Jeanne Lanvin Lanvin 2008

Jeanne is not just a perfume for me, but a fragrance that will forever remind me of a certain time in my life when it not only accompanied me but also guided me. For my doctoral work at the time, I was at a clinic in a new city and just imagining the upcoming demands of this job gave me heart palpitations and stomach aches for weeks beforehand. Somehow, during the preparation period, I instinctively sought out a new scent that would accompany me into this uncertain future, give me confidence, support, and sustain me. I know it sounds more like I was looking for a psychologist than a perfume, but I also know that I'm sure there are some like-minded people here who understand. Because to me, Jeanne was just that; like a big sister, a mentor, supportive on my first day of work and also to the big challenges. When I sprayed it on, I always felt calm and confident. I find this composition of fresh, early summer berries (I definitely smell raspberry the most intense) with lemon glaze, the light woods and and the delicate florals just makes you happy and exudes a fresh, happy dynamic. But not a loud, over-excited, "Tchaka-Tchaka, you can do it cowboy", but this deep relaxed, confident inner contentment. The scent was also very present for me throughout the day, so besides the pretty bottle, I would absolutely praise the durability and sillage.