Nathalie Feisthauer of Lab Scent: 3 Summer Delights + Perfumology Decadent Memories Giveaway

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Nathalie Feisthauer of Lab Scent courtesy of the perfumer

There are some perfumers whose work you truly ‘’take personal’’ – and their art becomes inexorably woven into the fabric of your life – scented triggers of dear memories. For me, Nathalie Feisthauer of Lab Scent  is exactly this kind of perfumer, the invisible composer behind the fragrant soundtrack of many, many defining moments of my life. Her creations are my olfactive timestamps, marking joy, nostalgia, discovery – and every emotion in between – for the past thirty years of my life.

Artist’o Ode, Librery Parfum Sun Ice and Perfumology Decadent Memories by Nathalie Feisthauer

Artist’o Ode, Librery Parfum Sun Ice and Perfumology Decadent Memories – AI generated image by Nicoleta

One of the stories from this wonderful perfume world that stayed with me and still moves me to this day is Nathalie Feisthauer and her fragrant awakening. She often recounts the day she discovered Opium at the age of sixteen, freshly arrived in Paris. A self-described tomboy, with no interest in dresses or fancy girly things, wandered into a perfume boutique… and the second she smelled Opium –  her world changed. One of the perfumes that marked my own fragrance awakening is Versace Blonde. To this day, I vividly remember the pale blue oval bottle, tucked into its velvety blue pouch, and the very first moment I smelled it. It wasn’t even mine! -it belonged to my best friend’s mom. After school, we’d sneak into her closet, carefully applying just a few precious drops on our wrists. We were both tomboys, yet something about that scent shifted something of our perspective. We couldn’t believe something could smell so grown-up, so feminine, so utterly… beautiful. I was smitten. And I even contemplated becoming a blonde…

And so many followed, too many to count – the incredible freshness of Balmain Vent Vert, my mothers floral of choice (that I often stole): Oriflame’s Giordani Gold, the milky perfume that was decades ahead of its time – Diesel Plus Plus Feminine, the legendary uber-feminine that needs no introduction Putain des Palaces from Etat Libre d’Orange and the summer staple – Eau des Merveilles from Hermes. Nathalie Feisthauer is also the creator of some of my favorite scents of recent years too, with the ethereal Puredistance Papilio, the innovative Der Duft Privilege, the comforting  Zoologist Cow, the fluffy Mono Cachemere from L’orchestre and the entire  Lor line (that deserves so much more love and attention). You can imagine my delight when, just a few weeks ago, Nathalie Feisthauer shared with me some of her more recent creations. Choosing favorites was no easy feat, but in the heat-drenched, long days of July, these three delights effortlessly stood out:

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Nathalie Feisthauer: Three Summer Delights You Should Be Wearing collage by Nicoleta

Artist’o Ode by Nathalie Feisthauer

Artist’o Ode, photo via the brand Instagram page

Artist’o Ode (2025): “Le parfum est la musique du corps, la musique est le parfum de l’âme.” A perfume inspired by Charles Baudelaire? Oh, yes please! One that blends fragrance and music into a beautiful sensory duet? Wonderful – give me twenty bottles! “Ode,” from  Nathalie’s Allora collection, unfolds like a fragrant poem built on warm, sweet, and gently spicy layers, with a chic, unmistakably French gourmand twist. Raw almonds and heliotrope mingle effortlessly with vanilla and tonka’s rounded edges, subtly accented by a hint of cinnamon. The result is a deliciously refined experience, making you feel effortlessly chic – like slipping into your favorite white linen t-shirt, twisting your hair into the most perfectly imperfect messy bun, and applying just a whisper of red lipstick, blurred with your fingertips. (if you know, you know.) Top: Raw Almond, Heliotrope, Cinnamon, Heart Notes: Vanilla; Base Notes: Tonka Bean, Amber, Wood

Librery Parfum Sun Ice by Nathalie Feisthauer

Librery Parfum Sun Ice composed by Nathalie Feisthauer, photo via the brand Instagram page

Librery Parfum Sun Ice (2024): An ice cream-inspired perfume, perfect for summer heat without being sticky-sweet or heavy? Oh, yes! Sun Ice” from Librery Parfums is an olfactory scoop of pure delight: deliciously creamy yet refreshingly airy, with all the indulgence and none of the guilt. Mouthwatering blackcurrants and citrus zest melts into notes of crispy red apple, roasted pistachio, and delicious toffee, creating a fragrant treat that’s effortlessly uplifting. It feels exactly like savoring a cool gelato with a crunchy biscuit,  on a sun drenched Italian terrace near the sea – a dolce vita gourmand that feels weightless in the summer heat.

Top notes: Blackcurrant and Bergamot from Italy; Heart note Apple, Roasted Pistachio, Toffee and Heliotrope Base notes: Virginia Cedar, Tahitian Vanilla, Musk, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood and Amber

Decadent Memories by Perfumology

Perfumology Decadent Memories, AI image by Nicoleta

Perfumology Decadent Memories (2024): Ever since reading Olya’s review (she’s my go-to for all things delicious), I’ve been secretly craving a teaspoon of this fragrant rendition of a freshly baked pie. While I imagine it truly shining in colder weather -especially around Christmas – Decadent Memories worked absolute wonders in the slightly crisp evening air of summer. It’s a deliciously refined indulgence: baked apples, juicy cherries, and blackcurrants swirl together in a golden haze, wrapped around an elegant heart of creamy sandalwood and rich, decadent vanilla. Tempting, textured, and unexpectedly sophisticated – a very posh couture dessert. Yum!

Notes: Cherry Accord, Blueberry Accord, Baked Apple, Blackcurrant, Vanilla Absolute, Tonka Bean Absolute, Sandalwood Oil, Virginia Cedar, Ambroxan, Musks.

Nicoleta Tomsa, Senior Editor

Disclosure: Lab samples were kindly offered by the Nathalie Feisthauer, opinions are -always- my own.

Perfumology Decadent Memories

Perfumology Decadent Memories, photo via the brand Instagram page

Thanks to the generosity of Perfumology we have a 60 ml bottle (with box) of Decadent Memories for one registered reader from  the USA ONLY. You must register or your entry will not count. To be eligible, please leave a comment saying what sparks your interest based on Nicoleta’s article on Nathalie Feisthauer and that you live in the USA. Do You have a favorite by Nathalie Feisthauer? Giveaway closes7/30/2025

Nir Guy of Perfumology and Nathalie Feisthauer

 Nathalie Feisthauer and Nir Guy in NYC June 2025 (via Nathalie)

Nathalie Feisthauer was Michelyn’s Best Perfumer of 2021 Astrophil & Stella Madame M is one of Karl’s Best Perfumes of 2022, Puredistance Papillo by Nathalie Feisthauer of Lab Scent was a top 10 perfume of 2023 by Nicoleta and she was Nicoleta’s best perfumer of 2023, Rosy & Earnest Vanilla Rum Royal by Nathalie Feisthauer is one of Hernando’s Top 10 of 2024, Hermes Eau Merveilles 2004 by Nathalie Feisthauer and Ralf Schwieger is a CaFleureBon Modern Masterpiece.

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24 comments

  • Sybelle16 says:

    The art and craftmanship of Nathalie Feisthauer creations are for Nicoleta, a standout of her perfumes. Decadent Memories is another gem. An ode to the memories of baking and a freshly made pie that is cooling in a cozy kitchen on a cold weather day. This scent can shine, too on a breezy Summer’s Day; its fruity, delectable notes of baked apples, cherries and blackcurrants still deliver a tantalizing treat that paired with vanilla, a creamy sandalwood, is a decadent treat that is sophisticated and nuanced.
    USA

  • LeSchnozzle says:

    To my surprise, I have neither sampled nor owned a creation from Nathalie Feisthauer. It’s quite an impressive feat as she has created so many! Of the three discussed in this article, Decadent Memories piques my interest the most. The “pie-like” gourmand notes sound absolutely delectable. I want to head to my local pie spot after reading this!

    I live in the USA

  • Ramses Perez says:

    I unfortunately have not tried many of the fragrances from Nathalie but based on what I know, Decadent Memories should be a favorite of mine based on the notes. I love gourmands and forever will so as long as she keeps making them, I’ll keep loving them. Librery Parfum Sun Ice could also be another great gem as Nicoleta described it as an ice cream scent for the summer. Artist’o Ode seems to be the more creative and classic one but also refreshingly sweet. Nathalie is a legend. I’m located in the USA.

  • jennapark says:

    It’s clear from the article Nicoleta respects Nathalie Fiesthauer’s work and can relate to her love of fragrance. Nicoleta saying she has many favorites from Nathalie makes me very interested in trying her creations. I personally love to hear the inspiration for a fragrance. It’s interesting to hear what got them interested in perfumery and what gave them their passion for it. It’s an art form and i believe you have to be passionate about what you create or people will know. She must have amazing talent to be recognized so many times for her fragrance creations, Being Michelyn’s best perfumer in 2021 and Nicoleta’s in 2023 says to me i need to become familiar with her fragrances because she obviously is extremely skilled at creating new fragrances. Decadent Memories sounds like a beautiful perfume. The notes sound amazing. I would love to smell like a “posh dessert” the way it was described. I am in the USA

  • EPTrail says:

    Ah yes, the rebellious fruit that bites back like a berry with attitude and a vendetta. Last fall, I was in Portland on “business” (read: eating carbs professionally) and decided to pilgrimage down to Willamette Valley for an afternoon of wine and regret. I had my first blackcurrant wine at Honeywood Winery while absolutely obliterating a caramel bread pudding like it owed me money. It was transcendent. I rolled out of that restaurant like Divine in a polyester gown, praying the seatbelt in my rental Kia Soul could contain the drama.

    And that’s exactly how I imagine this fragrance smells: bold, juicy, decadent, and just a little bit scandalous. Like it might slap me silly and call me Sally. Even worse, I would probably thank it afterwards.

    I’m in the US.

  • INYA says:

    All of the perfumes sound wonderful. I’m definitely drawn to Sun Ice with its notes of Roasted Pistachio, Toffee and Vanilla. On my wishlist it goes. Thanks for the opportunity to win Decadent Memories. MI USA

  • roxhas1cat says:

    How lucky Nicoleta is to have been smelling amazing scents for 30 years. I got into niche fragrance a mere 15 years ago. Red lipstick is also new to me and smudged on with the fingertip is the best!! That Artist o Ode sounds great with the almond. I hadn’t heard of Sun Ice and I can never get enough of pistachio. Decadent Memories and those fruit notes seems like a gourmand for summer. I need to head over the Perfumology’s website. Sadly I was near Perfumology during Covid and they their retail shop was closed. Thanks for the chance. USA. WA State.

  • Diwakar says:

    Each of these perfumes sounds absolutely delightful! I’m especially intrigued by Sun Ice—the blend of Roasted Pistachio, Toffee, and Vanilla sounds irresistible. It’s definitely earned a spot on my wishlist. Thank you so much for the chance to win Decadent Memories! I am from the USA!

  • Steven A says:

    Nathalie’s fragrant awakening story was most interesting. I don’t have a favorite by the perfumer. US

  • Danniel says:

    These all sound wonderfully gourmand in nature and I would enjoy getting my nose on all of them. I would love to smell like a bold, juicy, and decadent berry pie. It might bring a tear to my eye to know I am smelling delicious. I’m in the USA.

  • wongv says:

    Nathalie Feisthauer’s story really resonates with me because I too was not much of a ‘girly’ girl when growing up. My own ‘fragrant awakening’ came when I was first introduced to Maison Mataha’s Escapade Gourmande. Breathing in the burnt sugar, creme brulee-like scent, I was instantly captivated and have found myself gravitate towards gourmand scents ever since. Reading about Decadent Memories, with its fruity blend like a glaze around a rich vanilla, I can already imagine how beautifully edible and cozy it must smell. Of the recent Feisthauer creations mentioned—like Artist’o Ode and Library Parfum’s Sun Ice—Decadent Memories stands out the most to me for its posh, dessert-like allure. I’d love the chance to try it for myself!

    I live in the US 🙂

  • dakota says:

    Im very intrigued by how textural the descriptions of these scents are! Growing up, my family baked pies all the time so I’m very curious to see how this fragrance would compare to my memory of that.
    – NYC, USA

  • dakota says:

    Im very intrigued by how textural the descriptions of these scents are! Growing up, my family baked pies all the time so I’m very curious to see how this fragrance would compare to my memory of that.
    – NYC, USA

  • Kensolfactoryodyssey says:

    What can I say except any perfumer that creates based off vivid memories, tends to create such art . I’d love to get my nose on her memories . I’m in the usa

  • Kensolfactoryodyssey says:

    What can I say except any perfumer that creates based off vivid memories, tends to create such art . I’d love to get my nose on her memories . I’m in the usa

  • mdellaroc says:

    What an amazing line up. To be that talented and determined. The amount of work that had to be put in to create such lovely scents. And how I wish we had some cooler nights here right now. The perfume, as you said, will be perfect in winter, in maryland.

  • Annika says:

    I found out about Nathalie Feisthauer through CaFleureBon (of course) and when I investigated who composed some of my most memorable fragrance samples. Nuits Indiennes, Blue Cedrat and of course Eau des Merveilles and Putain des Palaces are scents that always garnered a ‘what are you wearing”. Nicoleta’s selection of recent fragrances is great especially for the late summer/early fall season. Decadent Memories sounds like a rich gourmand with its berry, vanilla and wood notes. MD, USA

  • opalbear says:

    Artists Ode sounds gorgeous!! The cherry accord is something I’d love to try in Decadent Memories. But also the sandalwood oil and tonka bean are always a winning combination. I’m sure this is lush and whimsical. I am located in the U.S.

  • foreverscents says:

    I am a big fan of the perfumes Nathalie Feisthauer created for Comme des Garçons, especially Tar. Her work is extremely varied and always interesting. As a fan of Baudelaire, I am intrigued by Ode. I like anything with almonds and vanilla, so I know I will love this fragrant poem. I’d love to win Decadent Memories. I make a mean pie. I like that there are cherries, apples, and blueberries in this fragrance. Those are my favorite pie flavors.
    I live in the USA.

  • carrie_earle says:

    I loved hearing that Nathalie (and Nicoleta too) was a tomboy as a child and that fragrance brought out a strong feminine energy. I was somewhat of a tomboy myself. I own, and love, Plus Plus Feminine but I believe it is the only creation by Nathalie that I’ve had the opportunity to try. Maybe Decadant Memories will be the next. From the USA.

  • mmerline says:

    Lovely anecdotes about the memories of fragrance that stick with you. Feisthauer’s body of work is extraordinary, especially considering all the styles represented, and she seems particularly adept at composing artful, wearable gourmands. Hope to try some of her fragrances—in particular, Zoologist Cow.

    I’m in the USA.

  • David F says:

    This has sooo many delicious elements that set it apart from others. A true gourmand lovers dream with some nice woods balancing out the final composition. I think this scent is centered around the vanilla absolute and the tonka absolute, both very strong and giving it legs and life throughout the life of the scent. Would love to win, from Jacksonville, NC.

  • aditu says:

    I was interested to ready about Nathalie’s fragrance epiphany moment, and that one of her creations served a similar role for Nicoleta. I’ve been recently exploring tuberose fragrances more deliberately and Vercace Blonde is on my list! I have unfortunately not had an opportunity to experience any of Nathalie’s fragrances. I am in MA.

  • wallygator88 says:

    Always fun to read about a Natalie Feisthauer fragrance! She has quite the number of scents and it’s nice to read about the one for Perfumology.

    Cheers from WI, USA