Tanagra by Maison Violet
Men Women 2018
Description
Tanagra by Maison Violet is an olfactory fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2018, this scent was created by perfumer Nathalie Lorson. The top notes are tangerine, pear, and freesia; the heart notes are iris, peony, and jasmine; and the base notes are musk, vetiver, and cedar.
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In the collection
Leading answer I want it
847 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
334 votes
Season
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306 votes
Time of day
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160 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Tanagra
Tanagra by Maison Violet is an olfactory fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2018, this scent was created by perfumer Nathalie Lorson. The top notes are tangerine, pear, and freesia; the heart notes are iris, peony, and jasmine; and the base notes are musk, vetiver, and cedar.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
119 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
134 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
140 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
91 votes
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Community reviews
4 reviews
Share what you noticed: opening, drydown, sillage and the moments when it works for you.
I absolutely love Nathalie Lorson’s work at Maison Violet, especially the latest Compliment. It’s a white floral that I never get tired of wearing. Tanagra is something else entirely, yet equally fascinating: it follows classic codes while projecting a sense of formality. It’s an opaque floral featuring notes of dried raspberry, a cold and woody iris—think ‘bow-tie iris.’ I agree with Myosotis: it smells like the wood of a church pew, perhaps an undisclosed resinous accord, or simply the magic of molecules turning cedar into a great cushion. All in all, it’s a serious perfume centered around cedar iris.
I adore Maison Violet, and this perfume caught my eye thanks to its pyramid and the evocative name. Tanagra was an ancient Greek city, and figurines from that era were also trendy during the Belle Époque. I expected something classic and austere, but with that modern touch from the house. Dry down is delicious: it starts sparkling, wet, with a citrus note that blends elegantly with the iris; it maintains that elegance and liveliness over time. But on my skin, it just doesn’t work. It begins with that citrus sparkle and liveliness, then turns into a very dry, woody iris with that distinct church pew wood scent, and I detect a hint of leather not listed in the pyramid but that I definitely feel. It doesn’t suit me; that dryness bothers me, and I don’t feel any freshness. I’d advise ordering a sample and testing it on your skin. It seems suitable for intermediate seasons, especially fresh, humid autumn days. Longevity is about six hours with a short sillage.
I absolutely love this blend—it’s special, pleasant, and very floral. I detect a fusion of peony, perhaps freesia, and iris. There’s also a fruity touch leaning toward citrus, though it’s not the dominant note. In my opinion, it shines best in colder months, but it’s also worthy of fresh spring days. I sense a sweet woody undertone with cedar and hints of vetiver. I believe part of its sweetness comes from the pear note. It’s a beautiful, expertly crafted blend. The longevity is quite impressive, and the trail is noticeable. Every time I wear it, I find myself constantly smelling my arm, even without realizing it, just to enjoy it up close. This perfume has truly won me over.
I absolutely love this blend—it’s special, pleasant, and very floral. I detect a fusion of peony, maybe freesia, and iris. There’s also a fruity touch leaning towards citrus, though it’s not the strongest note. In my opinion, it shines more in colder months, but it’s also perfect for fresh spring days. I notice a sweet woody undertone with cedar and hints of vetiver. I believe part of its sweetness comes from the pear note. It’s a beautiful, well-executed blend. The longevity is quite impressive, and the trail is noticeable. Every time I wear it, I find myself sniffing my arm, even without realizing it, just to enjoy it up close. This perfume has truly won me over.