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Sunday, February 16, 2025

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 sweet and juicy scent of strawberries at their peak, evoking the sensation of biting into a plump, ripe berry. The natural, slightly tangy aroma brings to mind the lush fields where strawberries grow, underpinned by a light, green freshness that adds authenticity to the scent. It’s a pure and straightforward fragrance, celebrating the simple pleasure of a natural strawberry.


1968: Village Bath Peach (The Pure Essence of Natural Peach)

Introduced in 1968, Village Bath Peach is a tribute to the soft, velvety sweetness of a perfectly ripened peach. The fragrance opens with a burst of juicy peach nectar, dripping with honeyed sweetness and a hint of tartness that mimics the flesh of the fruit. There’s a gentle warmth to the scent, as if the peach has just been picked from a sun-drenched orchard. The natural aroma of the peach is accompanied by subtle floral undertones, enhancing its delicate, yet luscious character.


1976: Village Bath Musk (A Natural, Sensuous Musk Fragrance)

In 1976, Village Bath Musk was introduced as a celebration of the timeless allure of musk. This fragrance is deeply sensual, with a soft, warm base that envelops the senses. The musk is rich and earthy, exuding a natural warmth that is both comforting and intimate. It has an animalic depth, but remains smooth and refined, capturing the essence of natural musk with its slightly sweet and powdery undertones. The scent lingers on the skin, creating a long-lasting, velvety presence that is both alluring and mysterious.


1976: Andromeda (Sophisticated Blend of Amber and Light Citrus, with Spicy, Woodsy, and Herbaceous Tones)

Also released in 1976, Andromeda offers a sophisticated and multi-layered fragrance experience. It opens with a fresh burst of light citrus, immediately uplifting the senses with its bright, zesty character. This citrusy opening is soon complemented by warm, resinous amber, which adds depth and richness to the fragrance. As the scent evolves, a blend of spicy, woodsy, and herbaceous notes emerge, creating a complex, yet harmonious composition. The spiciness adds an intriguing warmth, while the woodsy and herbaceous tones provide a grounding, earthy quality, making Andromeda both sophisticated and enigmatic.


1977: Chicago (Fresh Green Notes Blended with a Unique Wood-Spice Complex)

In 1977, Village Bath introduced Chicago, a fragrance that captures the vibrant and dynamic spirit of the city it’s named after. The scent begins with fresh green notes, evoking the crispness of a cool breeze through a lush urban park. These green notes are bright and invigorating, creating a sense of vitality. As the fragrance develops, a unique wood-spice complex comes into play, adding a layer of warmth and complexity. The woodsy notes are rich and slightly smoky, while the spices bring a subtle heat, making Chicago a fragrance that is both fresh and intriguing, with a touch of urban sophistication.


1977: Village Bath Tea Rose (A Light Floral Blend with a Hint of Powder)

Village Bath Tea Rose, also launched in 1977, is a delicate and graceful floral fragrance. The scent is centered around the classic aroma of tea roses, capturing their soft, romantic essence. The floral notes are light and airy, with a gentle sweetness that feels fresh and natural. There is a subtle powdery aspect to the fragrance, which adds a touch of softness and refinement. Tea Rose is a timeless and elegant scent, perfect for those who appreciate the understated beauty of rose petals.


1978: Village Bath Aspen Glow (A Blend of Citrus and Green Notes with Warm, Oriental Undertones)

Aspen Glow, introduced in 1978, combines the freshness of citrus and green notes with the warmth of oriental undertones. The fragrance opens with a bright and lively burst of citrus, evoking the feeling of sunlight filtering through the leaves of an aspen grove. The green notes add a crisp, natural freshness, reminiscent of the forest air. As the scent develops, warm oriental undertones emerge, adding depth and richness. These oriental notes are slightly spicy and resinous, creating a comforting warmth that contrasts beautifully with the fresh top notes, making Aspen Glow a balanced and inviting fragrance.


1979: Village Bath Amber Lace (Sophisticated, Rich, Floral/Jasmine Complemented with Amber, Tuberose, and Honeysuckle)

Amber Lace, released in 1979, is a sophisticated and opulent fragrance that combines rich florals with warm amber. The scent opens with the intoxicating aroma of jasmine, its white floral richness immediately captivating the senses. This is complemented by the creamy, exotic notes of tuberose and the sweet, nectar-like scent of honeysuckle, creating a lush and layered floral bouquet. The amber adds a warm, resinous depth, grounding the florals with its golden, slightly powdery sweetness. Amber Lace is a luxurious and enveloping fragrance, perfect for those who appreciate a richly textured scent.


1980: Village Bath Heather (A Green Fragrance)

The final fragrance in this collection, Village Bath Heather, was introduced in 1980. This fragrance is a celebration of green, leafy freshness. It captures the essence of a heather-covered hillside, with its cool, crisp air and the scent of wild greenery. The fragrance is light and natural, with a fresh, herbal quality that feels clean and invigorating. There’s a subtle sweetness to the scent, reminiscent of the delicate flowers that bloom among the heather, but the dominant impression is one of pure, green freshness. Heather is a simple, yet beautifully natural fragrance that evokes the tranquility of the outdoors.


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