Universal Flowering Saffron Flour Eau de Parfum

You are plush fantasy, held in the gentle hush of rice powder-puff and terracotta suede, your laughter flickering by tealight. Month by month.

In May, silk sheets of red unfurl behind dusty windows—roses pressed into memory. June brings the hush of summer, a single syllable of quiet. By July, you crush almonds for the dough, careful to save the water from the roses. August is elastic, luxuriant, stretching into itself. September: you crack open saffron lilies no one else noticed, gathering gold for the harvest. October arrives, and your touch—soft as a lamb—transforms everything it meets.

Notes: Saffron, Rose Water, Horchata, Butter, Ambrette

Universal Flowering is a niche perfume brand created by perfumer Courtney Rafuse. The brand’s fragrances are inspired by Rafuse’s memories, both past and future, and explore themes of liminality and eroticism. Her unique approach often incorporates synesthesia in the formulation process.

Rafuse is known for her collaborations with visual artists, fashion designers, and writers. Her work has gained recognition in various media outlets, including Nylon, Airmail, The Toronto Star, and BBC Radio.

In May 2024, Universal Flowering released “Seduction Theory,” a jasmine-centric perfume inspired by projection, fantasy, and Sigmund Freud’s abandoned theories. This launch showcases the brand’s commitment to creating thought-provoking and emotionally resonant scents.

Rafuse is also the co-founder of Gumamina, a side project launched in December 2023 in collaboration with fellow perfumer Marissa Zappas. This venture further demonstrates her innovative approach to perfumery and her ability to create unique olfactory experiences.