Violetta Penhaligon's 1976

Let me say this right away. I loooove violets. These little, seemingly delicate plants have a resilient, interconnected root system, withstand unfavorable weather conditions, require almost no care, and in the case of Viola Oderata, also smell wonderful.

However, there is a small anosmic problem on my part regarding the latter: I can hardly perceive the violet scent in my garden. The delicate flower must be almost placed in my nose or - even better - in my mouth. Even though it's a shame about the little blooms, I really enjoy eating them.

Delicious, aromatic, and spicy.

Exactly what I experience when savoring a violet flower is what I feel after spraying Violetta: violets, violets, and more violets. Green, slightly herbaceous, spicy, fresh, and floral.

For me, it is a wonderfully typical English Eau de Toilette. I can even forgive its short longevity.

If "Violetta" by Penhaligon’s is too green/fresh for you, I recommend Annick Goutal - Les Soliflores - "La Violette." This one is a bit sweeter. More like a candied violet. However, for me, it feels less authentic.