Hameau de la Reine

Hameau de la Reine is a highly vegetal, green fragrance that evokes a realistic garden at Versailles, with prominent tomato leaf, black currant leaf, and fig leaf notes providing an intense, fresh start. The scent develops into a clean, slightly masculine aroma with galbanum, geranium, and a subtle floral-herbal middle note that includes peony and rose. The drydown reveals a soft yet persistent base of honey, patchouli, vetiver, musk, and white wood, bringing a subtle earthy sweetness and longevity not quite as strong as expected. Its refinement and longevity are modest, with personal chemistry playing a strong role—some find it transformative and unforgettable, while others perceive it as generic or distant in scent. The scent is best suited for spring and summer, offered as a clear unisex option that leans masculine in character, with a soft, clean, soap-like freshness reminiscent of herbal gardens. It is refreshing and distinctive, particularly noted for its tomato leaf top note—which is profiled in most positive reviews as remarkable in its realism and ability to draw attention and compliments.