Red Lily
A floral note derived from lily blossoms. Its rich, sweet floralcy with a hint of spice adds opulence and depth to fragrances.
Floral
About Red Lily
Red Lily is a perfumery note inspired by the scent character of lily blossoms. It may be presented as a natural floral extract (such as an absolute or headspace-derived accord) or as a synthetic recreation designed to evoke the flower's rich facets.
Scent Profile
The aroma often suggests a **rich** and sweet floralcy with creamy, honeyed facets. A soft green freshness can sit at the edges, while faint spicy or powdery undertones add nuance. In some formulations a subtle animalic or warm depth is used to round the heart of a composition.
Use in Perfumery
Red Lily commonly appears in the heart (middle) of fragrances, where it provides a floral core for bouquets, oriental florals, and ambery accords. It blends well with rose and jasmine to enhance a classic floral character, and pairs with woods, resins or musks when perfumers want additional warmth and longevity.
Did You Know?
Lily varieties differ widely in how strongly they smell, which is why perfumers sometimes prefer extracts or synthetics to ensure a consistent effect. The familiar heady scent of cut lilies has long influenced floral interpretations in fragrance design.