France’s fragrant rebels are rising, just in time for Bastille Day. This 14 July, we’re celebrating scents that channel the spirit of revolution — bold, unapologetic, and unmistakably French. From smoky tributes to civil unrest to florals bursting with freedom, these perfumes don’t just wear well — they stand for something. Each one tells a story of passion, rebellion, and identity, captured not in ink, but in notes, accords, and attitude. Liberty never smelled so good.
14 Juillet by Bastille
The namesake of the holiday itself, 14 Juillet by Bastille is an olfactory tribute to Bastille Day. With ember-like notes that sparkle and smoulder, this vibrant woody amber captures the lightness and exhilaration of a nation in celebration — fireworks in the air, flags waving, a sense of collective pride and freedom.
A scent for French natives and Francophiles alike, this one wears like a national anthem — a fresh, festive French fragrance that feels both radiant and meaningful.
Revolution by Trudon
True to its name, Revolution smells of smouldering wood, leather, and gunpowder— a direct olfactory representation of insurrection. This fragrance, led by elemi , Angelica seeds, and cade wood, evokes the charged atmosphere of 14 July 1789: the chaos, the courage, the scent of barricades and fire.
Revolution is a bold reminder that liberty often comes at a cost, and a standout for those drawn to historical, story-driven scents with serious presence.
Pas ce Soir by BDK
Meaning “Not Tonight,” Pas ce Soir channels the femme fatale energy of a modern-day Marianne — the personification of French liberty. Fresh and fruity, with a mossy woods profile, it flirts with a rebellious, daring attitude that mirrors the bold spirit of that fateful July day. A seductive, best-selling scent with Parisian edge and contemporary flair.
And, the attention to detail extends beyond the scent itself — the cap is modelled after the iconic rooftops of the Grand Palais!
French Flower by Matiere Premiere
A luminous tuberose grown in Grasse, French Flower by Matiere Premiere celebrates France’s natural beauty and artisanal mastery. It’s a tribute to the soil and spirit of the country, offering a fresh, hopeful scent reminiscent of fields blooming in a free republic — Bastille Day through the lens of nature’s quiet revolution.
This is an exquisite pick for those who value clean florals and refined craftsmanship.
Nuit de Longchamp by Lubin
Originally launched by Lubin in 1934 (with the original bottle design seen here on the left), this elegant soft floral captures the romantic, dusk-lit side of Paris, aligning with Bastille Day’s more refined, nostalgic celebrations — an evening at the Longchamp races, or fireworks over the Seine.
Nuit de Longcahamp lives and breathes the spirit of post-revolution France, resplendent and resilient. A timeless choice for those who appreciate vintage-inspired French elegance in their fragrance collection.
Lady Vengeance by Juliette Has a Gun
This Juliette Has a Gun fragrance embodies feminine power with a razor edge, aligning perfectly with the ferocity and resolve of revolutionary women — like Olympe de Gouges or the market women who marched to Versailles. Lady Vengeance channels justice with red lips and a loaded pistol.
This makes for a great signature for anyone who loves dark florals and unapologetic character in their scent wardrobe, built around a rich woody accord of Bulgarian rose, patchouli, and vanilla that lingers with intensity and intent.
Exit the King by Etat Libre D'Orange
Named with unmistakable intent, Exit the King is a perfumed guillotine drop. Surreal, satirical, and unapologetically bold, this mossy woods creation marks the fall of the monarchy and the rise of the people. Soapy, sparkling, and just a little strange, it’s the olfactory echo of liberty, equality, and fraternity — the revolutionary values that reshaped a nation — and a sly nod to Louis XVI’s final bow.
Perfect for those who love their Jasmine a little off-kilter.
Commune de Paris by Astier de Villatte
This aromatic creation, of lavender, rockrose and vetiver, nods to the spirit of radicalism and uprising, much like the historical Commune movement.
While the Paris Commune came decades later, Commune de Paris evokes the shared revolutionary DNA — a scent for the dreamers and disruptors who might have stormed the Bastille or envisioned a new republic. Ideal for lovers of ultra niche French perfumery, with a story as compelling as its composition.
Bastille Day Scents: 8 Perfumes That Capture the Spirit of France
France’s fragrant rebels are rising, just in time for Bastille Day. This 14 July, we’re celebrating scents that channel the spirit of revolution — bold, unapologetic, and unmistakably French. From smoky tributes to civil unrest to florals bursting with freedom, these perfumes don’t just wear well — they stand for something. Each one tells a story of passion, rebellion, and identity, captured not in ink, but in notes, accords, and attitude. Liberty never smelled so good.

The namesake of the holiday itself, 14 Juillet by Bastille is an olfactory tribute to Bastille Day. With ember-like notes that sparkle and smoulder, this vibrant woody amber captures the lightness and exhilaration of a nation in celebration — fireworks in the air, flags waving, a sense of collective pride and freedom.
A scent for French natives and Francophiles alike, this one wears like a national anthem — a fresh, festive French fragrance that feels both radiant and meaningful.
True to its name, Revolution smells of smouldering wood, leather, and gunpowder — a direct olfactory representation of insurrection. This fragrance, led by elemi, Angelica seeds, and cade wood, evokes the charged atmosphere of 14 July 1789: the chaos, the courage, the scent of barricades and fire.
Revolution is a bold reminder that liberty often comes at a cost, and a standout for those drawn to historical, story-driven scents with serious presence.


Meaning “Not Tonight,” Pas ce Soir channels the femme fatale energy of a modern-day Marianne — the personification of French liberty. Fresh and fruity, with a mossy woods profile, it flirts with a rebellious, daring attitude that mirrors the bold spirit of that fateful July day. A seductive, best-selling scent with Parisian edge and contemporary flair.
And, the attention to detail extends beyond the scent itself — the cap is modelled after the iconic rooftops of the Grand Palais!
French Flower by Matiere Premiere
A luminous tuberose grown in Grasse, French Flower by Matiere Premiere celebrates France’s natural beauty and artisanal mastery. It’s a tribute to the soil and spirit of the country, offering a fresh, hopeful scent reminiscent of fields blooming in a free republic — Bastille Day through the lens of nature’s quiet revolution.
This is an exquisite pick for those who value clean florals and refined craftsmanship.

Nuit de Longchamp by Lubin

Originally launched by Lubin in 1934 (with the original bottle design seen here on the left), this elegant soft floral captures the romantic, dusk-lit side of Paris, aligning with Bastille Day’s more refined, nostalgic celebrations — an evening at the Longchamp races, or fireworks over the Seine.
Nuit de Longcahamp lives and breathes the spirit of post-revolution France, resplendent and resilient. A timeless choice for those who appreciate vintage-inspired French elegance in their fragrance collection.
Lady Vengeance by Juliette Has a Gun
This Juliette Has a Gun fragrance embodies feminine power with a razor edge, aligning perfectly with the ferocity and resolve of revolutionary women — like Olympe de Gouges or the market women who marched to Versailles. Lady Vengeance channels justice with red lips and a loaded pistol.
This makes for a great signature for anyone who loves dark florals and unapologetic character in their scent wardrobe, built around a rich woody accord of Bulgarian rose, patchouli, and vanilla that lingers with intensity and intent.

Exit the King by Etat Libre D'Orange

Named with unmistakable intent, Exit the King is a perfumed guillotine drop. Surreal, satirical, and unapologetically bold, this mossy woods creation marks the fall of the monarchy and the rise of the people. Soapy, sparkling, and just a little strange, it’s the olfactory echo of liberty, equality, and fraternity — the revolutionary values that reshaped a nation — and a sly nod to Louis XVI’s final bow.
Perfect for those who love their Jasmine a little off-kilter.
Commune de Paris by Astier de Villatte
This aromatic creation, of lavender, rockrose and vetiver, nods to the spirit of radicalism and uprising, much like the historical Commune movement.
While the Paris Commune came decades later, Commune de Paris evokes the shared revolutionary DNA — a scent for the dreamers and disruptors who might have stormed the Bastille or envisioned a new republic. Ideal for lovers of ultra niche French perfumery, with a story as compelling as its composition.

































