Woody
Notescuminheliotropelilymuskorris (iris root)paperpowdery nuance
Tags
#fresh
#powdery
Style
for her
A dusting of powder on flushed skin, the sensual luxury of silk stockings, and the raw power of female desire confessed in “secret diaries” — the title of this beyond-intimate perfume. This is a whispered symphony of carnality, a hushed rush of orris, musk and heliotrope spiked with cumin-peppered lily. Inspired by the erotic writings of Anaïs Nin during her Paris years in the 1930s and ‘40s.
Perfumer
Caren Roberts
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
The intimate register of getting dressed slowly before meeting someone already familiar: powder on skin, silk drawn into place, conversation kept close. Orris and heliotrope lend composure, while cumin gives that polished surface a quietly physical warmth.
How to wear
Try it in mild or cool weather, when the powdery orris and warm cumin can sit comfortably together. Begin with one or two sprays on the torso or inner arms for an intimate effect; in warmer conditions, apply lightly and let the skin-like spice settle before adding more.
Who it’s for
For lovers of cosmetic powder, orris and nostalgic perfumery who welcome a little bodily warmth beneath the polish. It will especially appeal to those who prefer their florals musky and subtly spiced rather than sugary or overtly sparkling.
Release year
2024
The nose
Caren Roberts.
Collaborators
Founder and creative director Cherry Cheng shaped the literary concept, drawing on Anaïs Nin’s diaries to establish a world of intimate writing, sensual fabrics and cosmetic powder. Her creative direction connected nostalgic orris with the spicy warmth of flushed skin.
Jouissance’s story
Jouissance draws on women’s writing, creativity and erotic imagination, treating perfume as an artistic medium rather than simply an adornment. Its compositions explore the friction between beauty and discomfort, pairing classical references with provocative textures. Books, salons and artistic commissions extend that literary sensibility beyond fragrance.
Les Cahiers Secrets (Secret Diaries)’s concept
Les Cahiers Secrets belongs to Jouissance’s debut collection, The Collected Works. Inspired by Anaïs Nin’s diaries and her life in 1930s Paris, it translates private writing, female friendships and sensual everyday luxuries into scent. Orris and pressed powder establish its nostalgic atmosphere, while cumin brings the composition closer to warm skin.
Extra info
The title translates as “Secret Diaries.” The “1931” associated with the fragrance refers to its literary setting, not its release year. A limited artist edition featured commissioned artwork by Katrien De Blauwer.
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Notescuminheliotropelilymuskorris (iris root)paperpowdery nuance
Tags
#fresh
#powdery
Style
for her
A dusting of powder on flushed skin, the sensual luxury of silk stockings, and the raw power of female desire confessed in “secret diaries” — the title of this beyond-intimate perfume. This is a whispered symphony of carnality, a hushed rush of orris, musk and heliotrope spiked with cumin-peppered lily. Inspired by the erotic writings of Anaïs Nin during her Paris years in the 1930s and ‘40s.
Perfumer
Caren Roberts
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
The intimate register of getting dressed slowly before meeting someone already familiar: powder on skin, silk drawn into place, conversation kept close. Orris and heliotrope lend composure, while cumin gives that polished surface a quietly physical warmth.
How to wear
Try it in mild or cool weather, when the powdery orris and warm cumin can sit comfortably together. Begin with one or two sprays on the torso or inner arms for an intimate effect; in warmer conditions, apply lightly and let the skin-like spice settle before adding more.
Who it’s for
For lovers of cosmetic powder, orris and nostalgic perfumery who welcome a little bodily warmth beneath the polish. It will especially appeal to those who prefer their florals musky and subtly spiced rather than sugary or overtly sparkling.
Release year
2024
The nose
Caren Roberts.
Collaborators
Founder and creative director Cherry Cheng shaped the literary concept, drawing on Anaïs Nin’s diaries to establish a world of intimate writing, sensual fabrics and cosmetic powder. Her creative direction connected nostalgic orris with the spicy warmth of flushed skin.
Jouissance’s story
Jouissance draws on women’s writing, creativity and erotic imagination, treating perfume as an artistic medium rather than simply an adornment. Its compositions explore the friction between beauty and discomfort, pairing classical references with provocative textures. Books, salons and artistic commissions extend that literary sensibility beyond fragrance.
Les Cahiers Secrets (Secret Diaries)’s concept
Les Cahiers Secrets belongs to Jouissance’s debut collection, The Collected Works. Inspired by Anaïs Nin’s diaries and her life in 1930s Paris, it translates private writing, female friendships and sensual everyday luxuries into scent. Orris and pressed powder establish its nostalgic atmosphere, while cumin brings the composition closer to warm skin.
Extra info
The title translates as “Secret Diaries.” The “1931” associated with the fragrance refers to its literary setting, not its release year. A limited artist edition featured commissioned artwork by Katrien De Blauwer.
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Powdery & IrisSoft Skin Scents