The roots of the iris plant are peeled by hand, washed, air-dried, and ultimately, after a long period of storage, distilled. It takes over six years to produce the absolute, which makes iris one of the most precious raw materials in perfumery. Its delicate and powdery fragrance evokes nuances of violet, mimosa, and carrot with buttery and woody accents.

Here, the perfumer Marie Hugentobler chooses an exceptional natural iris from the dry valley of the Atlas.

In Iris Ebène, she creates a contrasted composition where the iris reveals its dark and sensual side, blended with woods, balsams, and musks.

A gentle and textured leather slowly unfolds, leaving an addictive trail, as comfortable as a cashmere sweater.

"An interpretation of a black iris. Usually delicate and powdery, the flower is revealed here as dark, powerful, and carnal." — Véronique le Bihan, founder of Atelier Materi

Notes: red mandarin, petitgrain mandarin, allspice, peppercorn, iris, suede, balsam of Peru, sandalwood, leather musk

Perfumer: Marie Hugentobler