Pierre Guillaume – the chemist-poet of niche perfumery
Pierre Guillaume is a major figure in French niche perfumery, founder of his own house and a prolific creator. At Soleil d'Or, he created Esvedra for Laboratorio Olfattivo, a luminous aromatic wood. Discover his creation and his world of materials.
Pierre Guillaume is one of the great names of French niche perfumery. Trained in chemistry, he approaches composition like an experiment: rare materials, unexpected accords, worked textures. A prolific creator and founder of his own house, he established a style at once cerebral and sensual, where every perfume tells a story of materials.
Pierre Guillaume's creations at Soleil d'Or
Soleil d'Or presents Esvedra, a woody, aromatic composition he created for LABORATORIO OLFATTIVO, where his luminous reading of woods unfolds fully.
A woody and aromatic signature
His style favours woody and aromatic accords, built around materials such as cedar and vetiver, for a clean, vibrant result.
Who are Pierre Guillaume's perfumes for, and when to wear them?
His clear woody scents suit those looking for a perfume with character, wearable in any season. Those curious about this signature perfumery will also enjoy Bertrand Duchaufour and Luca Maffei.
How to choose your Pierre Guillaume perfume?
Hesitating over Esvedra is normal: niche perfumery is a personal matter. Our discovery box lets you test at home before choosing a bottle. For a hands-on experience, our shop at 22 rue de la Clef in Lille (France) welcomes you for a guided trial with our team.
Pierre Guillaume at Soleil d'Or, a Lille perfumery since 1953
Founded in 1953 by Jeanne Muyllaert on Lille's Grand'Place, Soleil d'Or is an independent perfumery passed down through the generations. Hubert Maes (third generation) steered it towards niche perfumery; today his daughters Victorine and Apolline Maes (fourth generation) uphold this standard at 22 rue de la Clef, Lille (59800), with expert advice, guided trials and our olfactory families guide.
Shipping & free in-store collection in Lille
In mainland France, Colissimo shipping is free from €49 to a pickup point and from €79 to your door. We also ship across Europe and worldwide. Free in-store collection at 22 rue de la Clef is the fastest and most economical option. All the details on our shipping page.
Frequently asked questions about Créations de Pierre Guillaume perfumes
Who is Pierre Guillaume?
Pierre Guillaume is a French niche perfumer, founder of his own house and a prolific creator, recognised for his experimental approach to raw materials.
