The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Sous le Soleil was launched in 2024 by MABRA PARFUMS, with Brahim Mohamed composing the scent. Its name means “under the sun,” and the official description places it firmly in summer: floral, summery, and sunny, with a smooth, fine, subtle monoï accord. The brief was less about a single captured moment than the feeling of days beneath the sun and the softer atmosphere of summer evenings. That makes the composition an atmosphere piece, built around gentle interactions between fresh jasmine and creamy monoï. Jasmine brings a clean floral character, while monoï softens the impression with a smooth, rounded texture. Together, they create a subtle and refined expression suited to the warmth and brightness associated with the sun.
The interesting choice is restraint. A single prominent jasmine note could read as a conventional floral, but the subtle monoï accord redirects it toward tropical, creamy territory. Its effect is sunscreen-adjacent, which makes the fragrance feel instantly seasonal and physically present rather than abstract. Peru Balsam then adds a balsamic anchor beneath that brightness. The result is a compact three-note structure that emphasizes texture and mood over a crowded pyramid.
The evolution
Jasmine arrives first with a clean, luminous floral impression. As the opening softens, monoï becomes the main character, introducing a rounded creaminess that recalls sun oil and skin that has spent the afternoon outside. The floral character remains present as the composition develops, while the creamy accord gives it a smoother and more tactile quality. In the drydown, Peru Balsam introduces a quiet balsamic depth, giving the floral center more weight without losing its summery ease. The jasmine and monoï move together gradually, balancing freshness with a soft, creamy finish. As the fragrance settles, the balsamic note becomes more apparent, leaving a gentle, warm impression that remains recognizably floral and sunny.
Cultural impact
Sous le Soleil connects the brightness of summer with the intimate sensory language of jasmine and monoï. Its floral character is immediately clear, while the smooth, fine, subtle monoï accord adds a rounded creaminess that makes the scent feel refined and cohesive. Peru Balsam lends the composition a balsamic foundation, balancing the freshness of jasmine with a softer depth. The result is a fragrance shaped around warmth, light, and easy summer wear, inviting discovery through its clean floral heart and distinctive creamy accord.
The House
MABRA PARFUMSMABRA PARFUMS is a boutique fragrance house that crafts limited‑edition scents by hand in a small atelier. Founded by Brahim Mohamed, the label releases each perfume in modest batches, allowing the creator to oversee every step from raw material selection to bottling. The collection, which includes Ayiti – The Earthy (2024) and Honey Like – The Ambery (2025), balances regional inspirations with a contemporary nose, offering collectors a focused yet evolving palette.
The Creator
Brahim MohamedTechnically, Mohamed favors a modular approach, layering a clear top note, a textured heart, and a grounding base that together create a sense of continuity. He leans on synthetic musks and ambergris‑inspired molecules to craft the ‘addictive’ pull he describes, while groundin…








































