KORÈ

Korè is the unisex extrait de parfum by Les Folies du Parfum, the Verona maison that dedicates its fragrances to mad souls living outside the rules. Signed by master perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour, it is a leathery, spicy amber with an enigmatic charm, made for the evenings when elegance is the best way to stand out.

The Fragrance

Korè is born from the legend of Marchesa Luisa Casati Stampa, muse of Gabriele D'Annunzio, whom the poet called into his world of art and mystery: a woman who was at once an icon of transgression and of absolute elegance. The maison describes the perfume as a ritual, an olfactory spell suspended between light and darkness, innocence and perdition, in which the smoky side tells D'Annunzio's passion and the powdery side the rebellious spirit of the Marchesa. It belongs to the Classic Collection, is made in Italy at a 25% concentration and comes in the hand-crafted glass bottle with magnetic cap, kept in a wooden box.

How It Evolves on Skin

The opening is unusual and magnetic: ozonic notes give a clean, almost electric air, pink pepper lights it up and incense immediately adds a ritual dimension. The heart is the most passionate moment: the elegant powder of iris melts into leather and smoky tobacco, in a weave that warms without weighing down. The base turns velvety: musk, ambergris and a creamy vanilla wrap the skin with a soft, lasting trail.

Who We Recommend Korè To

We recommend Korè to those who love ambers with a leathery, tobacco heart, far from sweet, predictable perfumes. It is perfect for elegant evenings, exclusive events and cold days, when its smoky warmth finds its dimension. Unisex, it seduces anyone looking for an enigmatic, charismatic scent.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

It is the most enigmatic of the collection and perhaps the most elegant: powdery and smoky at once, without either soul ever taking over. Those who try it in the shop usually fall silent for a moment, and for us that is the sign a perfume has hit the mark.

Similar Fragrances

• Soleil de Jeddah L'Original by Stéphane Humbert Lucas shares iris, leather and vanilla, in a sunnier, more citrusy key with chamomile and osmanthus.
• Honeyed Tobacco & Oud by Habibi NY shares pink pepper, tobacco and leather, with a more gourmand base of honey, coffee and oud.
• Alheba by Cave shares incense, musk and ambergris, in a woodier, more resinous composition without leather.

FAQ

What does Korè mean?
In ancient Greek "kore" is the maiden, the name also given to Persephone, queen of the underworld and at the same time goddess of spring: a name that evokes the duality between light and shadow, innocence and mystery, that the maison tells in this perfume dedicated to Marchesa Casati.

Who created Korè?
The nose is Bertrand Duchaufour, the master perfumer who signs the maison's most important creations, from 22.22 to Keller.

Is it linked to other perfumes in the collection?
Yes: like Palais Rose it is inspired by Marchesa Luisa Casati Stampa, but it tells her nocturnal, D'Annunzian side, while Palais Rose celebrates the parties of her Parisian mansion.

Is it suitable for daytime too?
It is born for the evening, but its ozonic opening makes it surprisingly wearable on cold days too: a few sprays are enough to accompany the whole day.

Product Information

Brand

Les Folies du Parfum

Name

Korè

Concentration

Extrait de Parfum (25%)

Size

100 ml

Olfactory family

Leathery Spicy Amber

Launch year

Not stated

Made in

Italy