All perfume samples are authentic fragrances that Surrender to Chance, Topeka, KS, has rebottled into smaller sample and decant sizes, repackaged and distributed. Surrender to Chance has no affiliation, connection or association with the manufacturers or brand owners of the perfumes.
Regime des Fleurs Himetsu Violets was originally launched in 2022 and created by Dominique Ropion. Centered on violets wrapped in the softest leather, it has notes of violet, suede, heliotrope, tolu balsam, saffron and lily of the valley. Regime des Fleurs Himetsu Violets is an EDP, eau de parfum.
From the brand's founder and perfumer - “In perfumery, violet is often hyper-feminine, too candied, or oversimplified. So I set out to create something fresh. Himitsu means "secret" in Japanese, and this perfume wears like one: surprising and memorable. It stays unexpected and cool from start to finish, with leathery nuance from saffron and suede. This is a floral for the modernist. The one who embraces the unusual and never wants to smell like anyone else.” Alia Raza, Founder, Perfumer and Creative Director
Reddit - "Violet candies and suede. I read another review somewhere that said it’s like violet candies in the bottom of someone’s purse - and that’s exactly what I envision when I smell this."
Fragrantica - "I find the note of violet beautiful and whimsical. It is beautifully realised here by Dominique Ropion. In combination with quite a strong, earthy suede note, Himitsu Violets smells unexpected, sophisticated, unusual and enchanting. There is a slightly skanky undercurrent that smells like a cumin note, which I don't see listed. I'm not sure this would be easy to wear, or garner compliments but I'm definitely intrigued! "
Fragrantica - "of course i was going to like it, violets and heliotrope are my favourite florals and they are front and center here, and the leather is more of a moccasin suede rather than a new car leather, making it soft and not at all nauseating. the violets are impressively lasting, and they are the exact kind of violet that i love, edible-sweet and powdery. the heliotrope radiates a warm floral glow, and there's an almost minty undercurrent to the entire composition that keeps it from becoming cloying. it reminds me of someone's well-loved suede purse, with a spilled tin of violet pastilles, a pack of mint chewing gum, and lingering floral perfume. elegant, but not trying too hard."
Fragrantica - "Himitsu Violets smells as if a candied violet accord was created from a 1:1 blend of iris and lilac. Perfectly blended, multifaceted, masterfully balanced. A supreme illustration of heliotrope. Floral forward. Realistic, honeyed florals. A hint reminiscent of Queen Anne’s Lace before it turns indolic. Delicacy counterbalanced by an ambery, gently musky, subtle suede backbone. Soft, warm, fresh, lightly powdery, slightly creamy, faintly tart, a tickle of spice. Gorgeous and addictive. Romantic with an edge. Serene, enchanting, and easy-wearing."
