ORANGE BLOSSOM ACCORD

The scent of orange blossom has long evoked warmth, purity, and sensuality—an aromatic bridge between the sacred and the seductive. Found in Mediterranean landscapes and religious rituals alike, orange blossom occupies a unique place in both cultural history and perfumery. Its duality—a flower that is both innocent and intoxicating—continues to captivate modern perfumers and wearers. In an age where fragrance is as much about emotional storytelling as it is chemistry, studying orange blossom provides a way to examine how we assign meaning to scent, and how something ephemeral can carry such emotional weight.

In this class, we will explore the world of perfumery through the lens of orange blossom. You’ll delve into its natural origins and its role in classic and contemporary fragrance compositions. We’ll break down the core materials that make up an orange blossom accord—such as neroli, petitgrain, and indole-rich synthetics—and learn how to identify and evaluate them from an olfactive perspective. Students will gain hands-on experience creating their own interpretations of these iconic floral notes.