Le Roy Soleil

This is truly magical! I can see, however, that Le Roy Soleil could be a bit divisive, but for my nose, this is what you write home about. Yes, it is a product of its generation, as am I, so the orchestration is familiar and provocative. This is all the spice that Jungle promised, and then heartlessly obliterated with that haunting, buttery center of ylang ylang and heliotrope. This is the embolden sister to Coco; slightly more spice forward, but just as beautiful, and just as much of a power-house performer. I just hate discovering something so preciously delicious that's been discontinued. Price inflation is exorbitant, and bottles seem to be being sold in dark corners and strange alley ways. But man, or ma'am, is it something worth the risk; and a much needed respite from the homogeneous zones current trends are confined within, (that one day will also be considered dated as well). Funny how fashion flows. There is nothing new under the sun, just spirals of the present. But enough philosophy for now. Instead, let's just sit back and marvel at this list of ingredients, that somehow remain distinct in character while playing in harmony for the maestro. That is a truly amazing feat of perfumery. As a whole, it is a spell binding concoction of spicy, woody, sweetness - a stroll through a spice market in South America - earthy and rich, with every pleasure tangible, ripe, low bearing fruit and meandering dirt roads, that all lead back to the center heart of the city. It is as perfect a pleasure as those humble origins, with the regal flare of resinous woods, and the confidence of fresh cut flowers. And along the casual menagerie, there are moments of pause at each element. The slice of pineapple dripping warm down your hand, the papaya drink that lingers satiny sweetness on your palate; and then its back to the journey, surrounded by fragrantly benevolent choices along the way.

It was 1997 and I was in London with my future (now ex) husband. I was 20 years old, and a college student back in the united states. He dragged me into Selfridges, saying that his mum would sample perfumes and cosmetics there when she was my age. I saw the bottle, the Dali signature, smelled the most divine scent I had ever experienced, and charged an unthinkable sum onto my credit card for a bottle of perfume. Although I associate this fragrance with a very specific time of my life, the fragrance and it's own story looms larger for me. When I tracked down a second bottle in San Francisco in the mid 00s at a fancy french perfumerie here in San Francisco, I had no idea that it would be discontinued the next time I came around to needing one. Truthfully, my 1.7 oz EDP still has a way to go, but now that I know it is so rare I am in a panic to get more. This fragrance will haunt me for my entire life. It is so complex, so changeable, adult, sexy, glamorous and beautiful. I'd be happy if this was the only fragrance I could ever wear (and had an unlimited supply). I am currently seeking my next signature fragrance, and thanks to Fragrantica I am now researching notes and classic fragrances that are similar to this one. I know it is very unique, however, and I will always have my own love story to go along with the tales inside of the bottle. Edit: I managed to score a 1.7 oz slightly used LRS Parfum de toilet (which is very concentrated, like the one I already own) on eBay for $32 including shipping, so it's not impossible to get more of this. Just keep your eyes peeled. Also in my recent explorations I think that oddly, Bob Mackie Mackie has a similar drydown to our beloved LRS. It's certainly not identical and Mackie does not smell as dreamy or refined, but it does have a similar shape to it. Also, it's dirt cheap, so give it a try.

Here comes the sun! I placed my order the week of Winter Solstice, an Xmas gift to myself. On this bleak, post New Year’s day, I was so excited when my miniature Le Roy Soleil arrived in a small envelope post-marked from Portugal. Under the return address was a sticker showing three trees topped with stars, the shapes reminiscent of the sun-crowned bottle within. When I cut open the envelope. it released a waft of citrus, carnation, and spice. My cat even investigated the contents, and for a minute, was purring and leaping as if it were catnip! The tiny bottle is an exact replica of the larger flacon, which in turn is a 1990’s adaptation of the Schiaparelli classic, also designed by Dali. The earlier version was launched to celebrate French victory after WWII. Its name invokes the most glorious reign in French history, that of Louis the XIV. He was a flamboyant eccentric who fancied himself an incarnation of Apollo the Sun God, yet he lived up to the title as evidenced by the prosperity and power under his rule. Dali’s image of the sun wears an expression of weariness, as it rises over the sea, yet it wears a ribbon of honor about its neck In the shape of a ‘V’ for Victory. In the same way, my little treasure sports hapless, pouting features formed by a flock of starlings. In spite of winter, the sun will return. The smell of warmth and sunshine prevails even as the spice and sandalwood remind us of the season. It is like the scent of clementine oranges on a cold winter day, a promise of spring.

This perfume is a masterpiece. It evokes feelings of happiness, rays of light, sun shining and fresh clean linen drying whist someone is on the Pineapple plantation gathering pineapples by the arms width! I agree its blended so well that the notes are barely distinguished. They are all sunny, produce growing, abundant, fields of scents! Sparkling is a word Id use. Like the fizz of Möet Champagne olfactorized in a gorgeous happy Sun Dial Bottle. I have taken my time to review this. I really believe on the 3rd time wearing it that I've captured something incredibly special. I will save it for special occasions but indulge in it as often as I deem special. An olfactory face lift, a mind expanding fresh and cleanness without being soap white fresh, sparkling new joy, ecstatic, anointed type rejuvenation. The best brightest fruit sparkling bellini you will ever drink up! The notes of pore opening clove and warm cinnamon and amber came in about 20 minutes after spraying on myself, then they drift in and out with all the top notes and sparkling fruit. They may return again but I'm heading to bed to have the sweetest dream. I acquired about 75 to 80ml in a 100ml flanker with original box, 100ml Parfum De Toilette! Probably paid close to £1 per ml yet its worth it.

Somebody described this is as Sunny D on a wood bench or something like that, and I think that's right on. This is such a happy, gracious, orange-y fragrance. It's no light tropical breeze at all; there's a balsamic/wood/vanilla base to this that upon drydown immediately rises right up to join the orange juice accord. First mist is just a wicker basket of ripeness basically, with fresh fruit of all kinds. I can't trace a single one very well, but I think I can definitely gather citruses and apple. There's a fizzy, warm-spiciness from the cinnamon and maybe the carnation that comes up as well, though it's gone pretty quickly on my skin. I wouldn't buy this looking for florals; the most they really do is sew together the fruit and the wood so the composition doesn't feel clumsy. If you get a chance to pick up a mini or a sample of this, don't miss the opportunity. It's like a 1990's commercial for a vacation in Jamaica. It's nostalgic and lovely, and I don't even remember most of the nineties. All ages, genders, and occasions could suit this gorgeously.

Even though this is loaded with spice, resins, pods, and seeds, I get a distinct impression of airiness. Like where the ocean meets the desert in South America or something. Good stuff. The bottle fits the scent perfectly, too. Or maybe it's the other way around. Edit: This doesn't smell like Dior Dune, but it somehow reminds me of it. Maybe it's the way it makes me feel when I wear it. Didn't know Schiaparelli did it first. Wish I could smell that! It appears, at least by the note pyramid, that Mr. Romano tried to remain faithful to the original 40s recipe. As far as trends by decade, I could see this living alongside Femme, with the stone fruit and spice notes. Mmm. Like modern Femme, this version of La Roy Soleil is wonderful. 2nd edit: been sitting here knitting my eyebrows and suddenly it hits me OMG IT SMELLS LIKE CANDIE'S I threw (1999) Candie's in the trash a few years ago, having decided I hated it. Now I wish I hadn't. Tastes change, HOARD EVERYTHING

I have had a sample of this forever and today I decided to try it properly. I found out that this is truly amazing scent. Oh I love it. Why did it take so long to find it out. This scent is like a comforting fairytale that is true! This reminds me of those times when scents differed from each other. It was in 1995 that I got obsessed with scents. I'm really disappointed that scents of today are so similar and weak in comparison to the masterpieces of that time. More and more releases per year and poorer quality. Feels like the perfume houses are underestimating the lovers of perfumes... Anyway, this is unique spicy perfection that I will be looking for to get the whole bottle. EDIT I found an almost full 50 ml bottle of this from flea market for 2 euros. How lucky can a girl get?

My all time favourite. The most beautiful perfume ever; I can`t even begin to describe it, it`s so multi-layared and refined, and utterly GORGEOUS. Imagine a huge ball-room, with lights glittering and shimmering softly with a hint of mystery, with delicate, enchanting music in the air, not coming from any specific source, and the oniric atmosphere straight from a dream. That`s what this fragrance is like for me. I will never understand why they discontinued it. My huge stash of all kinds of samples is a result of my attempts to find a suitable replacement. Marina de Bourbon is close, but the sillage and the longevity cannot even be compared. Should anyone find anything even slightly similar, do share the knowledge please :)

King Sun is the most unique among unique ones of Salvador Dali. Its truly the King of this brand. It shines bright and projects optimism by his oriental soul . Spiced, soaked in apricots and pineapples rosewood, exotic, intoxicating, warm, definitely boozy and life-asserting. If you like notes – this one will be your first choice and best combination. Its south of Spain of course, the perfume of Barcelona, quirky as Gaudi buildings, very Art Nouveau. The perfume bottle was designed by Salvador Dali at the request of the Schiaparelli company, and made by Baccarat. It is one of the most famous and valuable perfume bottles ever produced by an artist.

I have the scented soaps from Le Roy Soleil range and I love the fragrance. I want to try the edp/edt but I have been unable to find a sample. The soap fragrance is deeply satisfying with a complex rose that is never sweet, a vibrant tea, and something tangy and marine. Nothing like the notes listed in the fragrance so maybe I would be disappointed if I did try a sample. I guess I have to just enjoy the soap as a skin scent. The soaps sell very cheaply online. Under-priced in my opinion but hush let's keep that to ourselves ;-)

Abre bem tropical, sinto principalmente abacaxi com mandarina, a canela é bem fraca, vai fechando talcado com cravo e depois o floral vai ficando cada vez mais docinho de flores, tem muito cheiro de damasco, lembra inclusive o Rodeo Drive 273 com mais dulçor mas não é seco como ele, parece ter um cheiro mentolado de fundo bem levinho que vai e vem. Bem gostosinho, para o calor, bem tropical, passa realmente a vibe de sol, de dias quentes de brisa, finalmente algo com essa entonação sem a nota de coco.

Yohji and others have done such a fine job in describing Le Roy Soleil. To me, it is like sweet liquid gold. The pineapple is so beautiful and refreshing for summer. Wearing this inspired me this past weekend to grill some pineapple with honey, lemon juice and black pepper..... it was absolutely delicous! And it just went so well with Le Roy Soleil, hahaha! Great unique bottle. I am loving The Sun King. But why is his face so sad? He should be happy that so many love him!

I finally got a mini of this because I love most of Dali's fragrances, and this is certainly no exception! Other reviewers have described it very well so I will be brief: on my skin, Le Roy Soleil is very much like Vivienne Westwood's Libertine, except LRS's pineapple is fresh and juicy and its florals are bright and sunny, whereas the VW has a musky undertone. This is the only fragrance I've found that even remotely resembles Libertine...so I had to point it out! :)

Definitely loud, so beware of over spraying. Sweet and spicy, reminds me of a peach pie with the warm cinnamon and strong apricot notes. There is a strong tonka and sandalwood backbone, giving it a sweet sexiness. I feel like a sultry fruit pie lol. I'm not sure what has happened in the 2 years since I purchased this scent from eBay, but the price has more than tripled for used bottles... I'm guessing others have discovered how yummy and unique this fragrance is.

One of the most unique scents ever!!! Very fruity and once you've had it on for a while the sweetness and fruitiness balances out beautifully :) I am very careful with this as I know it's not being made anymore...so it only comes out for special occasions in the warmer months. I'm lucky enough to have the EDP (not the EDT) so it's lasting very well. Whenever I have this on I get so many compliments :)

WOW - I'm in love!! This was a blind buy for me, and one of the best that I've ever made. I love the balance and longevity - not too fruity, not too spicy, not too sweet (a biggie for me) and wonderfully unique. Now I understand why some folks mourn it's discontinuation. I'm very happy that I snagged a bottle before the prices went 'collector high' because I can still afford to love it too.

I was lucky to catch the old version of this now rare and expensive perfume. I like it. It opens on my skin with fruity notes, and then come some leather and bitter notes. I like Dahli perfumes for their expressivity and individuality. They are not for young girls younger than 20-25. LRS is softer than Daliflor and Dalissime from my collection. Long lasting.

I love, love, love it!!! Spicy, bright, feminine, a little bit oriental and powerfull - just like King The Sun. For independent content and happy women. Very long lasting on my skin, on clothes till wasching. Le Roy Soleil on the top og the bottle is sad, but the fragrance is optimistic and unique. Anytime - for me - perfect. just: perfect!

I don’t have much to add other than I absolutely LOVE this fragrance. I will definitely be buying more, despite how hard it is to find.. As others have said, the longevity and sillage are really good! Edit: I get so much cinnamon and pineapple from this. It’s such a shame that a couple of versions I have purchased seem to have gone stale.

Love it!!! The smell is so different from other perfumes I have. It is strong and long lasting, gives you a strong self confident and sexy personnality. It is so feminine and sophisticated. You can't tell that smell dominates, the fruity, spicy or woody. I wish it wasn't discontinued. Really would love to have another bootle of it.