Garofano

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All about this fragrance

Vibe check

An unhurried afternoon spent arranging cut flowers, with snapped green stems on the table and carnation’s peppery scent close at hand. Garofano carries that cultivated, slightly formal mood into conversation: floral sweetness tempered by spice, with an unmistakably classical character.

How to wear

Try it in mild spring weather or on cooler autumn days, when its green opening and warm floral heart can sit comfortably together. Begin with one or two sprays on skin; allow the leafy freshness to settle before adding more, as the vanilla, heliotrope and musk bring a softer sweetness to the drydown.

Who it’s for

For lovers of carnation, spicy florals and classical perfumery who enjoy a little sweetness beneath green freshness. It suits tastes drawn to layered floral compositions and vintage character rather than minimalist florals or fruit-led sweetness.

Release year

1995, reissued 2013–2014

The nose

Lorenzo Villoresi created Garofano for his own Florentine house. His work draws on a deep interest in aromatic materials, bespoke perfumery and the scent traditions of the Middle East, often combining richly layered florals, spices and soft powdery textures. Known for fragrances such as Teint de Neige and Alamut, Villoresi brings a classical compositional sensibility to Garofano: carnation takes the lead within a detailed arrangement of green notes, companion flowers and warm spices.

Lorenzo Villoresi’s story

Lorenzo Villoresi approaches perfume as a personal, artisanal luxury rather than a seasonal fashion statement. Rooted in Florence, the house emphasizes in-house production, carefully chosen materials and timeless design, with a creative outlook shaped by nature, travel and aromatic traditions.

Garofano’s concept

Garofano imagines a luxuriant garden where carnation, rose, geranium and jasmine mingle with aromatic spices. Its concept rests on the contrast between leafy freshness and a richly textured floral heart. The fragrance later returned as part of the house’s Vintage Collection.

Extra info

Garofano means “carnation” in Italian, naming the flower at the center of the composition. The house also offers an EXTRA gift presentation with a silvery metal cap and label.