Eau de Gloire

Eau de Gloire by Parfum d'Empire is a refined, aromatic fougère with a strong Mediterranean botanical character. It opens with bright, crisp citrus notes—bergamot, neroli, and tangerine—blended with herbal elements like lavender, rosemary, and myrtle, creating a cool, fresh, and slightly powdery profile reminiscent of a gentleman's apothecary or a coastal maquis. The heart reveals a unique blend of spicy, green herbal notes—immortelle, star anise, licorice—giving it a complex, earthy depth. The dry-down reveals soft leather, tobacco, and a resinous base of olibanum and labdanum, creating a warm, slightly smoky, and subtly sweet closure. It is distinctly unisex, with a masculine-leaning quality due to its herbal and leathery components, but its sophistication and elegance make it accessible to anyone seeking a more introspective, natural-smelling fragrance. Performance is moderate with a clean, linear evolution—lasting several hours without being overpowering and projecting moderately, making it ideal for daytime wear in spring and summer. It evokes a vintage elegance, similar to an old-world cologne, with a contemplative, quietly immersive character that feels both elegant and grounded.