Houbigant Les Matières – Exceptional raw materials in soliflores

Houbigant Les Matières: exceptional raw materials in soliflores

The art of the soliflore by Houbigant

Les Matières is the soliflore collection of Houbigant Paris, maison founded in 1775. Four creations that celebrate one exceptional raw material, in the great tradition of the soliflore — that art of perfumery which highlights a single note rather than building a complex bouquet.

The four creations of Les Matières

Les Matières brings together Pivoine Souveraine, Iris des Champs, Rose Bouquet and Orangers en Fleurs — four soliflores that explore the noble flowers of haute parfumerie: peony, iris, rose and orange blossom.

A reading of soliflore loyal to heritage

Les Matières cultivates a unique approach within Houbigant: the noble raw material as the sole subject of the perfume. Where the Quelques Fleurs Collection celebrates the multi-floral bouquet, Les Matières conversely returns to the source — the raw material captured in its purest expression. A complementary reading that demonstrates the writing range of the maison.

Who is Les Matières for, and when to wear it?

Les Matières speaks to lovers of refined floral perfumery, who appreciate the lisibility and elegance of soliflores. Creations sit in the floral, powdery and hesperidic families, and shine particularly in spring and summer. If you enjoy Les Matières, you will also want to explore the Atelier des Ors Collection Blanche, Goutal Paris and the Laboratorio Olfattivo in Fiore — three other refined floral signatures at Soleil d'Or.

How to choose your Houbigant fragrance?

Hesitating between Pivoine Souveraine and Iris des Champs is natural — 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.

Les Matières by Houbigant at Soleil d'Or, Lille-based perfumery since 1953

At Soleil d'Or, an independent Lille-based perfumery founded in 1953, Apolline and Victorine Maes (fourth generation of the family) and their team welcome you to discover the entire les matières by houbigant, with expert guidance and guided trials.

Free shipping & in-store pickup

We offer free shipping over €60 in mainland France, and we ship across Europe and worldwide. Live in Lille or the metropolitan area? Free in-store pickup at 22 rue de la Clef is the fastest and most economical option. Full conditions on our shipping policy page.