Ombre Mercure is an olfactory delight, a sensation for orris-lovers everywhere to indulge in. To put this simply, it is a happy scent - you cannot possibly remain in a bad mood if you’re wearing this. Its delicately soft, powdery facets and sweet undertones will lift you up in an instant. Orris and Violet are the main players; intensely powdery and feminine, reminiscent of vintage face powder, complimented by other florals of ylang, rose and jasmine. In the opening it smells like Parma Violet sweets, it has a noticeable candy-like scent to it, perhaps from the inclusion of benzoin and vanilla giving it a touch of warmth. As it develops, it becomes much drier and less sweet, with the powdery facets of the orris becoming creamy with the sandalwood and ylang, whilst also presenting a touch of earthiness from the patchouli. I think this is a fantastic scent, I’m really impressed - it’s definitely going on the wishlist.