Lubin is one of the oldest French perfume houses, founded in seventeen ninety eight in Paris. Once favoured by Empress Josephine, Pauline Bonaparte and the royal courts of Europe, Lubin is today an independent niche brand producing its fragrances exclusively in France. The perfumes blend classic Parisian elegance with a modern twist, ranging from sparkling citrus florals to velvety woods, ambers and refined chypre inspired creations.
ParfuMaria is an official retailer and sells only one hundred percent original Lubin products in original packaging.
Soon after the French Revolution, Pierre Francois Lubin founded his perfume house in Paris and supplied scented ribbons, powders and early perfumes to the fashionable Incroyables and Merveilleuses. His creations quickly won the favour of the Imperial court, and Lubin scents were worn by Empress Josephine, Pauline Bonaparte and later by European royalty in England and Russia. After a period of decline, the house was revived in the early two thousands by Gilles Thevenin, who brought production back to France and carefully rebuilt Lubin as a refined French niche perfume house with a strong heritage.
The signature of the house
The Lubin signature blends historical French perfumery with contemporary niche style. Many fragrances are inspired by emblematic women, travel stories and mythical places, using notes such as citrus, iris, rose, jasmine, resins, amber and precious woods. The compositions feel elegant, polished and often slightly nostalgic, yet airy enough for modern everyday wear. Lubin perfumes are produced in France in relatively small quantities and appeal to fragrance lovers who appreciate classic French luxury, refined sillage and perfumes with a clear link to real perfume history.
Perfumers and collections
Lubin works with established perfumers and organises its range into collections such as Classique, Evocations, Talismania, Aristia and Portraits de Femmes. Within these collections you find everything from fresh citrus aromatic styles to richer woody and amber compositions. Perfumers like Thomas Fontaine have signed fragrances including Gin Fizz and Grisette, where sparkling citrus and powdery iris, rose and musk create very Parisian elegance. The house is known as a semi artisanal French perfumery, with a strong focus on quality materials and traditional know how.
Popular perfumes
Among niche enthusiasts, Gin Fizz, Black Jade, Idole, Akkad, Korrigan, Grisette, Epidor and Upper Ten are often mentioned as highlights. Gin Fizz is a fresh, sparkling citrus and iris fragrance that evokes classic cocktail glamour, while Black Jade is a floral ambery spicy scent with cardamom, galbanum, rose, jasmine and a warm vanilla tonka amber base. Idole and Akkad explore resinous, spicy and oriental leaning accords, Korrigan plays with gourmand and woody facets, and Grisette offers a modern rose with soft incense, iris and musk. Together they show how broad the Lubin universe is, from daytime friendly citrus florals to deeper, sensual evening perfumes.
Why choose Lubin at ParfuMaria
ParfuMaria has selected Lubin for clients who love refined French perfumery with a genuine story. Lubin is ideal for those who are ready to move beyond mainstream designer scents and discover heritage fragrances with character and elegance. Thanks to our experience with classic houses we can guide you towards the Lubin perfumes that best match your taste, whether you enjoy citrus and iris, soft rose, floral amber, smooth vanilla or understated woody and resinous accords.
Certified retailer, only original products
ParfuMaria works exclusively with official distributors and brands. Every Lubin perfume you purchase from us is one hundred percent authentic and arrives in the genuine Lubin packaging. This guarantees that you receive the true composition, the correct concentration and the carefully crafted French presentation that belongs to this historic house.
Why niche perfumes are often not divided by gender
Even though some Lubin creations are historically associated with women or men, many of them work beautifully as unisex perfumes today. The balance of citrus, florals, woods and amber means the fragrances adapt naturally to the wearer’s skin and style. In niche perfumery the focus lies more on mood and identity than on strict gender labels, so we encourage clients to select the Lubin fragrance that resonates with their personal taste and story.
What our ParfuMaria team thinks of this brand
Our ParfuMaria team sees Lubin as a house full of quiet sophistication and depth. The perfumes feel carefully built, with smooth transitions from top to heart to base and a gentle but present aura on the skin. We especially appreciate how Lubin connects imperial courts, Parisian elegance and modern niche craftsmanship in one coherent collection. For customers who are drawn to French niche perfumes with history, grace and a touch of royal charm, Lubin is a brand we recommend with confidence.
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Service information
✔ Personal fragrance advice in store and via our customer service
✔ Private Shopping by appointment with generous time and attention
✔ Sample service with a wide selection of niche brands
✔ Fast shipping and careful packing of all orders
✔ Always complimentary samples with every purchase while stocks last