Article: The 5 best winter fragrances according to Alberto Morillas
The 5 best winter fragrances according to Alberto Morillas
When the air turns dry and cold, fragrance behaves differently on the skin: fresh notes fade faster, while deeper materials (woods, resins, amber, leather) come into their own. Master perfumer Alberto Morillas has selected five Mizensir creations to see you through the season, from evenings by the fire to days on the slopes of Megève. They are ranked from the easiest to wear to the most demanding.
1. Sweet Praline: everyday indulgence
A gourmand, but born of precise research: evoking all the indulgence of a praline without using a single one. Alberto conceived it as a temptation.
“It is sweetness incarnate, a desire to bite into the skin.” — Alberto Morillas
Alberto's advice: the ideal gourmand for winter days. Easy to wear, it stays with you from morning to night without ever overdoing it, with just the right touch of sensuality to beguile.
On her: raspberry and jasmine come forward, for a tender, sparkling effect.
On him: incense and papyrus take over. A drier, lightly smoky gourmand, where you least expect it.
2. Ambre Magique: luminous amber
Did you know that ambergris was long considered an aphrodisiac? For Alberto, it is also the quintessential winter note. Ambre Magique reveals itself less in the bottle than on the skin, where it grows rounder over the hours.
“It is a warm and intense fragrance, comforting and reassuring, that comes alive with the warmth of the skin.” — Alberto Morillas
Alberto's advice: for those who love fragrances with presence that never feel heavy. An everyday companion when temperatures drop, under a cashmere roll-neck or for an evening by the fire.
On her: orange blossom and vanilla unfold. A sunny, sensual amber.
On him: benzoin and Dreamwood® take the lead. Drier, with a hushed elegance.
3. Palissandre Night: a fragrance for night owls
Alberto sees it as the fragrance of long winter evenings, when the city falls asleep. What he loves about it: people notice it, and turn as you pass.
“It is the richness of woods, an enveloping fragrance that evokes the night. I love this sandalwood, which leaves a mystical and irresistible trail.” — Alberto Morillas
Alberto's advice: for those who love bold woody scents and don't mind being noticed. To wear in the evening: a dinner, a night out, an evening that lasts until dawn.
On her: an unexpected choice, magnetic and self-assured.
On him: guaiac wood and patchouli draw a dark, charismatic allure.
4. Incensum: the fervour of incense
A radical fragrance, and Alberto owns it: Incensum does not seek consensus. It is a fragrance you have to earn.
“It reminds me of the processions in Seville and the swirling smoke of the censers. I wanted it intense and raw, reserved for lovers of smoky woods. I love its leathery side at the end of the day.” — Alberto Morillas
Alberto's advice: for connoisseurs with a trained nose who love uncompromising fragrances. Best kept for quiet days, a moment of reading or contemplation, giving the scent time to evolve on the skin.
On her: a bold, mysterious signature, an unexpected incense that stands out with elegance.
On him: myrrh and Woodleather® take centre stage. A dark signature of great restraint.
5. Chiffre Royal: the connoisseur's extrait
The centrepiece of this top 5: an extrait de parfum concentrated at 32%, which Alberto does not recommend to everyone.
“One of my latest creations. An evocation of lacquered wood: luxurious, intense and captivating. Not to be placed in just anyone's hands.” — Alberto Morillas
Alberto's advice: for lovers of oud and precious woods looking for a fragrance that leaves a lasting impression. For special occasions, used sparingly: one or two sprays are enough.
On her: Damask rose comes to the fore. A proud oud, with sovereign femininity.
On him: oud and patchouli dominate. A fragrance of presence, evoking all the luxury of this most mysterious material.
Discover them all
Can't decide? The easiest way is to try them on your own skin, at home, as winter goes by.
- Discovery set 5 × 2 ml: build it with the five fragrances from this top 5.
- Discovery set 3 × 2 ml: to choose between your three favourites.
- Collector's set 20 × 2 ml: twenty fragrances of your choice to explore the whole world of Alberto Morillas.
The full selection is also available in our boutiques in Geneva and Megève.
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