Les Souveraines d'Egypte by Roméa d'Améor | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Les Souveraines d'Egypte smell like?
Les Souveraines d'Egypte opens with a distinct contrast between tropical sweetness and sharp spice. The first spray is a burst of melon, lychee, and tart passion fruit, immediately grounded by the med...
Enthusiasts frequently note the fragrance's exceptional longevity, often surviving on skin through an entire day and remaining on clothing for much longer.
The scent is widely categorized as a "modern vintage," with many comparing its powdery, resinous structure to the classic perfumery style of the mid-20th century rather than contemporary fruit-chypres.
While the fruit notes are prominent, the community consensus is that this is primarily a cool-weather scent, with most users preferring it for fall and winter evenings.
There is a notable divide regarding the clove note; some find it a necessary sophisticated counterpoint to the melon, while others find it the most challenging part of the composition.
Many collectors seek this out specifically for the work of Pierre Bourdon, noting his signature ability to blend complex fruity notes with dense, powdery foundations.
