Aimez - Moi

Caron is a perfumer known for her elegant, romantic fragrances, and these scents seem to tell love stories through their names. N’ Aimez Que Moi (1916) is interpreted as "Love Only Me," while Aimez Moi (1996) translates to "Love Me." The 2020 version, Aimez Moi Comme Je Suis, means "Love Me As I Am." All of these are part of Caron’s collection. It’s a simple, unpretentious scent that’s easygoing. Aimez Moi is often compared to a violet fantasy. It opens with spicy star anise and has warm, balsamic sweetness with a touch of licorice. The floral bouquet is rich with roses, jasmine, and lots of violets. Violets bring freshness, a green note, and a powdery aspect to the scent. There’s also a subtle fruity undertone that adds charm. It feels light and chic, perfect for spring or fall days. Overall, it’s a classic women’s perfume that takes you on a dreamy, floral journey.

Aimez-Moi is one of those perfumes where your experience can vary greatly based on your skin chemistry and how long the bottle has been stored. Unfortunately, it tends to expire quickly—even when kept in a dark place—and can become quite overpowering with an anisic sharpness that’s almost overwhelming. However, if you manage to get a good bottle or your body chemistry works well with it, it transforms into a smooth, creamy vanilla scent complemented by subtle garden herbal notes.

The Aimez-Moi perfume is a perfect blend of softness and lightness, making it feel witty and merry. I'm a big fan of violet-based fragrances that don't overpower but instead mix well with other elements like spices and herbs to create a sophisticated scent. It's elegant yet not too heavy, giving it a modern twist without the cliché vibe of some classic violets. I love how Aimez-Moi combines violet with shimmering layers of spices and woods, making it feel structured and complex. The blend isn't flowery but rich and layered, which I really appreciate. I find it's best enjoyed during colder days, where the crisp air complements its fresh, sophisticated vibe. It's not too sentimental or Victorian-like; instead, it feels refreshingly modern. Overall, I absolutely adore Aimez-Moi!

A dreamy, dusty violet scent surrounded by sandalwood, amber, and vanilla, with whispers of anise and mint to add intrigue—and they really do! It’s like a poem come to life, reminiscent of Keats’ ode to Fanny. Picture a girl reading a special letter on a flowery blue carpet in a Jane Campion film. The violets might not matter; it’s the image that lingers. The moment is brief: silence, light, and a fleeting scent. Can we capture it? No, we can’t—it vanishes as quickly as it appears. Yet everyone around you will likely raving about its beauty—a mix of floral notes and woodsy undertones, with a powdery richness that feels almost magical. It’s the kind of scent that could belong to a young fairy in a long, light dress, pondering where to place her magic wand—or an adult woman wanting to wrap herself in warmth and safety. While it doesn’t last as long as some perfumes, its soft sillage still creates an atmosphere. It’s romantic, almost introspective, like an unspoken emotion or a lingering impression. It’s beauty in a bottle, something that feels almost too perfect to believe.

For some reason, when I smell it, it brings to mind a scent reminiscent of liquorice. Though I really enjoy it, I find it elegant and refined, with a touch of femininity. It becomes softer over time, and the drydown is particularly impressive.