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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.
My goal is to highlight beloved, discontinued classics and show current brand owners the demand for their revival.
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Friday, April 26, 2013
Mousseline by Marcel Rochas c1946
Mousseline, launched in 1946 by Marcel Rochas and created by the esteemed perfumer Edmond Roudnitska, arrived at a significant historical juncture. The mid-1940s were a time of recovery and transformation in the aftermath of World War II. Society was yearning for renewal and a return to elegance and sophistication. Fashion and fragrance were pivotal in this cultural renaissance, offering a sense of hope and a connection to beauty. Marcel Rochas, a visionary in the fashion world, understood the importance of capturing this sentiment in his creations. His decision to launch Mousseline during this period reflects a desire to encapsulate the essence of refinement and femininity that people were eager to embrace once more.
Marcel Rochas's choice of the name "Mousseline" for his perfume is a nod to both historical and artistic influences. The term "mousseline" refers to a delicate, lightweight fabric often used in fine garments, particularly during the Victorian era. This fabric is known for its sheer quality and gentle, flowing drape, evoking images of ethereal elegance and romanticism. By naming the perfume Mousseline, Rochas cleverly bridged the worlds of fashion and fragrance, reinforcing his status as a master of style and innovation. The name conjures an image of soft, luxurious fabric, hinting at the light, airy nature of the scent itself.
"Mousseline" is a French term for a type of muslin fabric, characterized by its fine, lightweight texture. The word itself derives from "Mosul," a city in present-day Iraq, where the fabric was originally traded. In the context of a perfume, "Mousseline" implies a fragrance that is delicate, transparent, and sophisticated, much like the fabric it is named after. The choice of this name suggests a scent that is subtle yet captivating, appealing to those who appreciate understated elegance and timeless beauty. It evokes a sense of grace and refinement, perfectly aligning with the post-war desire for a return to classicism and subtle luxury.
Sweet Earth by Coty c1972
History:
From 1972-1976, Coty released it's Sweet Earth line of perfume essences, soft mists, candles and colognes, but most importantly its solid perfume compacts. The solid perfume compacts came in single scents or trios based on a theme. Each compact had a sticker with a brief description of the scent enclosed which was attached inside the lid. At the time, several different solid perfume compacts were released.
From 1972-1976, Coty released it's Sweet Earth line of perfume essences, soft mists, candles and colognes, but most importantly its solid perfume compacts. The solid perfume compacts came in single scents or trios based on a theme. Each compact had a sticker with a brief description of the scent enclosed which was attached inside the lid. At the time, several different solid perfume compacts were released.
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Nazir by Gueldy c1919
Nazir was launched in 1919 by Gueldy.
The bottle is made up of clear and frosted glass decorated with drapery with matching stopper. The bottle and stopper are accented with gray patina. The bottle was designed by Julien Viard and probably manufactured by Depinoix.
This item is on ebay now...get it while you can.
Sold for $2,020 in a 2005 auction.
The bottle is made up of clear and frosted glass decorated with drapery with matching stopper. The bottle and stopper are accented with gray patina. The bottle was designed by Julien Viard and probably manufactured by Depinoix.
This item is on ebay now...get it while you can.
Sold for $2,020 in a 2005 auction.
photo by ebay seller spoodygirl59
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Weil's Fur Perfumes
In 1927, Marcel Weil of Les Fourrures Weil created Parfums Weil with their advertisements of “perfumes for furs”. These were based on a direct request from a regular client for a perfume suitable for wearing on furs. These were their first commercial perfumes that were advertised would guarantee not to harm the furs.
In 1928 the four perfumes inspired by fur themes were launched,. Chinchilla Royal, Hermine (ermine), Une Fleur pour Fourrure (A Flower for Furs) and Zibeline (Sable) were favorites from the start. All of these perfumes were created by Claude Fraysse.
CHINCHILLA ROYAL
Chinchila Royal, described as rich with jasmine and roses to evoke the splendour of the Persian and Indian Empires. The short tailed chinchilla, also known as the Royal Chinchilla was endangered and a ban on hunting them was created in 1929, although not fully enforced until 1983. Many chinchillas were imported from South America, India, China and Persia. Chinchilla perfume was discontinued in 1963.
HERMINE
Hermine was intended to symbolize tenderness and virginity, it was heavy with the sweet flowers of the Pacific Isles. The winter ermine has been used in art as a symbol of purity or virginity. In the Renaissance era, legend had it that an ermine would die before allowing its pure white coat to be besmirched. When it was being chased by hunters, it would supposedly turn around and give itself up to the hunters rather than risk soiling itself. Henry Peacham's Emblem 75, which depicts an ermine being pursued by a hunter and two hounds, is entitled "Cui candor morte redemptus" or "Purity bought with his own death." Peacham goes on to preach that men and women should follow the example of the ermine and keep their minds and consciences as pure as the legendary ermine keeps its fur .In some areas of Japan, because of its adorable appearance and somewhat elusive nature it is still considered a symbol of good luck. Hermine was discontinued in 1940.
EAU DE TOILETTES
In 1930, the first Weil eau de toilettes debuted, Chinchilla and Zibeline.
In 1928 the four perfumes inspired by fur themes were launched,. Chinchilla Royal, Hermine (ermine), Une Fleur pour Fourrure (A Flower for Furs) and Zibeline (Sable) were favorites from the start. All of these perfumes were created by Claude Fraysse.
ZIBELINE
Zibeline is described as a floral chypre intended to recall the steppes and massive oak forests of Imperial Russia, where the finest sable furs were imported. Top notes are aldehydes, coriander, tarragon, bergamot and lemon; middle notes are iris, gardenia, jasmine, ylang-ylang, lily-of-the-valley and rose; base notes are honey, sandalwood, tonka bean, amber, musk, civet and vetiver.
Harper's Bazaar, 1936:
"Weil's Zibeline. As rich and husky as a torchsong. 100-proof for blondes who disdain to be pastel."CHINCHILLA ROYAL
Chinchila Royal, described as rich with jasmine and roses to evoke the splendour of the Persian and Indian Empires. The short tailed chinchilla, also known as the Royal Chinchilla was endangered and a ban on hunting them was created in 1929, although not fully enforced until 1983. Many chinchillas were imported from South America, India, China and Persia. Chinchilla perfume was discontinued in 1963.
HERMINE
Hermine was intended to symbolize tenderness and virginity, it was heavy with the sweet flowers of the Pacific Isles. The winter ermine has been used in art as a symbol of purity or virginity. In the Renaissance era, legend had it that an ermine would die before allowing its pure white coat to be besmirched. When it was being chased by hunters, it would supposedly turn around and give itself up to the hunters rather than risk soiling itself. Henry Peacham's Emblem 75, which depicts an ermine being pursued by a hunter and two hounds, is entitled "Cui candor morte redemptus" or "Purity bought with his own death." Peacham goes on to preach that men and women should follow the example of the ermine and keep their minds and consciences as pure as the legendary ermine keeps its fur .In some areas of Japan, because of its adorable appearance and somewhat elusive nature it is still considered a symbol of good luck. Hermine was discontinued in 1940.
EAU DE TOILETTES
In 1930, the first Weil eau de toilettes debuted, Chinchilla and Zibeline.
COLOGNE
Stage, 1936:
"There's something pretty exhilarating about the new fizzing cologne of Parfums Weil called Carbo- nique. It comes in three odors: Cassandra, Bamboo, and Zibeline, and the seltzer-bottle container is returnable for credit on a new one."
SECRET DE VENUS
Zibeline went on to have a very successful future with the advent of the Secret de Venus Huile line of bath & body oils .
Glass Packer, 1949:
"HOUR-GLASS BOTTLE, bright green cap, and beige linen-like box, are used by Parfums Weil Paris, Inc. to package the new, half-ounce size of Secret of Venus, Zibeline fragrance, compounded of aromatic oils."
Houbigant's Floral Concentree c1930s
In the early 1930's, Houbigant introduced a new product, Parfum Concentre, a parfum extrait in several different true to life scents, including Rose, Heliotrope, Muguet, Jasmin, Chypre, Oeillet, Violette and Lilas.
Hearsts Internation, 1937:
The New Yorker, 1938:
Drug and Cosmetic Industry, 1940:
"Eau Florale Concentree, the new version of perfume, is the first thing you put on after your bath — an exquisite underthing that clothes you in ... Priced for liberal daily use, yet available in the most prized Houbigant odeurs: CONCENTREE."
The New Yorker, 1938:
"EAU FLORALE CONCENTREE is a lovely new fashion in perfuming that you can easily afford. For Houbigant now presents its finest odeurs in this new version of perfume . . . for lavish, all-over-body use ... at ONE DOLLAR."
Hearsts International, 1938:
"Eau Florale -Concentree to be Applied Directly to the skin! You pat it on. Effective your bath, before you dress, and clothe yourself in subtle fragrance. It is light enough for lavish use from tip to toe, lingering enough to last from dawn to dark!"
"Houbigant adds to the increasing interest in romantic florals this year with a true-to-the-flower reproduction of Wistaria in Eau Florale Concentree. This is a light, exquisite fragrance."
Rose concentree
Lilas concentree
Muguet concentree
Chypre concentree
Oeillet concentree
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