MISIA
Misia is a powdery, ambery floral that opens with a sparkling aldehydic and fruity litchi top, leading to a lush heart of Turkish and Grasse roses with raspberry and peach. The base is a velvety blend of violet, iris, orris, tonka bean, mimosa, benzoin, and vanilla, evoking the glamorous atmosphere of an opera dressing room. It wears close to the skin with a soft, elegant sillage, leaving a comforting, lipstick-like trail that feels both nostalgic and modern.
Perfumer: Olivier Polge
Scent
The opening is a sparkling burst of aldehydes and litchi, quickly giving way to a lush bouquet of roses and violet. Iris and orris provide a powdery, lipstick-like texture, while benzoin and tonka bean add a warm, sweet amber base. The overall effect is smooth, elegant, and slightly retro, like a vintage powder puff.
Season and wear
Based on its warm, powdery, and ambery character, this fragrance is inferred to be best suited for autumn and winter, when its cozy, enveloping nature can be fully appreciated. It may also work in early spring, when the floral notes can shine without being overwhelmed by heat.
Sillage and longevity
The sillage is moderate to soft, leaving a delicate, intimate trail rather than a loud projection. It is designed to be noticed up close, making it suitable for close encounters and professional settings. As an Eau de Parfum, this fragrance is expected to last approximately 4 to 6 hours on skin, though this can vary with skin type, environment, and application. On clothing, it may persist longer.
Perfumer and bottle
Released in 2015 as an Eau de Parfum. The perfumer is Olivier Polge. The selected 75 mL bottle follows the capacity used for earlier CHANEL images where an equivalent existed.
