Citrusy
Green
Top Notesbergamotcedratlemonnerolipetitgrain
Heartcypresshoneysucklesandalwoodvetiver
Base Notesbenzoinpatchouliwhite musk
Style
unisex
Perfumer: Mylène Alran
Leon is a light (10% concentration) carefree blend of Mediterranean citruses in the soft embrace of sandalwood.
At first spritz the perfume explodes with bursts of sweet cedrat and delicious bergamot, then it calms down somewhat into green neroli and fresh honeysuckle accord with soft sandalwood in the background.
Marie Jeanne is an atelier perfume house from Grasse, founded by a young perfumer from a family connected to Robertet for several generations.
Robertet is a bit like De Beers of the fine natural perfume materials - matières premières, for decades they have been dealing with the finest, purest and most precious stuff a perfumer can dream of.
In Leon’s formula you admire the exceptional quality and fineness of sandalwood from India, neroli from Tunisia, bergamot and cedrat from Italy among other exquisite materials.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
Léon suits an unhurried morning with the windows open, when the air carries the scent of flowering vines. Its bright citron gives a lively first impression, while honeysuckle and soft woods keep the mood gentle and the presence understated.
How to wear
Its light citrus-floral profile lends itself to spring and warm weather. Start with one or two sprays on adult skin for a restrained effect: citron and bergamot lead, then the floral heart settles against soft sandalwood and musk. Avoid overapplying simply to prolong the brighter opening.
Who it’s for
For those who prefer tender citrus florals to sharp colognes or rich, sweet bouquets. Léon appeals to a taste for green neroli, airy honeysuckle and softly cushioned woods, with brightness that never needs to feel austere.
Release year
2018–2020
The nose
Mylène Alran. Her composition for Léon balances vivid citrus with a delicate floral heart and softly rounded woods. Honeysuckle and neroli provide the transition from sparkling citron and bergamot to sandalwood and white musks.
Collaborators
Georges Maubert shaped the family-inspired concept behind Léon. In a contemporary interview, he described developing a honeysuckle fragrance to celebrate the arrival of his brother Julien’s son, Léon, linking the project to a new generation of the family.
Marie Jeanne’s story
Founded in Grasse by Georges Maubert, Marie Jeanne draws on a multigenerational family connection to Robertet. The house puts raw materials at the centre of restrained compositions, emphasizing ingredient traceability and responsible sourcing. Its green laboratory-style bottles and pared-back packaging reflect that material-first approach.
Leon’s concept
Léon’s origins lie in a family celebration: Georges Maubert described a honeysuckle fragrance being developed following the birth of his nephew Léon. The finished scent carries that tender imagery through orange blossom, soft woods and musk, and belongs to the Héritage Collection, which explores childhood, gardens and family memories.
Extra info
The brand presents Léon as Parfum Enfant, while describing its appeal to adults as well. The official age guidance specifies children older than three; the formula contains alcohol. Its cédrat note is citron, not cedar, paired with Italian bergamot, Tunisian neroli and Indian sandalwood.
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Le Bigaradier and its fragrant gifts
Top Notesbergamotcedratlemonnerolipetitgrain
Heartcypresshoneysucklesandalwoodvetiver
Base Notesbenzoinpatchouliwhite musk
Style
unisex
Perfumer: Mylène Alran
Leon is a light (10% concentration) carefree blend of Mediterranean citruses in the soft embrace of sandalwood.
At first spritz the perfume explodes with bursts of sweet cedrat and delicious bergamot, then it calms down somewhat into green neroli and fresh honeysuckle accord with soft sandalwood in the background.
Marie Jeanne is an atelier perfume house from Grasse, founded by a young perfumer from a family connected to Robertet for several generations.
Robertet is a bit like De Beers of the fine natural perfume materials - matières premières, for decades they have been dealing with the finest, purest and most precious stuff a perfumer can dream of.
In Leon’s formula you admire the exceptional quality and fineness of sandalwood from India, neroli from Tunisia, bergamot and cedrat from Italy among other exquisite materials.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
Léon suits an unhurried morning with the windows open, when the air carries the scent of flowering vines. Its bright citron gives a lively first impression, while honeysuckle and soft woods keep the mood gentle and the presence understated.
How to wear
Its light citrus-floral profile lends itself to spring and warm weather. Start with one or two sprays on adult skin for a restrained effect: citron and bergamot lead, then the floral heart settles against soft sandalwood and musk. Avoid overapplying simply to prolong the brighter opening.
Who it’s for
For those who prefer tender citrus florals to sharp colognes or rich, sweet bouquets. Léon appeals to a taste for green neroli, airy honeysuckle and softly cushioned woods, with brightness that never needs to feel austere.
Release year
2018–2020
The nose
Mylène Alran. Her composition for Léon balances vivid citrus with a delicate floral heart and softly rounded woods. Honeysuckle and neroli provide the transition from sparkling citron and bergamot to sandalwood and white musks.
Collaborators
Georges Maubert shaped the family-inspired concept behind Léon. In a contemporary interview, he described developing a honeysuckle fragrance to celebrate the arrival of his brother Julien’s son, Léon, linking the project to a new generation of the family.
Marie Jeanne’s story
Founded in Grasse by Georges Maubert, Marie Jeanne draws on a multigenerational family connection to Robertet. The house puts raw materials at the centre of restrained compositions, emphasizing ingredient traceability and responsible sourcing. Its green laboratory-style bottles and pared-back packaging reflect that material-first approach.
Leon’s concept
Léon’s origins lie in a family celebration: Georges Maubert described a honeysuckle fragrance being developed following the birth of his nephew Léon. The finished scent carries that tender imagery through orange blossom, soft woods and musk, and belongs to the Héritage Collection, which explores childhood, gardens and family memories.
Extra info
The brand presents Léon as Parfum Enfant, while describing its appeal to adults as well. The official age guidance specifies children older than three; the formula contains alcohol. Its cédrat note is citron, not cedar, paired with Italian bergamot, Tunisian neroli and Indian sandalwood.
Featured in edits and sample packs
Le Bigaradier and its fragrant gifts