by Guerlain
Mon Guerlain presents a soft, elegant, and warmly feminine scent centered around a harmony of lavender and vanilla. The opening features a crisp, slightly herbal lavender note blended with bergamot, creating a fresh and uplifting introduction that avoids being overly clinical. This transitions into a creamy, powdery, and comfortingly sweet vanilla base that is balanced by subtle woody notes from sandalwood and the balsamic depth of benzoin and coumarin. While the lavender is distinct in the initial stages, it doesn't dominate the drydown, instead acting as an aromatic bridge that enhances the vanilla without making it cloying. The composition is smooth, well-blended, and feels intimate and approachable, making it ideal for everyday wear and comfortable during both daytime and evening settings, particularly in autumn and winter. Though some find its appeal familiar or even generic, many describe it as a deeply comforting, characterful perfumer's signature scent that evokes warmth, elegance, and a sense of serene confidence.