Xanadu by Faberge: launched in 1969.
Xanadu's futuristic packaging was created by J. Landowne Co, Inc and made by Wallace Packaging Corporation of New York.
So what does it smell like? It is classified as an exotic floral oriental fragrance for women with a warm, woody amber base.
Harper's Bazaar, 1970:
New York Magazine - May 13, 1974:
The Magazine of Wall Street and Business Analyst, 1968:
Vogue, 1970:
Discontinued, date unknown. Though it was no longer considered a major line in the USA, Faberge continued selling Xanadu internationally in 1977.
Xanadu's futuristic packaging was created by J. Landowne Co, Inc and made by Wallace Packaging Corporation of New York.
Fragrance Composition:
So what does it smell like? It is classified as an exotic floral oriental fragrance for women with a warm, woody amber base.
- Top notes: bergamot, green notes, aquatic notes
- Middle notes: narcissus, jasmine, floral notes, herbal notes
- Base notes: cedar, amber, patchouli, musk, spices, vanilla, sandalwood, vetiver, oakmoss
Harper's Bazaar, 1970:
"There you will discover Xanadu Perfume, a fragrance so intense, you use it drop by precious drop. How far should a woman go for pure pleasure? All the way to Xanadu by Faberge."
New York Magazine - May 13, 1974:
"Xanadu Cologne Spray, the super-sexy scent in amethyst and silver cylinder, l oz. $3.75"
Xanadu Bath & Body Products:
Xanadu was available in a variety of products for body and bath including:
- Parfum
- Cologne Extraordinaire Splash
- Cologne Spray Extraordinaire
- Bath Perfume
- Whipped Cream Bubbling Milk Bath
- Hand & Body Moisture Lotion
- Luxury Bath Powder
- Luxury Bath Powder Spray
- Shampeau Liquid Lather
- Soap on a Rope
- Soap
The Magazine of Wall Street and Business Analyst, 1968:
"Early in 1969, Faberge will introduce Xanadu, a new concept in skin creams, toiletries and cosmetics for both sexes."
Vogue, 1970:
"Begin with BATHOSPHERE, a thirsty sponge ball, big and bouncy, created in Xanadu. Give it a generous snot of ... How far should a woman go for pure pleasured All the way to Xanadu by Faberge."
Fate of the Fragrance:
Discontinued, date unknown. Though it was no longer considered a major line in the USA, Faberge continued selling Xanadu internationally in 1977.