The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Des Salins arrived in 2011 from Enrico Buccella. For this fragrance, the composition moves between a salt breeze and a field of spring flowers, balancing brightness with softness. Citrus and spice catch the light first, giving the opening a fresh, gently sharpened quality. Lily of the valley introduces a clear floral pulse, while ylang-ylang gives it a creamy depth that keeps the arrangement from feeling too stark. Lime adds a tart freshness as the scent settles, and Musk rests close to the skin with a clean, soft finish. It isn't a literal postcard, but it captures the freedom of open air and the brightness of flowers seen against the horizon.
The unusual part is the balance between vivid and gentle. Citrus fruits and spices make the opening feel alive rather than simply sour, while lily of the valley supplies a clear floral accent instead of heavy petals. Ylang-ylang adds creamy depth beneath that brightness, giving the floral notes a rounded, slightly tropical texture. As the composition develops, lime contributes a fresh-tart edge and Musk gives it a soft, skin-like finish. Together, these notes create a marine floral with enough structure to feel composed, yet enough air around it to feel effortless and refreshing.
The evolution
The opening arrives with real movement: citrus fruits cut through the air, and spices add a clean, zingy warmth rather than turning the composition heavy. As those facets settle, lily of the valley rises through the center, creating a soft white-floral field. Ylang-ylang rounds it with a creamy, slightly tropical texture, so the heart feels less like a bouquet and more like flowers moving in sea air. During the drydown, lime keeps a fresh edge alive while Musk settles into the skin with a gentle, powdery warmth. The result moves from sparkling freshness into a clean musky floral trace that still recalls the coast.
Cultural impact
Des Salins sits naturally among airy aquatic scents, balancing citrus, spice, floral softness, and musky warmth in a composed floral profile. Citrus fruits and spices give the opening a lively clarity, while lily of the valley and ylang-ylang create a smooth, creamy heart. Lime refreshes the composition as it develops, and Musk leaves a soft trace close to the skin. The result is a marine floral that feels polished and airy, with enough freshness to invite repeated exploration.
The House
Les Voiles DeplieesLes Voiles Dépliées is a niche fragrance house established in 2011 by Enrico Buccella, an Italian perfumer with an established reputation for atmospheric, narrative-driven scents. Based on Buccella's previous work with lines like Cerchi Nell'Acqua and Sigilli, the brand carries forward a sensibility for olfactory storytelling that evokes specific places, moods, and memories. The collection comprises nine perfumes, each named with evocative references to landscapes, emotions, and sensory experiences. Notable works include Eau Saharienne, Des Salins, and Flowers & Things, which demonstrate a range from desert-inspired warmth to coastal freshness. The brand operates within Laboratorio Olfattivo's distribution network, positioning its creations within reach of niche fragrance collectors seeking singular, artist-driven compositions rather than mass-market accessibility.
The Creator
Enrico BuccellaBuccella’s signature technique blends bright top notes with a creamy heart and a lingering base that often features vanilla, amber, or orris. He layers fruit such as banana, pineapple, or berries over a veil of milky accords, then anchors the composition with vetiver, sandalwo…
