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Deux femmes s’échangent un cadeau Galimard dans un salon décoré pour les fêtes, avec sapin illuminé et cheminée en arrière-plan.

Holiday gift ideas

Giving the gift of a perfume, a cosmetic, or a home fragrance by Galimard is much more than just a present: it is the gift of a moment, an emotion, a way of sharing the art of living of the Côte d’Azur. From our perfume house founded in Grasse in 1747, Parfumerie Galimard presents fragrant […]

Les six familles olfactives

The 6 Olfactive Families

A brief introduction for perfume lovers. In one of our latest articles we discussed the characteristics of traditionally masculine or feminine perfumes, with the conclusion that today these classifications are no longer necessary ; as we should wear the perfume we love without being influenced by marketing or fashion.   At Galimard we still have […]

Feuilles vertes de Patchouli

Patchouli

It’s name conjures memories of a groovy period of history not so long ago; the 60’s and 70’s is when Patchouli boogied down as the brick house of olfactive notes. Patchouli essence was often concentrated into small bottles, with just one or two drops enough to perfume the coolest cat all day long. Its association […]

Gift ideas for Saint-Valentin

Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day

Have you barely just unstuffed your Christmas stockings to discover that Cupid is looming around the corner, and you haven’t yet prepared a gift for your sweet Valentine? Forget the chocolate and flowers, Galimard has some great ideas to spice up your Valentine’s Day game. Here’s a quick gift guide to suit any Valentine : « […]

Livre de marque Maison de Parfums Galimard

The Galimard Brand Book

On the 275th anniversary of the Maison de Parfums Galimard, we invite you to discover the fascinating history surrounding the Lord of Seranon Jean de Galimard, founder of one of the first perfumeries in France. We have shared in this publication our values and engagements, as well as our missions, activities, and the vision of […]

Fleur tubéreuse

Tuberose

Among the emblematic flowers of the town of Grasse, rose and jasmine are the first to come to mind as they are deeply linked with the history and renown of the world capital of perfume. Today, we would like to introduce you to another flower. Slightly less utilized due to the intensity of its fragrance, […]

Galimard article de blog parfum masculin féminin

Why are perfumes often labeled “masculine” or “feminine?”

As our world and culture changes and develops, we have to ask the question : is it still relevant today to label a perfume as specifically made for men or women? Historically, perfumes « for men » have often been based on fragrances of wood and leather, smoky like vetiver, or inspired by the sea, lined with […]