RANCÉ 1795

The younger sister of Napoleon dared to challenge her older brother by going against his will and marrying the attractive Captain Baciocchi, but because of the strong affection for his younger sister the Emperor soon forgave her and at an early age was awarded the title of Grand Duchess of Tuscany.

Today Jeanne Sandra Rancé presents the fragrance "Élise" which has been carefully adapted to accommodate today’s modern taste: fresh and young, romantic and sensual. Cheerful and lively, Élise sparkles with marine notes and the scent of Sicilian tangerine. A graceful and sensual composition, intensely feminine with roses and neroli from Grasse. Bourbon vanilla and ambergris provide a seductive, passionate and romantic atmosphere, patchouly and musk add a touch of sensuality. 

Fragrance Notes:

Head notes: Neroli, Manderine, Sea notes
Heart notes: White rose, Eucalyptus 
Base notes: Patchouili, Musk, Amber, Vanilla

Perfumer: Jeanne Sandra Rance
Conception: Grasse, France
Year of Release: 2012 (reformulated in 2018) 

The harmony of narcissus, brushstrokes of exotic fruits and touches of iris and vanilla, outline the portrait of Mathilde: eclecticism and grace.

Matilde Letizia Guglielmina Bonaparte (1820-1904), niece of Napoleon I and cousin of the future Napoleon III, was a patron of the Arts, and an artist herself. A deeply eclectic and independent woman, Mathilde was the soul of one of the most celebrated artistic milieux of 19th-Century Paris. In her elegant palace, she would host the greatest artists and writers of her time. She was known as “Notre-Dame des Arts”, “Our Lady of the Arts”. 

Fragrance Notes: 

Head notes: Ylang-ylang, Lily of the valley, Violet leaf, Neroli, Narcissus
Heart notes: Jasmine, Passion fruit, Papaya, Tangerine, Rose, Angelica
Base notes: Iris, Musk, Rosewood, Bourbon vanilla, Sandalwood

Perfumer: Maurizio Cerizza
Conception: Grasse, France
Year of Release: 2024

A cacophony of exquisite notes, Eugenie is a fruity floral scent composed by the distinguished house of Rancé. The beloved wife of Napoleon III, the Spanish-born Empress Eugenie de Montijo was a prominent champion of women who advocated for equality of the sexes at a time when patriarchal power was the norm. Created to honour her memory, Eugenie is a light and delicate fragrance with a rich tapestry of ripe fruit aromas set against a backdrop of premium floral notes, including Florentine iris and jasmine from Grasse, the home of French perfumery. 

Fragrance Notes: 

Head notes: Blackcurrant, Lily of the Valley, Mandarine, White Flowers, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Melon, Passion Fruit
Heart notes: Jasmine, Neroli, Rose, Violet Leaf, Peach
Base notes: Florentine Iris, Sandalwood, Oak moss, Ambergris, Vanilla, Vetiver

Perfumer: Jeanne Sandra Rance
Conception: Grasse, France
Year of Release: 2006

Created by Jean Rancé to celebrate the birth of Napoleon’s reputed, but never publicly acknowledged, daughter. Helene is a paean to romantic love and youthful optimism, with its striking aroma of delicately selected floral notes and exceptional woods. A warmly spiced floral opening yields to a heart of rose, orange flower, tonka bean, and jasmine, which combine for a sumptuous and opulent scent befitting the distinguished provenance of the house. 

Fragrance Notes:

Head notes: Lemon, Currant, Pear
Heart notes: Peach flowers, Magnolia, Jasmine, Neroli, Pink pepper
Base notes: Amber, Tonka bean, Musk, Patchouli

Perfumer: Giovanni Rancé
Conception: Grasse, France
Year of Release: 2006

Jean Rancé devoted this perfume to François Charles, Napoleon's only son. A manly perfume which goes to the hearts of nature lovers, perceive a gradually changing sequence of plants, flowers and wild herbs. 

Fragrance Notes: 

Head notes: Basil, Cardamom, Lavender, Bergamot, Calabrian Lemon
Heart notes: Thyme absolute, Ginger, Geranium, Carnation, Jasmine
Base notes: Virginia Cedar, Florentine Iris, Musk

Perfumer: Jeanne Sandra Rancé
Year of Release: 2007

Master perfumer and devoted admirer François Rancé, created a fragrance which expressed Napoleon's virile an fiery nature.
The fresh scents of lavender and orange flower, together with the green, aromatic overtones of anise, blend with amber and reunion cinnamon to create a symphony of intense accords.
Leather exalts the masculine character, while cedar and musk give intensity and persistence of the fragrance. 

Fragrance Notes: 

Head notes: Orange flower, Anise, Lavender
Heart notes: Iris, Cardamom, Rose, Violet
Base notes: Musk, Virginia cedar, Amber, Cinnamon, Leather

Perfumer: Francois Rancé
Year of Release: 1806 

Created by Francois Rancé, Josephine is a fitting tribute to the first lady of Napoleon’s affections. A floral woody musk fragrance with a distinctive and refined character, Josephine features a vast array of floral notes that calls to mind the extravagant opulence of the Imperial court. After an opening characterized by a rich floral bouquet shot through with an invigorating hint of fresh bergamot, Josephine continues to develop in the heart notes with the inclusion of fresh fruit aromas and hints of spicy clove. A base of warming amber, enticing vanilla, and luxurious ebony wood completes the scent in refined style, typical of the house of Rancé. 

Fragrance Notes: 

Head notes: Rose, Jasmine, Hyacinth, Peony, Lilac, Bergamot
Heart notes: Iris, Violet leaves, Geranium, Blackcurrant, Peach, Cloves, Galbanum
Base notes: Sandalwood, Vanilla, Ebony, Ambergris, White musk

Perfumer: Jeanne Sandra Rance
Conception: Grasse, France 
Year of Release: 2005