"Alambic" by Perfumes Jacques Heim is a fragrance that dates back to around 1930. Jacques Heim was a French fashion designer who launched his perfume line during the early 20th century. "Alambic" likely carried the style and essence of that era, reflecting the sophistication and elegance of the time. The name "Alambic" itself suggests something distilled or refined, which could hint at the character of the fragrance. However, specific details about its scent profile or ingredients may be challenging to find due to its age and limited documentation available.
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Welcome to my unique perfume blog! Here, you'll find detailed, encyclopedic entries about perfumes and companies, complete with facts and photos for easy research. This site is not affiliated with any perfume companies; it's a reference source for collectors and enthusiasts who cherish classic fragrances.
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Showing posts with label fashion designer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fashion designer. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Parfums Calixte
Calixte, known for its fashion house based at 227 rue St.-Honoré in Paris, introduced a small collection of perfumes in the 1940s. These fragrances have since become extremely rare and are considered nearly extinct in the modern perfume market. The limited production and specific historical context contribute to their scarcity today. Collectors and enthusiasts of vintage perfumes might occasionally seek out these rare items, but they are seldom available.
Monday, March 6, 2023
Amadis by Pierre Cardin c1958
Amadis by Pierre Cardin was launched in 1958. The name "Amadis" is derived from the romantic medieval French legends, particularly from the character Amadis de Gaulle. Additionally, "Amadis" is also a fashion term referring to a type of tight-fitting sleeve. It's interesting to see how the perfume's name draws inspiration from both literature and fashion.
Monday, July 29, 2019
Monday, February 11, 2019
Monday, January 4, 2016
Monday, November 9, 2015
Womenswear by Alexander Julian c1992
Alexander Julian, known for his innovative designs and vibrant use of color, launched a women's wear line in 1992 in collaboration with Paul Sebastian, the noted fashion designer and perfumer. The line was anticipated to bring Julian's signature style and flair to women's fashion, much like his successful menswear collections.
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Mollie Parnis by Mollie Parnis c1978
Mollie Parnis by Mollie Parnis: launched in 1978 under the name Mollie Parnis Cosmetics Dist., possibly in conjunction with Parfums Weil. The perfume was concocted in France but botted in the USA. She chose tuberose as a main ingredient as it was her favorite flower, one of which she used to keep fresh blossoms in vases in her office.
In a 1977 article, Mollie Parnis mentions that "The French had ideas about perfume, I had some about fashion, we finally agreed...The world is getting more American designer oriented...I believe that creativity, whether it's in the arts or anything else, is where the money is. The money is here, we have the know-how and the creativity. "
In a 1977 article, Mollie Parnis mentions that "The French had ideas about perfume, I had some about fashion, we finally agreed...The world is getting more American designer oriented...I believe that creativity, whether it's in the arts or anything else, is where the money is. The money is here, we have the know-how and the creativity. "
Sunday, April 26, 2015
Babani
Babani Perfumes & Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden was also the importer of the ultra exclusive French Babani perfumes.
Elizabeth Arden was also the importer of the ultra exclusive French Babani perfumes.
Sunday, April 12, 2015
Friday, March 27, 2015
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Sirene by Vicky Tiel c1993
"Sirene" by Vicky Tiel is a notable fragrance that was initially launched in 1993. In 1996, it began to be marketed by Parlux Fragrances, Inc., which helped to increase its visibility and availability in the market. The fragrance is known for its unique and alluring scent profile, making it a beloved choice among many perfume enthusiasts.
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Torrente by Parfums Torrente c1977
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Friday, January 17, 2014
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Guy Laroche
Guy Laroche was born on July 16, 1923 near La Rochelle on France's Atlantic coast. Before he traveled to the USA, he worked briefly as a milliner even though he had no formal training. While he was in the United States, he studied manufacturing methods for ready to wear clothing.
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Parfums Worth
Worth was a couture house located at 7 rue de la Paix, Paris.
It was established in 1858 by Charles Frederick Worth . He was born in 1826 and trained in England. Soon began designing dresses for his wife, and the admiration of others caused Worth to open a fashion department in a fabric store where he worked after 1846. He became a successful couturier, designing for Empress Eugenie and other European royalty.
It was established in 1858 by Charles Frederick Worth . He was born in 1826 and trained in England. Soon began designing dresses for his wife, and the admiration of others caused Worth to open a fashion department in a fabric store where he worked after 1846. He became a successful couturier, designing for Empress Eugenie and other European royalty.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Marcel Guerlain & Hughes Guerlain Perfumes
Please note that two other Parisian perfume companies should not be confused with the Guerlain family company are Marcel Guerlain and Hughes Guerlain.
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