Clementine and Edward Steal a Painting by Maison Millais

Clementine and Edward Steal a Painting: A New Fragrance from Maison Millais

Maison Millais has unveiled Clementine and Edward Steal a Painting, an aromatic fruity fragrance for women and men, arriving in 2026. The composition was created by perfumer Richard Herpin and carries the house’s flair for storytelling through scent.

The opening pairs frankincense, black pepper and liqueur, while the heart reveals immortelle, geranium and sambac jasmine. Patchouli, guaiac wood and musk form the base, grounding the fragrance in warm, woody depth.

With its aromatic fruity family, this perfume strikes an intriguing balance between bright spice and quiet warmth. The first impression is crisp and slightly balsamic, thanks to frankincense and black pepper, with a softening hint of liqueur. Then the florals emerge: immortelle lends a honeyed, hay-like character, geranium adds a green crispness, and sambac jasmine brings a silky white-floral touch.

The base is where the composition settles into its most sensual register. Patchouli, guaiac wood and musk create a smooth, slightly resinous foundation. The brand cites a wide range of accords—fresh spice, warm spice, woody, amber, herbal, aromatic, patchouli, sweet, balsamic and white floral—which gives some idea of its complexity.

Although it is a new launch for 2026, the scent avoids feeling overly fleeting or trend-driven. It has a classic structure elevated by unexpected details, and it unfolds gradually on the skin. The title suggests a stolen painting, and the perfume has a similar magnetic quality: something you want to keep returning to.

Maison Millais entrusts the composition to Richard Herpin, whose work here feels precise and generous at once. It works well across seasons, though the warm woody base will likely shine in cooler weather.

Those who appreciate unisex perfumes with an artistic edge will find much to enjoy here. It suits anyone who likes spicy, balsamic florals with a woody backdrop, and who wants a fragrance that feels both confident and refined.

Clementine and Edward Steal a Painting is a persuasive piece of olfactory storytelling. It balances light and shade, spice and sweetness, in a way that feels beautifully composed. A memorable release from Maison Millais—and, in every sense, a bit of a steal.