Houbigant Les Matières: exceptional raw materials as soliflores
The soliflore collection of Houbigant Paris
The Les Matières collection is the soliflore line of Houbigant Paris, one of the oldest perfume houses in the world. Creations that each celebrate a single precious raw material, in the great French tradition of the pared-back olfactory portrait: peony, magnolia, iris, orange blossom.
The soliflores of the collection
Les Matières brings together Pivoine Souveraine, Pétales de Magnolia, Iris des Champs and Orangers en Fleurs — compositions that each spotlight one signature raw material, in the pure logic of the refined soliflore.
A logic of pared-back olfactory portraits
Les Matières follows the great French soliflore tradition: one material name, one precise olfactory reading, one rigorous execution. No unnecessary complications — a clear, identifiable signature that speaks to connoisseurs and newcomers alike. An ideal collection for wearing Houbigant without thematic hesitation, and for discovering how a heritage house treats a single raw material.
Who is Les Matières for, and when to wear it?
Les Matières is for lovers of legible floral perfumery, looking for identifiable, refined trails. The creations belong to the floral (Pivoine, Magnolia, Orangers), powdery (Iris) and citrus (Orangers) families, and shine in spring and mid-season. If you enjoy Les Matières, also explore Carrière Frères (contemporary French soliflores), the I Rigati Collection by Nobile 1942 and Goutal Paris — three other soliflore signatures at Soleil d'Or.
How to choose your Houbigant perfume?
Hesitating between Pivoine Souveraine and Iris des Champs is normal: niche perfumery is an intimate matter. Our discovery box lets you test at home before committing to a full bottle. For an in-person experience, our boutique at 22 rue de la Clef in Lille (France) welcomes you for a guided trial with our team.
The Les Matières collection by Houbigant at Soleil d'Or, Lille perfumery since 1953
At Soleil d'Or, an independent Lille perfumery founded in 1953, Apolline and Victorine Maes (fourth generation of the family) and their team welcome you to discover the whole Les Matières collection by Houbigant, with expert advice and guided trials.
Shipping & free in-store pickup
In mainland France, shipping is free from €49 to a relay point and from €79 to your home; we also ship across Europe and worldwide. Live in Lille or nearby? Free in-store pickup at 22 rue de la Clef is the fastest and most economical option. Full conditions on our shipping page.
