Inspiration: On turbulent seas, an inescapably transient pirate ship braves black waters, leagues deep in mystery. Black Phantom “Memento Mori” reveals its hidden treasures to the curious nose in waves.
Fragrance story: Rum accord from Martinique, akin to ‘pirates water’, spikes the scent of strong coffee at its heart, balanced by vetiver essence. A deadly bite of cyanide accord hides menacingly, like the smile from death itself. Smile back as sugar cane and dark, creamy sandalwood assures a trying journey holds a sweet reward.
A perfume like a heady sobriety. Ten years after commencing Haute Couture, French couturier, Marc-Antoine Barrois is launching his first perfume: B683. Building on the timeless and charismatic elegance of his mentors, with this perfume he reveals his most beautiful souvenirs as well as his world of contemporary designs. Ultimately, B683 is an invitation to explore…to travel on his planet where bespoke unique pieces collections, jewels and accessories meet a genius symbiosis of poetry and dreams with arts and crafts. Subtly combining refined woody essences, sensual spicy notes and heady smell of leather, avant-garde perfumer Quentin Bisch is signing a perfume both heady and sober modelled on the fantasy universe of the designer.
The notes of this eau de parfum are, at the top : saffron, black pepper, chili and nutmeg, at the heart : violet leaf, musk, cistus absolute, Moheli vanilla tincture and amber ; at the base sandalwood, patchouli, ambroxan and oakmoss.
The fragrances of the Maison MARC-ANTOINE BARROIS are the result of the meeting of two young designers. One is a couturier, the other a perfumer. Their childhood memories brought them together. Remembering captivating smells of the leather from an elegant attaché case or an immaculate desk blotter, of the distinct smells of wood during the regular gatherring, of fuel to warm the family home. The artistic skills of the former and the olfactory talent of the latter together sparked the magic of these beautiful fragrances. The perfumes and candles are made in France
An olfactive escape to a place of freedom and oblivion where nature overpowers all senses.
Top Notes: Mint, Orange Blossom, Galbanum.
Heart Notes: Vetiver, Moss, Ivy.
Base Notes: Patchouli, Myrrh, Dry Woods.
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.
An intensely warm and rich perfume, with an ambery whiskey character, and top notes of fruity rum and peach. Labdanum is at the heart, sweetened by clove and cinnamon. E Gourmande is a more masculine perfume, designed in a pair to be worn with the more feminine E Green Fougere.
The gently herbaceous notes of Thyme are toasted under soft, golden flames of Nutmeg, summoning the spirit of the East while alluding to the rustic idyll of bygone England. Cardamom, Nutmeg, Pimento and Artemisia oil combine in a potent tonic that navigates the Citrus notes of Bergamot, Lime, Sicilian Mandarin and Pink Grapefruit, lightening the fragrance to achieve a more refreshing finish. Mellow Tonka bean is fortified by the deep, rich textures of golden Amber, Sandalwood and Madagascan vanilla, rounding off the fragrance in smooth alabaster, polished in a light spritz of Musk.
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.
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.
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.
A combination of strength and harmony, Shagya surprises with its striking top notes and vigorous bergamot-red berry accord before giving way to the softness of the woody and tender notes of papyrus and musk.
An eau de parfum that is both complex and elegant, Darley opens to a tonic trio of lemon, bergamot and mint. Softened and rounded by a heart of rose, orange blossom, lavender, rosemary and cinnamon the fragrance then meets new depths with its rich foundation of sandalwood, guaiac wood, patchouli, amber and tonka. It is the perfect blend of fresh, aromatic and precious notes house in a gold bottle.
Every spring, Albert Fouquet went from Antibes on the French Rivera to the home of Alessandro and Chiara to share with them the splendid spectacle of colours and the wonderful aromas. Some months later, when Alessandro and Chiara were already settled in the Philippines, they were surprised by the best present that they could receive from their good friend.
An unique perfume that contained the freshness and the beauty of Provence.
