratic aura. The fragrance opens with a unique, powdery-sweet blend of heliotrope, spicy cumin, and bergamot. The heart introduces a prominent, smooth bitter almond note laced with clean lavender and jasmine. The luxurious dry-down wraps the composition in creamy vanilla, sandalwood, and warm amber. It is an exceptionally smooth, metallic, and almond-forward creation that stands out in any collection.