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Guerlain

Eau Imperiale

1860 · For women · Citrus & Fresh

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Accord profile

citrus34%aromatic18%fresh spicy18%fresh15%woody14%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Eau Imperiale by Guerlain, launched in 1860, is a citrus aromatic composition that opens with a bright, effervescent burst of citruses: lemon verbena, neroli, bergamot, lemon, and orange. This sparkling overture is the heart of the fragrance, as there are no listed heart notes; instead, the citrus accord transitions directly to a base of rosemary, cedar, and tonka bean. The result is a clean, aromatic drydown with a subtle woody warmth and a hint of sweet tonka, grounded by the herbal freshness of rosemary.

Collectors of vintage Guerlain will appreciate Eau Imperiale as a historical piece—one of the house's earliest surviving compositions. Its straightforward, uncluttered structure makes it a timeless choice for those who favor classic colognes. It suits women (and men) who enjoy fresh, citrus-forward scents with an aromatic twist. Ideal for warm weather, daytime wear, or whenever a revitalizing lift is needed. This is not a complex, heavy perfume but a refined, elegant eau de cologne that embodies the spirit of 19th-century fragrance craftsmanship.

中文簡介

Guerlain 於 1860 年推出的 Eau Imperiale,屬柑橘芳香調。前調以檸檬馬鞭草、橙花、佛手柑、檸檬、橙等柑橘為主,綻放明亮活潑的氣息;因無中調,柑橘直接過渡至由迷迭香、雪松、零陵香豆組成的基調,帶來潔淨的草本木質餘韻,並帶有零陵香豆的微甜暖意。整體結構簡潔,是古龍水的經典代表。

此香氣適合喜愛清新柑橘調的女性(及男性),尤其適合暖天、日間或需要提振精神時使用。對古董香水收藏家而言,Eau Imperiale 是 Guerlain 早期歷史的見證,值得珍藏。

Reference data

HouseGuerlain
NameEau Imperiale
Launched1860
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyCitrus & Fresh
Notes recorded9
Accords5

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