Eau de Campagne

Eau de Campagne, composed by Jean-Claude Ellena for Sisley in 1976, is a green floral in the truest sense: it smells of a vegetable garden in summer. Green and floral describe it equally, with woody and citrus sides and lighter musky, aromatic touches.

The notes are given as a single list, and the picture is clear. Tomato leaf, galbanum and basil provide the sharp, sappy greenness of crushed stems, with bergamot and lemon adding brightness. Lily of the valley, jasmine and geranium bring a dewy floral softness, a touch of plum adds a little fruit, and oakmoss, vetiver and patchouli give an earthy, mossy ground with musk to soften the finish.

Most wearers report moderate longevity and a moderate, fairly discreet trail. It is voted overwhelmingly for daytime and for summer and spring. Worn by anyone, it suits someone who wants freshness without sweetness, a scent for gardens, warm mornings and clean linen rather than for evenings.

Eau de Campagne — unisex fragrance by Sisley (released 1976). Notes: Tomato Leaf, Basil, Oakmoss, Bergamot, Lemon, Geranium, Galbanum, Vetiver, Patchouli, Musk, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Plum. — Parfica open fragrance database