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Artistic perfumes: Six new niche fragrances of 2021

June 29, 2021 by Editorial Team

PATCHOULI CANNELLE by La Closerie des Parfums

Patchouli Cannelle fragrance by La Closerie des Parfums.

La Closerie des Parfums takes its name from these secret gardens set up in Paris in the eighteenth century. Trees, plants and flowers created an array of aromatic alcoves: inspiration was everywhere. During each blooming season, essences always mingled into new compositions. The Closerie is a garden of the senses and a door to imagination. When it offered a fragrance, it revealed a new horizon. Patchouli Cannelle by La Closerie des Parfums is a cosy, sensual moment equal to an olfactory caress. On the deep, heady base of patchouli, cinnamon, the queen of spices, emits delicate Oriental wisps. Patchouli Cannelle by La Closerie des Parfums is a comforting fragrance that warms skin and mind.

La Closerie des Parfums Oud Hair & Body Mist.
With their light application and small bottle, the mists create a convenient daily perfume routine. They leave a soft, fresh lingering fragrance and can be reapplied to the hair and skin several times throughout the day. Applied in combination with other La Closerie des Parfums fragrances, they enhance the intensity of the oud.

Close to Midnight perfume by Musicology.

For the night-owls, this fragrance mixes mysterious amber and coffee with intense, addictive and amazing inflections. From pressure comes a delightful seduction. The delicate sensuality of jasmine meets the strong addiction to coffee. The sound rises, the temperature too… This unique gourmand combination is magnified by the volcano labdanum and the tonka bean. Finally, musks always bring more modernity to this amber composition.

Ignacio Figueras Perfume Collection

Representing the brotherhood of kindred spirits, Ignacio Figueras Perfume Collection is a very exclusive line comprised of six scents inspired by Nacho Figueras lifestyle, emotions and colors of six international polo tournament destinations — Buenos Aires, Palm Beach, Aspen, Windsor, Jaipur and Dubai. Sometimes called the “David Beckham of polo”, Ignacio Figueras an Argentine polo player with a 6-goal handicap.

Each scent has notes and portray the stories connected to these grand exotic polo locations, such as the southern nights in Palm Beach, fiery evenings in Aspen, and the stillness of dawn in Jaipur sharing Nacho’s passion for travel, polo and his family.

Windsor by Ignacio Figueras:
Layer this floral scent with other perfumes from the brand’s arsenal The Windsor eau de parfum is formulated to transport the wearer to a field of wildflowers where serenity peaks. Enriched with bergamot, Saffiano leather, honeysuckle and cedarwood, this aromatic-floral scent will inspire you for years to come. Windsor represents the very best of men and women in their creations.

Sottosopra perfume by Cale Fragranze d’Autore.

This niche fragrance will turn your world upside down. Do not worry about this. How do you know that the side you are used to is better than the one to come?

Sottosopra was one of the winners of the minority Niche Perfumery Awards (mNPA) 2020. This Cale Fragrance d’Autore perfume has obtained the prestigious award in the Best Independent Niche Perfumes category, the unique fragrance of an Italian brand to have been selected among the finalists of the competition. The minority Niche Perfumery Awards (mNPA) is the only event in China that is in charge of awarding a pize to the best fragrances belonging exclusively to the artistic perfumery sector and are co-sponsored by Firmenich, the largest perfume and aromas company in the world, based in Geneva.

Gunpowder Cologne by Urban Scents

A modern interpretation of lasting vigor with a refreshing infusion of green tea, Italian bergamot essence and lavender, followed by light wooden notes and a taste of velvet musk.

Chanel announces new N°5 packaging and new makeup and skincare for men

June 24, 2021June 24, 2021 by Editorial Team

Chanel Factory 5. N°5 is getting new anniversary packaging. 5 days until the grand opening. N°5 celebrates 100 years of celebrity in 2021. To mark the occasion, the iconic Chanel fragrance will be presented in new packaging as part of a limited edition collection. Called Factory 5 Collection, the re-imagined fragrance will be unveiled … Read more

La Samaritaine reopens with largest beauty space in Europe and Cheval Blanc first urban hotel

June 25, 2021June 24, 2021 by Editorial Team

Samaritaine reopens after an exceptional renovation.

La Samaritaine opening photos ©Gabriel de la Chapelle ©Bobby Allin

From Art Nouveau to a new vision of luxury: La Samaritaine luxury department store promises to be the new destination of Parisian elegance.

The new Samaritaine Paris Pont-Neuf high-end department store once again welcomes the public. The inaugural ceremony on 21 June, 2021 was held in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo and Bernard Arnault, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LVMH.

The extensive restoration and renovation worksite spanning 70,000 square meters in the heart of the French capital mobilized numerous skilled artisans – painters, sculptors, gilders, ironworkers and more. At its peak, 800 craftspeople were working together at the site.

Instantly identifiable by the new undulating glass façade on the rue de Rivoli – designed by the Japanese firm Sanaa,
winner of the prestigious Pritzker Prize for architecture in 2010 – the Samaritaine has regained its stunning fully glass roof with an Eiffel style iron frame. The breathtaking 37-meter by 20-meter structure was designed in 1907 by architect Frantz Jourdain. Equally sumptuous are the Art Nouveau enameled lava stone ceramics, the monumental staircase and a sublime 115-meter-long peacock mural designed by Francis Jourdain.

The “Samaritaine Paris Pont-Neuf” department store was designed and operated by the world’s leading luxury travel
retailer DFS Group (in which LVMH holds a majority stake). Some 600 brands, from iconic names in luxury to exclusive designers, punctuate La Samaritaine portfolio.

“No other department store has such compelling links to the two faces of Paris, one engaged with the historic economic vitality of the recently renovated Les Halles and the other overlooking the Seine, offering the most beautiful view of the world’s most beautiful city. The completion of this project, which both creates jobs and promotes a unique Parisian art de vivre around the world, is also a great source of pride for our Group in France and in Paris. Many of our Maisons were founded in Paris, where we intend to make an active contribution to economic recovery, as well as the worldwide appeal of France,” commented Bernard Arnault, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LVMH.

“The renaissance of the Samaritaine is a collective success that has mobilized some 3,000 people. We also feel great pride in restoring access to a historical monument that has always been at the forefront of its times and holds a special place in the hearts of Parisians,” stated Jean-Jacques Guiony, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Samaritaine.

Visitors will discover, among other things the largest beauty space in continental Europe, “Loulou” and “Rivoli” Concept stores, beauty studio and spa, 12 restaurants featuring exclusive concepts, and a private shopping experience amidst artwork called L’Appartement.

The “Voyage” space, with 1,000 square meters under the building’s iconic Art Nouveau glass roof is proposing a blend of gastronomy, art and memorable experiences.

Beyond its innovative contemporary architecture, the new Samaritaine showcases an eclectic and richly historical
heritage, from Art Nouveau to Art Déco. At the same time, the project is emblematic of the new vision of sustainable luxury championed by LVMH through its LIFE 360 environmental program. All the buildings have been certified to the most demanding environmental standards* and limit energy consumption through the use of cutting-edge materials and low-consumption lighting.

Cheval Blanc Paris

Another essential part of the Samaritaine project is Cheval Blanc Paris, the Maison’s first urban hotel (facing the Quai du Louvre), which will welcome its first guests on September 7, 2021. The interiors of its 72 rooms and suites were created by renowned American architect and designer Peter Marino. He transformed the Art Déco building overlooking the Seine into a celebration of Parisian art de vivre.

The Samaritaine is also an exceptional mixed-use urban project, bringing fresh energy to Paris’ Right Bank.

LVMH’s positive impact on the local economy is further demonstrated by close to 3,000 jobs. Each day 1,700 workers will bring to life the DFS department store.

The buildings – which meet the most demanding environmental standards – also house a nursery with space for 80
children and 96 public housing units (operated by Paris Habitat). Located between the Louvre and Les Halles, the
Samaritaine complex plays a pivotal role in the renaissance of the neighborhood, including a pedestrian square with direct access to the famous Pont Neuf bridge.

©Gabriel de la Chapelle
©Bobby Allin

Hortus Deliciarum: Gucci’s second garden of jewels is inhabited by magical beasts

July 6, 2021June 23, 2021 by Editorial Team

Named Hortus Deliciarum, Latin for ‘Garden of Delights’, Gucci’s second High Jewelry collection presented in a campaign starring Jodie Turner-Smith draws on the symbolic motifs that are dear to Alessandro Michele and Gucci, taken from the extensive and multifarious canon of the luxury House’s iconography.

Gucci Hortus Deliciarum 2021 High Jewelry collection; @Gucci

This new collection evokes the inherent splendor of Mother Nature, Gucci’s ultimate muse—and the universal beauty of the sky.

This eclectic line is distinguished by its kaleidoscopic palette, a reflection of the mercurial sky and its shifting hues and constellations. The collections takes its cue from the ephemeral yet recurring beauty of the changing sky and its shifting colors and constellations.

The collection comprises more than 130 pieces, largely one of a kind, and its motifs revolve around four themes. Gucci’s ‘hortus’ (or ‘garden’) of jewels is inhabited by magical beasts and flowering with totemic symbols of nature, distilling the poetry of the past with the beauty of the present. Included in the collection are striking solitaires as well as a precious selection of bejeweled timepieces. Gucci’s second High Jewelry line features tasseled necklaces, rings, bracelets, watches, and chandelier earrings.

The High Jewelry collection combines Italian craftsmanship with the romantic and poetic narrative of Gucci.

Each gemstone has been fastidiously chosen for its quality and uniqueness, speaking to the painstaking attention to detail that Gucci creations are known for. In an array of pieces, the world of nature brings to life a collection redefined with maximalist allure.

Alongside nature, whose elements including flowers and magical beasts are ubiquitous in the House’s ‘hortus’ (Latin for ‘garden’) of jewels, Jodie Tuner-Smith acts as a fellow muse in poetic images from the new Gucci High Jewelry campaign.

Inspired by a photo of Elizabeth Taylor taken by Helmut Newton in 1989, Jodie Turner-Smith appears in the new Gucci High Jewelry campaign wearing one-of-a-kind pieces from the new Hortus Deliciarum High Jewelry collection.

Effect of Covid-19 on Luxury Brands

June 23, 2021June 23, 2021 by Editorial Team

Just like pretty much everything, sales of luxury goods were also affected by Covid-19. However, due to the recent news (Lifting of restrictions, vaccines, etc), an almost 29 percent increase has been noticed in the sales of luxury goods. Especially in luxury handbags. As reported by Bain & Company, who happened to be a … Read more

Back to where it started: Giorgio Armani Men’s SS22 explored clothing that frees instead of constricting

July 6, 2021June 22, 2021 by Editorial Team

Mr Armani and Mr Pantaleo Dell’Orco Head of the Men’s Style Office for all collections, Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani and Armani Exchange pose together with the models after the Giorgio Armani Men’s SS22 fashion show. @Armani

Giorgio Armani Men’s SS22 fashion show celebrated the return of the live runway show.

Giorgio Armani Men’s Spring Summer 2022 collection is imbued with a particular sense of lightness: weightless materials, shapes that fluidly caress the body, a calm and nonchalant attitude.

On Via Borgonuovo, Milano, the place where it all began, Giorgio Armani explored once again the idea of clothing that frees instead of constricting, of carefree thoughts instead of carelessness, of classic as proof of progress. He does so by observing the times in which we live, the shared sense of style that is increasingly moving away from formality and decisively embracing the informality of sportswear. However, Giorgio Armani never gives up his sense of pertinence, which is an idea of dignity, of disdain for any excess — even when he reaches the height of nonchalance, even in the liberating gesture of legs uncovered by Bermuda shorts.

The suit is revamped in its shapes, proposing the idea of coordinated top and bottom: an evening shirt with a stand-up collar or a denim jacket-like cut combined with trousers with darts made in the same pinstripe wool, or a gilet-jacket with Bermuda shorts.

A sporty way of dressing—dynamic, comfortable and bold—made up of instinctive and essential choices and colours that span from blue to sandy hues and chalk white, with pops of red and green that recall the world of nature — always in harmony, of course. Here are some of the key looks from the Giorgio Armani SS22 Men’s Collection which showed in the historic headquarters in Via Borgonuovo 21, Milano, Italy.