Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle En Passant

En Passant by Frédéric Malle is a delicate Floral Green fragrance for women, launched in 2000. Created by perfumer Olivia Giacobetti, this fragrance was inspired by the fleeting moment of a perfect spring day, capturing the pure beauty of nature in bloom. The title "En Passant", which translates to "passing through" in French, encapsulates the ethereal experience of a brief, yet unforgettable, encounter with the scent of flowers in the air.

Inspired by a tranquil Parisian morning in May, En Passant opens with refreshing and green notes of Watery Notes, Cucumber, Galbanum, and Basil, accompanied by a subtle touch of Calamus, Banana, and Orange. This creates a clean, almost translucent aura that evokes the feel of a spring breeze gently moving through a garden.

The fragrance’s heart reveals the beauty of Lilac, the star of the composition, a flower known for its subtle fragrance that is rarely captured in perfumes. Olivia Giacobetti masterfully recreates this flower's delicate, sun-kissed aroma, blending it with the soft and floral notes of Lily of the Valley, Jasmine, Petitgrain, and Rose. There’s a sense of tenderness, enhanced by the honeyed touch of Carnation and the slight freshness of Broom.

As the fragrance settles, En Passant deepens with a base of soft Wheat, warm Musk, and creamy Amber, evoking a sense of coziness and warmth. A final trace of Sandalwood and Cedar lends a grounding, woody undertone, while Vanilla adds a hint of sweetness to the finish.

En Passant is the embodiment of a quiet, fleeting moment of serenity in a spring garden, capturing the purity and simplicity of nature's beauty.

Fragrance Notes:

Top Notes: Watery Notes, Cucumber, Galbanum, Basil, Calamus, Banana, Orange

Middle Notes: Lilac, Lily of the Valley, Jasmine, Petitgrain, Honey, Carnation, Rose, Broom

Base Notes: Wheat, Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, Cedar, Vanilla