Slumber Song by Helena Rubinstein c1938

Slumber Song by Helena Rubinstein: launched in 1938.

Fragrance Composition:

So what does it smell like? It is classified as a light, sweet floral fragrance for women.

• Top notes: lavender, bergamot
• Middle notes: rose, jasmine, lily of the valley, violet
• Base notes: sandalwood, ambergris, oakmoss, vanilla, benzoin, tonka

Home Journal, 1939:

"SLUMBER SONG, Helena Rubinstein's unique night perfume. A heavenly delicate soothing scent to lull you to sleep. Use it as a relaxing body rub after your bath; touch it to bed linens and your nightdress."

Bottles:

Instead of a more conventional bottle, a figure is used in the packaging of both the perfume and the eau de toilette. This bottle, in clear glass, depicts and angel with a narrow skirt, hands clasped at her chest, and her head forms the stopper. Bottle stands 6.5" tall.

 House & Garden, 1939:

"The angel bottle in the silver box holds Helena Rubinstein's "Slumber Song" perfume, about $5."

Vogue, 1939:

"another item—a glass angel in a silver triptych holds Helena Rubinstein's “Slumber Song” perfume."

Drug and Cosmetic Industry, 1940:

"Helena Rubinstein's newest perfume presentation "Gala Performance" seems to be a good example. Instead of the more conventional bottle, a figure is used in the packaging of both the perfume and the eau de toilette. Rubinstein used it successfully with "Slumber Song" some time ago. This novelty type of packaging is also interesting because it lends itself to special promotions and tie ups with other departments in the stores."

Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued. Still being sold in 1948.