An old formula with the mysterious name "Volkamaria" was the starting point for this voyage of discovery, where the story of a long forgotten flower is brought back to life. The plant "Volkameria Fragrans" borrowed its name from some compositions of large perfume houses around the turn of the century, but was soon forgotten; probably because the plant does not grow at our latitudes, but belongs in a tropical climate. To decipher the scent of the exotic Volkameria Fragrans, seeds were specially flown to Vienna and brought to bloom.

The composition is strongly based on the floral, powdery theme of the original formula and is one of the few fresh iris notes on the market today. You'll notice a hint of green mandarin in the top note, and a creamy, powdery hint of white chocolate in the heart.

calabrian bergamot, green mandarine, morrocan rose, iris de florence, iris de france, heliotrope, tonka

Pierre-Constantin Guéros

French perfumer Pierre-Constantin Guéros grew up in Paris, surrounded by the scents of leather, fur and polished wood in his father’s haute couture atelier. He discovered perfumery at ISIPCA and went on to build an international career, working in Munich, New York and Dubai before returning to Paris.

His travels have become part of his creative language. He is particularly drawn to texture, contrast and compositions with a strong presence, often bringing together materials that seem difficult to reconcile. His time in Dubai also deepened his understanding of Middle Eastern perfumery, with its emphasis on richness and lasting impact. Over the years, he has created fragrances for designer houses such as Carolina Herrera, Lanvin and Trussardi, as well as independent brands including Omanluxury and Hellenist. He has also created several of the best-known fragrances for L’Orchestre Parfum and WienerBlut. You can discover several of Pierre-Constantin Guéros’ creations in our collection here.