Accentuated by the perfumer’s delicate sleight of hand, tinctures of Rhubarb and Peach mix with bold strains of Mandarin and Bergamot; clean white expanses off-set against the deep azure of a Mediterranean sky.
Jasmine – an ancient symbol of grace and elegance – is plucked before dawn to retain its scent and combined with Rose, Orris, Narcissus, Lily of the Valley and Tuberose, guiding the senses towards the heart of the Nile Delta.
Sweet, voluptuous notes of Vanilla and Cashmeran Musk envelop wearers in a warm zephyr, stirring the grassier tones of Patchouli, Rum and Sandalwood underfoot.
Forest textures of Sandalwood and Cedar wood are elevated by an infusion of citrus and spice.
Peach and aromatic Lavender bridge the fruitiness of Petitgrain and pressed Citrus fruit with combined spices Rosemary, Black Pepper and Nutmeg, creating the perfect segue into a complex heart and base.
The heart packs a bold, herbaceous punch. True to its legacy in the military strategies of Emperor Nero, who used it to energize his troops, Clary Sage is infused with Jasmine, Neroli and Musk to give vitality and strength.
Arboreal notes of Cedar wood, Sandalwood and Freesia temper richer surface notes, planting the fragrance in the fertile English countryside and transporting wearers to the heart of the forest.
One of the world’s rarest and most expensive spices, cool, fresh Cardamom joins fiery Pink Pepper, Ginger and Bergamot in an explosive blend of top notes that immediately enliven the senses.
Rich oil derived from the heart of the Iris flower – a symbol of strength – produces a smooth and silky centre, around which agile notes of Violet and Cinnamon pique the senses, summoning the rich textures of the bazaar.
Coarser textures of Vetiver and Tree moss are sweetened by the delicate touch of Vanilla, balancing the hotter tones of Cinnamon above to create an earthy base reminiscent of the dewy ground at daybreak.
“V” Fruity Floral is based on more feminine notes. With bergamot, black pepper and frankincense it is brimming with aromatic allure. At its heart is a clean jasmine note, complimented by top notes of cassis and palmarosa. The perfume is light and clean before richer notes of dark plum and ylang ylang take over. “V” Fruity Floral is designed in a pair to be worn with “V” Amber Fougere.
The fresh citrus top notes of bergamot and mandarin is combined with touches of red fruits and sparkling spices such as cardamom and pink pepper – bringing to life a feminine perfume with a jasmine and rose heart. Designed in a pair to be worn with the more masculine I Amber Oriental.
Mandarin offers a juicy, fresh edge to C Woody Leather. Originated from China where it’s regarded a symbol of good fortune.
Known as “The King of Spices” and “Red Gold” saffron is native to Southeast Asia. The beautiful purple flowers herald the first sign of spring even though it is not harvested until the autumn.
Dry, smoky and warm on first impressions, tobacco excuses notes of maple and caramel. Beautiful when partnered with Oudh and leather, it adds a distinctive masculine element.
Musk and amber diffuse into the heart of vibrant spices, warm divan and rich dried fruits.The base of this perfume comprises aromatic fir balsam, mosses and atlas cedar. This perfume is based on more masculines notes with oakwood and a whiskey facet combined with apple and juniper. I Amber Oriental is designed in a pair to be worn with the more feminine I Woody Floral.
Mingling woody, resinous notes with the uplifting and exciting scent of Cassis beautifully captured in a perfume of stunning vintage and theatrical quality. V Amber Fougere is based on more masculine notes with a White Pepper heart. Smoky Vetiver is adding depth and dry Amber is adding warmth and richness to the perfume. Designed in a pair to be worn with the more feminine V Fruity Floral.
In deference to some of the Rococo period’s most loved icons, Noble VIII Magnolia draws on the sweet femininity of the pink used throughout the era and on the delicacy of the beloved moss rose; echoes of the frivolity of the time are picked up in the use of sweetpea and in the Chinoiserie design resplendent on the packaging. While the top notes of bergamot, cassis and mandarin provide a refreshingly green tang, the heart notes, compromising of a combination of rose, magnolia, cinnamon and clove give it a heady spiciness that shrouds the wearer in a veil of intoxicating fragrance. A woody base of sandalwood and oakmoss give it a gently earthy finish.
Plum, White Peach, Lemon and Mandarin form a succulent mix accentuated by hints of Iris and Pimento Oil, draping deeper and more sensuous notes in a fine veil of femininity.
Renowned aphrodisiac Ylang-Ylang is also the definitive scent of East Asia. Here it is plucked before dawn to retain its potency and imbued with the iridescent hues of Vintage Iris, Rose and Carnation.
Sweet, comforting Madagascan Vanilla forms the base of this fragrance, plunging floral notes in a rich cream infused with Musk, Amber and the mellow Tonka Bean.
A sultry and intoxicating blend with 25% Perfume Concentration. This white floral perfume is built on a a shameless blaze of tuberose, known as “The Fragrance of the Night” and symbolic of dangerous love, tuberose is lauded for its heady scent and lingers with a powdery medicinal tone. Top notes of rose envelope orange flower, climbing towards ylang-ylang and jasmine. A sweet intoxicating floral with a creamy sandalwood, warm Amber and Tonka Bean base. Ecstatic indulgence awaits…
Fiery red metal, cool to the touch. Luminous berries atop darkened leaves. COPPER is an olfactive interrogation of perceived differences and their harmonious alignment.
A blend of distinct olfactive components: vivid pinks positioned against deep greens. Bright contrasts reveal new clarity. Ingredients found across the globe find unity in a single scent.
Fresh galbanum harvested atop the Iranian mountains; luminous peppercorns picked in Peru; rhizomes of spicy Madagascan ginger distilled into oil.
Like rust corroding a golden sheen, with time COPPER evolves on the skin.
Encased within a copper vessel, organically formed and industrially made, COPPER transforms contradictions into compatibility. The subversive spirit of Comme des Garçons explored through scent.