Charles IX

On 1 May 1561, it is said that the young Charles IX was presented with a sprig of lily of the valley — muguet — as a token of good luck. Charmed by the gesture, the king began offering the delicate flowers to the ladies of his court each year. The tradition spread beyond the palace and became part of the French Fête du Muguet, celebrated on 1 May.

Charles IX is an elegant floral fragrance of freesia and delicate muguet, entwined with ripe pear and soft rose. Fresh, refined and unmistakably springlike.