Keiko Mecheri Iris Pourpre
What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is bergamot and chrysanthemum. The heart brings aldehydes and egyptian jasmine. On the skin it settles into benzoin and oakmoss. Overall it smells iris and earthy.
- Came out
- 2009
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- fall
Iris Pourpre notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
About Keiko Mecheri Iris Pourpre
Iris Pourpre comes from Keiko Mecheri.
More from Keiko Mecheri
The house has 30 perfumes here, led by Iris d'Argent unisex, Isles Lointaines and Les Zazous unisex.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €45. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs less than Guerlain Vol De Nuit and Tom Ford Black Orchid.
Who will like Iris Pourpre
The strongest accord is iris (100%), followed by earthy and woody. You will probably like it if you enjoy iris and earthy smells and notes like aldehydes and benzoin. Less obvious notes include mandarin orange, iris and patchouli. Perfume fans rate it 3.96 out of 5.
Longevity on skin
It stays on skin for about 6 to 9 hours, so one spray in the morning can carry you through the day. It lasts longer than Guerlain Vol De Nuit and Yves Rocher Autour de Minuit unisex. Base notes like benzoin and oakmoss are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Iris Pourpre through the year
The best time of year to wear it is fall. It is less suited to spring. Ranked by season: fall, winter, summer and spring. If you need something for spring, Guerlain Vol De Nuit is a better fit.
Sillage and projection
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Guerlain Vol De Nuit and Dior Gris Dior.
If you like Iris Pourpre, try these
Similar picks to try: Guerlain Vol De Nuit (8 shared notes), Dior Gris Dior (7 shared notes), Yves Rocher Autour de Minuit unisex (11 shared notes) and Tom Ford Black Orchid (7 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Dior Gris Dior starts from €32.
Questions people ask
When did Iris Pourpre come out?
It came out in 2009.
Can I wear Iris Pourpre to work?
Yes, it suits daytime and the office well.
Can men wear it?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.