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Kif by Tonino Lamborghini c1981
Tonino Lamborghini’s choice of the name "Kif" for a perfume launched in 1981 reflects a blend of exotic allure and cultural significance. The word "Kif" carries rich connotations, especially in North...
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Parfums D'Hortys
The perfumery and cosmetic house was founded by Max Heidelberg in 1917, located at 100 avenue du Roule in Neuilly, Seine. Heidelberg’s establishment contributed to the flourishing French fragrance...
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Grandiflorum Perfumes Ltd., based in Berkeley, California, epitomized the art of natural perfumery by combining modern sensibilities with time-honored craftsmanship. The brand’s dedication to purity...
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4 Vents by Revillon c1950
In 1950, when Revillon launched the perfume "4 Vents" in France, the world was experiencing a period of recovery and transformation following the end of World War II. Europe, in particular, was...
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Parfums Guermantes
Parfums Guermantes was founded in 1936 by Claude Caron, a chemist and entrepreneur, at 24 rue de la Paix, Paris, one of the most prestigious shopping streets in the city. Caron, who also operated a...
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Subtilite by Houbigant c 1920
In 1920, the world was transitioning from the aftermath of World War I into a new era characterized by a mix of relief and burgeoning cultural movements. The Roaring Twenties had just begun, ushering...
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Eisenberg
Eisenberg of Chicago, IL, was a renowned name in the American fashion and beauty industry, known for its glamorous costume jewelry, clothing, and, by 1941, an equally sophisticated line of perfumes and...
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La Rose Jacqueminot by Coty c1902
During the Edwardian era, garden parties reigned as the epitome of social gatherings among the elite. These events, steeped in tradition and elegance, provided the perfect backdrop for showcasing the...
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Fantastique by D'Orsay c1952
The perfume "Fantastique" by Parfums D'Orsay was launched in 1952, a period marked by post-World War II recovery and a surge in optimism and creativity. This era saw the emergence of new social norms...
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Tocade by Rochas c1994
Tocade by Rochas was launched in 1994, a decade marked by significant cultural and social shifts. The early 1990s saw the aftermath of the economic boom of the 1980s, a period of optimism and...
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Plaisir by Parfums Raphael c1956
Launched in 1956, Plaisir by Parfums Raphael was positioned as a "younger" fragrance in contrast to its esteemed sibling, Replique. The name "Plaisir," derived from the French word for "pleasure,"...
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Dolme by LT Piver c1910
Launched in 1910 by the renowned French perfumery LT Piver, Dolmé carries a name that seems steeped in exoticism and cultural allure. The choice of "Dolmé" may have been inspired by Dolmabahçe Palace,...
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Balestra by Renato Balestra c1978
Renato Balestra, an Italian fashion designer renowned for his sophisticated couture, was known for his elegant, dramatic designs that blended timeless Italian craftsmanship with modern flair. By 1978,...
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Corrida by Louis Feraud c1966
Louis Féraud’s Corrida, originally launched in 1966 (with some sources incorrectly suggesting 1975), captures the essence of a bold, masculine fragrance tied to both its name and its composition. The...
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Cuir de Chasse by Etienne Aigner c1963
No. 1 Cuir de Chasse by Etienne Aigner, launched in 1963, carries a name steeped in tradition and luxury. The phrase "Cuir de Chasse" is French, translating to "hunting leather" in English and...
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Anthracite by Jacomo c1990
In 1990, Parfums Jacomo made a bold statement in the fragrance industry with the release of two distinct fragrances under the shared name Anthracite: one for men, labeled Pour L'Homme, and one for...
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Parfums Joncaire
A. Joncaire, Inc. was a short-lived American perfumery company that made a modest name for itself in the early 20th century, with its founding in 1918 at 72 Broad Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The...
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Village Bath by Minnetonka, Inc
1964: Village Bath Strawberry (The Pure Essence of Natural Strawberry)Launched in 1964, Village Bath Strawberry captures the essence of fresh, sun-ripened strawberries. This fragrance opens with the...
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Bijan for Women by Bijan c1986
Bijan by Bijan, the eponymous fragrance from the Iranian-American designer Bijan Pakzad, was launched in 1986 and introduced to the U.S. market in the spring of 1987. Developed in collaboration with...
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Profumo Di Montecatini by Princess Marcella Borghese c1987
Profumo Di Montecatini Natural Spa by Princess Marcella Borghese, launched in 1987, was inspired by the Princess's luxurious "Terme di Montecatini" treatment line, named after the world-renowned,...
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