Parfums de Marly Valaya
Radiant and airy, yet with an almost tangible softness, Valaya is an elegant floral-woody fragrance that evokes the sensation of a veil brushing against the skin — or cotton worn close to the body. It is like a delicate fabric draped directly on the skin, whether in the 18th century beneath layers of clothing, or today, as a crisp white shirt worn on bare skin. This timeless perfume opens with fresh top notes of bergamot, mandarin, and white peach, unfolds into a bouquet of white flowers, and settles into a sensual musky base.
The bottle for the women's line is inspired by 18th-century picture frames, ornate jewelry, and silk tassels found on the opulent drapery of French royal residences. The brand’s logo, displayed on both the bottle and the cap, depicts the famous horse sculptures commissioned by Louis XV for his estate in 1743, with the originals still housed in the Louvre.
Parfums de Marly is a French perfume house founded by Julien Sprecher in 2009, inspired by the splendor of Château de Marly, once a private retreat of Louis XV and his inner circle. Through a refined blend of tradition and modernity, luxury and elegance, Parfums de Marly stands as an ode to French cultural heritage.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Mandarin, White Peach
Heart Notes: Orange Blossom, Vetiver, Nympheal (a lily-of-the-valley-scented molecule)
Base Notes: Ambrofix, Musk, Akigalawood (a patchouli-like molecule)
