Salome

Salome feels like velvet curtains slowly opening inside a forgotten theatre where perfume, flowers, powder, skin and warm resins merge into a timeless atmosphere. Papillon Artisan Perfumes presents not a modern safe fragrance but a bold artistic creation that revives the grandeur of classical perfumery.

The inspiration comes from Salome, the legendary biblical figure who fascinated artists, writers and composers for centuries. Not as a literal interpretation of seduction but as a symbol of beauty, power, mystery and complexity. That layered personality forms the heart of this composition.

The opening unfolds immediately rich and floral. Rose and jasmine create classical elegance reminiscent of the great perfumes of the past. Yet Salome never feels old fashioned. The flowers are constantly supported by warm resins and subtle animalic nuances that give the fragrance remarkable depth.

As the fragrance develops, carnation, orris root and beeswax create a fascinating interplay. Carnation adds gentle spicy tension while orris root introduces powdery refinement. Beeswax creates a warm golden glow that drapes itself across the composition.

Gradually the animalic heart of Salome emerges. Civet, castoreum and hyraceum are present but handled with exceptional refinement. They bring warmth, texture and skin like sensuality without ever overwhelming the composition.

The base of oakmoss, sandalwood and labdanum provides deep classical structure and elegant longevity. As a result, Salome feels both historical and surprisingly modern.

The result is one of the most remarkable animalic niche fragrances in contemporary perfumery.

Perfumer

Liz Moores.

Fragrance Family

Animalic Floral Oriental

Official Notes

Bergamot
Rose
Jasmine
Orange Blossom
Carnation
Orris Root
Beeswax
Civet
Castoreum
Hyraceum
Oakmoss
Labdanum
Sandalwood
Styrax

Note Description

Bergamot opens with soft brightness before rose, jasmine and orange blossom unfold into a rich floral structure. Carnation brings spicy elegance while orris root adds powdery sophistication. Beeswax creates warm honeyed radiance. Civet, castoreum and hyraceum contribute refined animalic depth. Oakmoss, labdanum, sandalwood and styrax ultimately form a rich balsamic foundation.

What makes Salome so special?

Where many modern fragrances pursue simplicity and safety, Salome embraces complexity and character. The combination of classical florals, animalic nuances and precious resins creates a fragrance that continuously reveals new dimensions.

This results in a niche perfume that translates the atmosphere of vintage haute perfumery into a contemporary artistic creation.

What does the ParfuMaria team think of this fragrance?

For us, Salome is one of Liz Moores' masterpieces. Rich, challenging and extraordinarily refined. A fragrance for lovers of classical perfumery who seek depth, texture and emotion. Not easy, but unforgettable.