Sun Moon Stars by Karl Lagerfeld c1994
Sun Moon Stars by Karl Lagerfeld: launched in 1994. Created by Sophia Grojsman of IFF.Karl Lagerfeld was inspired to create the perfume by his love of high quality paper. He states that "Sun, Moon and...
View ArticleVendetta by Valentino c1991
Also known as Vendetta Donna. Created by the perfumers from IFF.Fragrance Composition:So what does it smell like? It is classified as an intensely fruity floral fragrance for women. Top notes:Â orange...
View ArticleMistigri by Jacques Griffe c1953
Mistigri by Jacques Griffe: launched in 1953.Fragrance Composition:So what does it smell like? It is classified as a spicy green fragrance for women.Top notes: rosemary, green note, sage, citrus note,...
View ArticleShalimar by Guerlain c1925
Shalimar perfume was originally created in 1921 by Guerlain. It was re-released during the Art Deco Exhibition in Paris in 1925. I have separate blog posts on Shalimar bottles and its flanker scents on...
View ArticleGloria Swanson and Perfume
Famous actress Gloria Swanson was a collector of perfume bottles. Only a few photos survive showing her with some, mostly from her films. I wonder if she supplied her own bottles to be used during...
View ArticleDiorling by Christian Dior c1963
Diorling by Christian Dior: created by Paul Vacher and launched in 1963. The name Diorling was a play on Darling. Christian Dior adored all things British and this was his take on how the upper classes...
View ArticleIntoxication by D'Orsay c1938
Intoxication by D'Orsay: launched in 1938."Intoxication, the champagne fragrance that whispers 'Someone lovely has just passed by' wearing Intoxication".Fragrance Composition:So what does it smell...
View ArticleAdolfo by Frances Denney c1978
Adolfo by Frances Denney: launched in 1978. Created as the signature fragrance for Adolfo Sardina, the Cuban born fashion designer.  He had a salon at 36 East 57th Street in New York.  Sardina, who has...
View ArticleL’Ardente Nuit by Corday c1930
L’Ardente Nuit by Corday: launched in 1930. The name means "The Fiery Night" in French. It was suggested to be worn with "rich fabrics and furs."1936 prices:Large bottle $38.50Smaller bottle...
View ArticleL'Ambre de Carthage by Isabey c1924
L'Ambre de Carthage by Isabey: launched in 1924. Originally created by perfumer Jean Jacques as a woman's perfume.The name evoking the ancient Tunisian city of Carthage.Fragrance Composition:So what...
View ArticleDaniel de Fasson by Daniel de Fasson c1990
Daniel de Fasson by Daniel de Fasson: launched in 1990 in association with Parlux SA. . Also known as Daniel de Fasson pour Femme.Fragrance Composition:So what does it smell like? It is classified as...
View ArticleMisha by Mikhail Baryshnikov c1989
Misha by Mikhail Baryshnikov1989. His nickname; in association with Richard Barrie Fragrances.It took seven months to come up with the combination of ingredients that make up Misha. " I want to like it...
View ArticleParfum Rare by Jacomo c1985
Parfum Rare by Jacomo: launched in 1985. Created by IFF.Product Marketing for Beauty Industry Retailers & Manufacturers, 1985:"Jacomo offers Parfum Rare. Parfum Rare, a chypre-oriental fragrance...
View ArticleMyth of Saso by Shiseido c1980
Myth of Saso: launched in 1980. It is dedicated to the ancient legend of the beautiful queen Kohi.From Shiseido:"Once upon a time, he lived in the light of a beautiful queen. Her extraordinary beauty...
View ArticleElysium by Clarins c1993
Elysium by Clarins: launched in 1993.Fragrance Composition:So what does it smell like? It is classified as a fruity floral fragrance for women. A delicate floral bouquet, sparkling fruity notes, and...
View ArticleParadis by Saks Fifth Avenue c1982
Paradis by Saks Fifth Avenue: launched in 1982. Paradis was Sak's own private label perfume, which they claimed was created to be a reflection of Saks Fifth Avenue and the Saks Fifth Avenue woman. This...
View ArticleJaipur by Boucheron c1994
Jaipur by Boucheron: launched in 1994. Created by Sophia Grojsman and Jean-Pierre Mary. The perfume was named after a village in India that was once home to the Maharajah of Patiala.Fragrance...
View ArticleKai Sang by Corday c1924
Kai Sang by Corday: launched in 1924. The name may mean "To Be Triumphant" in Chinese.Fragrance Composition:So what does it smell like? It is classified as a floral oriental fragrance for women. Top...
View ArticleJe Reviens by Worth c1932
Je Reviens by Worth: launched in 1932. Created by Maurice Blanchet.Fragrance Composition:So what does it smell like? It is classified as an aldehydic floral fragrance for women.Top notes: aldehydes,...
View ArticleParfumerie Hera
Parfumerie Hera, also known as Parfums Hera, established by Marthe-Jeanne Thibault at 81-83 rue de Cherzy, Neuilly, Seine in 1910; cosmetic, perfumes and toiletries. The company also sold gold tipped...
View Article