The 10 Greatest Scents for *Spring/Summer 2025

PERFUME MONOLITHS
*10 Fragrances That Hold Space for SS25

written MONICA DE LUNA

Perfume creates presence. Each scent marks a place, a body, a moment. For Spring/Summer 2025, LE MILEpresents ten fragrances. The selection focuses on construction and atmosphere.

The presentation follows a sculptural approach. Photographer Maciek Miloch captured the bottles within structures by Studio Cuze. The layout avoids interpretation. Each perfume is given space. Each scent is described as it appears. The selection includes established houses and independent creators. The focus remains on composition and persistence.

NISHANE – EGE

An impression built from fennel, violet leaf, and basil. The notes drift across air and settle without weight. EGE evokes clarity. It speaks through rhythm and breath, not story.

NEANDERTAL – LIGHT

A scent that opens on sharpness. Citrus, mineral, resin. The structure is deliberate, with each layer shaped by trace materials. There is no blur. LIGHT remains steady, with a dry and clean finish.

FILIPPO SORCINELLI – HAC DIES

Incense, myrrh, and dry stone. The air cools around the core. HAC DIES does not alter. The scent stays as it is first found.

AMOUAGE – PORTRAYAL WOMAN

Gardenia dominates the top. Below it: tobacco, vanilla, and quiet warmth. The scent is built with attention to density. PORTRAYAL WOMAN holds its line without variation.

LOEWE – UN PASEO POR MADRID

Green fig and peony open this structure. Cypress follows without rush. Each element holds space, unforced. UN PASEO POR MADRID moves in even intervals.

ORMAIE – PAPIER CARBONE

Rooted in iris and benzoin. Powdered tones meet a touch of wood. The air is dry. PAPIER CARBONE does not shift. It remains close, without expansion.

NASOMATTO – FANTOMAS

Synthetic edges. A note of rubber. A suggestion of candy. The finish is brief, but the structure is intact. FANTOMAS operates on impulse and exits without trace.

BOTTEGA VENETA – ALCHEMIE

Ambrette opens the composition. Metallic elements follow. Amber closes the arc. The balance remains internal. ALCHEMIE is constructed without noise.

COQUET – VAUDOU

Patchouli sets the tone. Smoked wood and spice arrive next. The base stays low. VAUDOU carries weight without disruption.

STORA SKUGGAN – MISTPOUFFER

MISTPOUFFER begins in stillness. Soft florals, earthy undertones, distant spice. The atmosphere is thick, but never opaque. There is movement, though the frame stays intact.

photographer MACIEK MILOCH
set designer NINA LEMM c/o Liganord
set design assistant KRISTIN JAKUBEK
Retouch NITTYGRITTY
ceramic artist (Bottega Veneta + Stora Skuggan) STUDIO CUZE

Spring/Summer Selection 2025

The 5 Greatest Scents for *Spring 2025

The Scent Edit
*5 Fragrances Defining Spring 2025

written MONICA DE LUNA

Spring 2025 ushers in a renaissance of fragrance, where heritage houses and avant-garde perfumers alike unveil compositions that capture the season's essence. From the dewy freshness of blooming gardens to the intimate warmth of sun-kissed skin, these five standout scents redefine luxury and olfactory artistry.​

Bottega Veneta
Alchemie

Nishane
Favonius

Bottega Veneta's "Alchemie" is a testament to the brand's commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. Under the creative direction of Matthieu Blazy, this fragrance marries Brazilian pink pepper with precious Somali myrrh, creating an opulent and exhilarating blend. The scent unfolds with a spicy warmth, reminiscent of sunlit Venetian palazzos, and settles into a resinous embrace that lingers on the skin. Housed in hand-blown Murano glass bottles, each piece is unique, resting on a Verde Saint Denis marble pedestal—a true objet d'art. ​

Originally an exclusive for Harrods, Nishane's "Favonius" is now available worldwide, offering a narrative steeped in Roman mythology. Named after the god of the west wind, this extrait de parfum (35% concentration) tells a tale of eternal love between Favonius and Flora. The fragrance opens with bergamot, pink pepper, and incense, leading to a heart of rose, geranium, cypriol, artemisia, and clary sage. The base is a rich tapestry of oud, cedarwood, Indonesian patchouli, and sandalwood, resulting in a scent that is both timeless and profoundly romantic. ​

Loewe
Prado

Creed
Eladaria

Part of LOEWE's "Un Paseo por Madrid" collection, Prado is a unisex fragrance that encapsulates the cultural essence of Madrid. This scent offers a unique blend of aromatic and fruity notes. The composition opens with the freshness of chamomile and clary sage, intertwined with the juicy sweetness of blackcurrant (cassis) and lychee. This harmonious blend creates an aromatic, woody, and ambery profile that is both refreshing and sophisticated. Prado serves as an olfactory tribute to the historic Paseo del Prado, inviting wearers on a sensory journey through one of Madrid's most iconic boulevards.

"Eladaria" by The House of Creed is a luminous ode to the classic rose, reimagined for the modern woman. Inspired by a paradisiacal garden at dawn, it opens with vibrant notes of mandarin and bergamot, accented by the subtle spice of pink pepper. The heart reveals a luxurious trio of roses, intertwined with peony and lily of the valley, evoking a soft, powdery bouquet. Anchored by a base of musk, vanilla, ambroxan, and cashmere wood, Eladaria envelops the wearer in an ethereal, sensual aura.

Van Cleef & Arpels
Musc de Soie

"Musc de Soie" from Van Cleef & Arpels' "Collection Extraordinaire" is an elegant exploration of texture and scent. Inspired by the softness of silk, it features top notes of aldehydes and neroli, transitioning into a heart of white musk, cashmeran, and iris. The base of sandalwood and benzoin imparts a creamy, powdery finish that is both fresh and enduring. This fragrance offers a clean, soapy allure, reminiscent of fine French soap, making it a perfect choice for those seeking understated sophistication.

all visuals (c) lemilestudios for LE MILE Magazine
Spring Selection 2025