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...
View ArticleParfums 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...
View ArticleGrandiflorum Perfumes Ltd.
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...
View Article4 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...
View ArticleParfums 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...
View ArticleSubtilite 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...
View ArticleEisenberg
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...
View ArticleLa 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...
View ArticleFantastique 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...
View ArticleTocade 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...
View ArticlePlaisir 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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