Reminiscence gourmand perfume: the L'Innocence universe
L'Innocence is the tenderest and most indulgent part of the Reminiscence catalogue. The house presents it as a universe of comforting perfumes built with orange blossom, vanilla and almond, ingredients that evoke pastries and childhood memories. The three eau de parfum in the collection belong to the floral gourmand family and share a base of vanilla and tonka bean, although each interprets sweetness in a different way.
The three eau de parfum of L'Innocence
- Histoire d'Orgeat: revolves around almond, inspired by orgeat almond syrup. It opens with a vegetal touch of fig leaf, continues with heliotrope and almond and ends in vanilla, tonka bean and benzoin. It's the creamiest option, with a more pronounced balsamic base.
- Fleur de Délice: a luminous floral gourmand centred on orange blossom, worked through neroli. The opening is fresh, with bergamot, mint and rosemary; the heart blends neroli, petitgrain and jasmine, and vanilla, tonka bean and white musk give a soft, powdery trail.
- Macaron d'Amour: a white floral perfume that combines almond blossom and orange blossom with notes of candied almonds. Cardamom, petitgrain and mandarin bring a tangy opening, while vanilla, tonka bean and white musk in the base add warmth without becoming cloying.
How to choose your gourmand perfume
If you love almond and creamy aromas, Histoire d'Orgeat is the clearest choice. For those who prefer a lighter, fresher sweetness with floral prominence, Fleur de Délice is the most luminous of the three. Macaron d'Amour sits right in the middle: equal parts floral and sweet, easy to wear every day. All three are sold at IM Beauty in eau de parfum format.
How to wear and combine them
These are fragrances designed for everyday wear, pleasant both in spring and during the colder months, when their vanilla base becomes more enveloping. The brand encourages layering them: Fleur de Délice and Macaron d'Amour complement each other well, reinforcing the floral facet, while Histoire d'Orgeat over Dolce Riviera gains an airy, powdery nuance. To make them last longer, it's best to apply them to pulse points on well-hydrated skin.
