We may not know this but a piece of clothing can have a far deeper meaning than just a cover for our skin and to protect our modesty. A symbol of longevity and good fortune, prosperity and growth, the traditional Japanese kimono offers more to the wearer than simply cloth on their back. It’s grounding, individualistic and a reminder of where we came from and who we hope to be. In fact, the kimono has a unique and extensive history worth sharing and also has become an inspiration for a scent, find out more in The Scented Kimono Photo Harry Stonhill Imagery Hajar Djouahra The first ancestors of the kimono date back to the Heian period in Japan (794-1192). Straight...
There are fragrances that live in a world that cross from simple scents to experiences in bottles, pulling on our desire to remember rather than banking on a wish to smell great, Encore Une Fois translates to "yet again", does it manage to pull on your memories? Let's Deep Dive. Encore opens up with a beautiful salty citrus, very oceany but less "beachy", aquatic without being blue, a tad pull of green comes from the violet and the leafy orange but make no mistake, this is about the salty tones and in that process opens up for a tad smoky, for a stronger orange vibe with a bit of sour bergamot, the petitgrain gives character with it's unique bitterness. The...
This month marks a milestone for us here at Art de Parfum - it's our 5th birthday! And what a journey it’s been! Over the last 5 years our collection has transformed and grown to seven incredible, ethical fragrances that all exude french sophistication. As we go forward we will continue to always create luxurious perfumes that are as green and innocent as possible to the environment and the wearer. "An idea means the beginning, staying in business means progress, but good old fashioned hard work means success. Stop running after waves and let the sea come to you! I’d like to extend a big thank you to everyone who has supported, guided and worked passionately for Art de Parfum" Happy...
We are very proud to be apart of a new series written by Parfumado called 'Female Founders' which highlights a selection of inspiring female perfumers.
