Le No. 9 by Cadolle c1926

Launched in 1926, Le No. 9 by Cadolle was a bold statement in the world of perfumery, a luxurious answer to the reigning success of Chanel No. 5. The name itself, Le No. 9, is French, pronounced "luh nuhf" in layman’s terms, and translates simply to "The Number 9." Numbers in perfume names often carry an air of mystique and significance. In this case, the choice of "9" could suggest refinement, completion, or an elusive sense of perfection—concepts that resonated deeply in the 1920s, a time when women were redefining elegance and independence. The name evokes a sense of exclusivity, an enigmatic code meant to be deciphered by those in the know. Much like its numerical counterpart from Chanel, Le No. 9 was not just a fragrance but an identity, a symbol of sophistication and modernity.

The perfume emerged in the midst of the Roaring Twenties, a period of radical change known as Les Années Folles in France. The decade was defined by newfound freedoms—women had gained the right to vote, flappers defied social norms with their short hair and daring hemlines, and the arts flourished under the influence of jazz, Art Deco, and avant-garde movements. Fashion was shedding its rigid past; corsets had given way to fluid silhouettes, and designers such as Jeanne Lanvin and Coco Chanel championed effortless elegance over excess. Against this backdrop, perfumery was also undergoing a revolution. The traditional soliflore compositions of the 19th century were being replaced by more abstract, complex blends. The success of Chanel No. 5, with its pioneering use of aldehydes, set the stage for a new kind of luxury scent—one that was modern, sophisticated, and unmistakably synthetic in its execution.

Maitresse by Agent Provocateur c2006

Maitresse by Agent Provocateur: launched in 2006, created by Azzi Glasser.

From Agent Provocateur:

AP Maitresse is an intoxicating Eau De Parfum with the passionate top notes of White Lotus Petals and delicate nuances of white Ylang Ylang, caressed by the pure essence of Osmanthus core, and immersed deep into Jasmin Sambac...the scent of seduction.

So what does it smell like? It is classified as a floral aldehyde fragrance for women.

• Top notes: aldehydes, white lotus petals, ylang ylang and violet leaves
• Middle notes: osmanthus, jasmine and rose
• Base notes: iris, amber, musk, patchouli and white suede

The egg-shaped (bomb-shaped) bottle is finished in rich gilding.

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The success of Maitresse by Agent Provocateur spawned a flanker scent: Maitresse Eau Provocateur.

From Agent Provocateur:

Provocative and enigmatic, this modern interpretation of Maitresse will leave you wanting more. Here lie fragrant accords of Rose, Jasmin Sambac and Iris with delightfully light, green notes of Acacia (a thorny shrub). A green note of Granny Smith Apples makes this lingering scent so fresh and floral. A delectable base of Amber, Sandalwood, Tonka and gourmand elements complete this floral feast.

So what does it smell like? It is classified as a floral fragrance for women, with a dominant note of iris.

• Top notes: rose, Sambac jasmine and iris 
• Middle notes: granny smith apple and acacia
• Base notes: amber, sandalwood, tonka bean

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