Paloma Picasso Mon Parfum Eau de Parfum 100ml is a 1984 floral-chypre classic created by perfumer Francis Bocris in close collaboration with Paloma Picasso herself — daughter of Pablo Picasso and renowned jewellery designer for Tiffany & Co. and Yves Saint Laurent. Bold, sensual, and unapologetically grown-up, this fragrance was made for confident women, with a complex weave of carnation, rose and coriander on top, a heart of patchouli, jasmine, ylang-ylang and mimosa, and a deep base of oakmoss, vetiver, sandalwood, amber and animalic musks.
Fragrance notes
- Top: Carnation, Coriander, Rose, Angelica, Neroli, Bergamot, Amalfi Lemon
- Heart: Patchouli, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Mimosa
- Base: Oakmoss, Civet, Castoreum, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber
Olfactory family: Chypre Floral | Launched: 1984
The story behind Mon Parfum
Paloma Picasso grew up surrounded by perfumery — her maternal grandfather was a perfumer, and as a child she began experimenting with combining scents. After becoming a celebrated jewellery designer, she partnered with Francis Bocris to create a fragrance that reflected her own personality: red, black and gold packaging mirroring her signature visual style, and a composition built for "strong women like herself." The fragrance is widely considered one of the great floral chypres of the 1980s.
Who is this fragrance for?
Mon Parfum suits women who appreciate vintage-style perfumery — bold, full-bodied, animalic, and confident. It is unmistakably an evening fragrance, best in autumn and winter, and pairs naturally with formal or dramatic occasions. If you wear classics like Chanel No. 5, Opium, or Magie Noire, Mon Parfum belongs in the same wardrobe.
Specifications
- Size: 100ml
- Concentration: Eau de Parfum
- Gender: Women
- Brand: Paloma Picasso
- Year: 1984
- Perfumer: Francis Bocris (Créations Aromatiques)
Frequently asked questions
How long does Paloma Picasso Mon Parfum last?
Longevity is well above average — typically 8+ hours, with strong sillage in the first two hours. The animalic base gives the fragrance long staying power on both skin and fabric.
What does Paloma Picasso smell like?
A spicy, floral chypre with prominent rose, oakmoss and animalic musks. Intense and statement-making rather than soft or pretty — the fragrance equivalent of red lipstick and a black dress.
Is Paloma Picasso still in production?
Yes. Mon Parfum has been in continuous production since 1984. The current formulation differs slightly from vintage bottles (a common pattern for fragrances of this era due to IFRA restrictions on oakmoss and animalic ingredients), but retains the core character.
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