The Official House (1865–1930s)

After d’Orsay’s death, his heirs launched the perfume house in 1865. By the early 20th century, under Jeanne-Louise Guérin and later Jacques Guérin, it flourished with boutiques in Paris and New York, bottles by Lalique and Baccarat, and advertisements by artists like Jean Cocteau. By the 1930s, it was selling millions of bottles annually.

Decline & Dormancy (Mid-20th Century)

The brand’s momentum faded after WWII. By the 1980s it had lost much of its prestige and production scale.

Revival (1990s–2000s)

Relaunched in the 1990s and again in the 2000s by Marie Huet, who revived classics and refreshed packaging.

Modern Era (2015–Today)

Under Amélie Huynh, Maison d’Orsay has been reimagined as a heritage brand for modern love. Fragrances are crafted in France, unisex, and named after “states of love,” blending artistry, history, and contemporary storytelling.

In short: Born of a forbidden love, crowned in Belle Époque artistry, nearly forgotten, and now reborn — d’Orsay is a 200-year-old house that celebrates passion through timeless perfume.