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The Scents of VersaillesDorin and the Palace of VersaillesA historic perfume house in Paris
The French consider perfume part of their cultural heritage, almost on a par with the Eiffel Tower. Paris has perfumers’ academies, popular books on the art of perfume and even a museum in Versailles, the Osmothèque, devoted to preserving historically significant fragrances.
HistoryAfter 230 long years, Dorin finally returned to the Palace of Versailles.Master perfumers since 1780
Master perfumers, whether from Paris, New York, Moscow or Tokyo, say that exceptional perfumes can change our physical and emotional state. Fragrances release scents that act like pheromones, stimulating our olfactory nerve and the areas of the brain that govern our emotions and memories.
For a growing wave of master perfumers in Paris and beauty enthusiasts, perfume is neither cosmetic nor seductive: it is fine art, an abstract and deeply evocative play on the sense of smell that can recall specific places, moments or personalities.
NewsLily-of-the-valley, a sacred perfume ingredient since the dawn of time.Maison Dorin Paris, a reference in Parisian haute parfumerie
King Louis XVI’s blush, Marie-Antoinette’s compact powder, the iconic perfume “La Dorine” created in tribute to Mademoiselle Montansier and, more recently, Audrey Hepburn’s lipstick are all creations of Maison Dorin Paris. Dorin haute parfumerie is made of timeless, prestigious fragrances, crafted from exceptional ingredients by passionate master perfumers. Each creation tells an exclusive story.
In Chatou, a few kilometres from Paris, the Dorin “noses” created a range of five olfactory sensations, each telling a different chapter of the house’s history, in perfume and scented candle. The collection goes back to the late 18th century, when the house was officially appointed supplier of face powders and foundations to the royal court.
The Musée DorinA collection of archives, beauty products and perfumes from across the ages.Perfume collections made in France
As you would expect from a great Parisian perfume house, all our collections are made in France from high-quality natural materials, reflecting our craftsmanship, authenticity and rigorous quality control. Our perfumes come in beautiful, prestigious objects, perfect gifts for others or for yourself. Discover our rare niche perfumes, the Scents of Versailles collection, or browse all the collections of our online store.