I just asked 4 of the most stylish French women I know what their go-to perfumes are

Key notes: Pear, bergamot, blackcurrant, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose, musk, vanilla and ambrox

First up, a fresh, floral fragrance by Maison Margiela, recommended by the queen of vintage fashion, Franny Monzemba. "This particular scent is perfect for spring. I love it so much, and my husband has also started wearing it!" 

With fruity notes of pear, blackcurrant, floral notes of lily of the valley and jasmine and a sweet touch of vanilla, it makes a perfect everyday option.

Key notes: Mandarin, bergamot, orange, tuberose, jasmine, orange blossom, vetiver, patchouli, cistus flower and sandalwood

Another one of Franny's favourites is L'Interdit by Givenchy. "It's a classic. Feminine, elegant and timeless all at once. No wonder it's so popular." Opening with citrus notes of mandarin, bergamot and orange, the perfume features a floral heart of patchouli and cistus flower with a rich sandalwood base. The result? A sensual scent with a refreshing edge.

Key notes: Tangerine, neroli, lavender, jasmine, orange blossom, vanilla and white musk

Franny says that this scent by YSL perfectly represents a strong, French woman. "It's bold, delicate and free." It's no surprise that one of the key notes is French lavender, combined with fruity notes of tangerine and creamy notes of vanilla and white musk. When they come together, the result is a fragrance that's truly unique.

Key notes: Suede, cedar and pink pepper

Ellie Delphine, also known as @slipintostyle on Instagram, says that Loubiraj by Christian Louboutin is her go-to perfume. "It’s the most incredible scent I’ve ever worn. It’s very potent, and I always leave a powerful woody floral trail behind me whenever I wear it. People will stop me on the street and ask me what perfume I’m wearing. It’s sensual, intriguing, seductive and intoxicating, I'm addicted."

Key notes: Amber, santal, vetiver, ylang-ylang and bergamot

French make-up artist and creative director of make-up for Guerlain, Violette knows a thing or two when it comes to beauty. Her favourite perfume? One from her namesake brand. "Avec Amour, my love perfume."

"It's the last step to my beauty ritual every morning. I like to apply a warm layer of Avec Amour on my neck and décolleté…or areas where I like to be kissed. Its roll-on application is more intimate than a traditional spray perfume. It’s a musky, vetiver fragrance that aims to give you a warm hug and a scent that is uniquely your own."

Key notes: Moss, sage, Tonka bean and galbanum

Photographer and content creator Tamara Mory loves this scent by Buly 1803. "I love it because it's really soft.  Also, there’s no alcohol in the formula, so I don’t feel guilty about spraying as much as I want on my neck as I know that it's gentle on the skin." Although the brand is based in Paris, this scent is inspired by the Scottish hills. Think rich, woody and earthy notes.