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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.
Your input is invaluable! Please share why you liked a fragrance, describe its scent, the time period you wore it, any memorable occasions, or what it reminded you of. Did a relative wear it, or did you like the bottle design? Your stories might catch the attention of brand representatives.
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Saturday, March 29, 2014
Friday, March 28, 2014
Les Parfums d'Ysiane
Ysiane of 38 rue d'Enghien,Paris France. Established by D. Ysiane around 1925, a cosmetic and perfume house. Although the company was short lived, they managed to produce some charming presentations. They were affiliated to Parfumerie Diaphane.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Sheherazade by Jean Desprez c1939
In 1939, the year Jean Desprez launched the perfume "Shéhérazade," Europe was on the brink of World War II. The atmosphere was one of tension and uncertainty as countries prepared for conflict. Despite the looming war, the early 20th century was a time of fascination with exoticism and orientalism in Western culture. The 1930s saw a rise in interest in stories and themes from the Middle East, influenced by literature, art, and travel to distant lands.
Jean Desprez likely chose the name "Shéhérazade" for its evocative power and cultural resonance. Shéhérazade, the legendary Persian queen and storyteller from the collection of Middle Eastern folk tales known as "One Thousand and One Nights" (or Arabian Nights), symbolizes intrigue, allure, and storytelling prowess. Her tales of adventure, romance, and fantasy captivated audiences, making her a timeless symbol of exotic beauty and intelligence.
The term "Jardanel" isn't immediately recognizable as a word in any major language, suggesting it might be a unique or possibly stylized name created for the perfume's branding purposes.
"Shéhérazade" would be an apt name for a perfume in the context of the 1930s. It would have appealed to those who were enchanted by stories of the exotic East, seeking fragrances that transported them to distant lands of mystery and romance. The name conjures images of opulent palaces, shimmering silks, sultry nights filled with tales of love and adventure under starlit skies.
Biette
Established by four brothers, Georges, Michel, Lionel and Maxime at rue Beausejour, Nantes, France in 1882. In 1892 Biette, was taken over by Alexis Biette. Later they merged with G. Lemoine in 1939; and finally ceased trading in 1950.
Mori and Valmy Perfumes
Parfums Francais, Inc. of New York operated as an importing company specializing in French perfumery essences, which it blended domestically within the United States to optimize production costs. As part of its cost-effective strategy, the company procured surplus crystal perfume bottles from Baccarat, likely acquired at discounted wholesale prices due to their surplus status and potential discontinuation from production.
Under its umbrella, Parfums Francais managed several prominent French perfumery brands including Mori, Valmy, Parfums d'Anjou, Parfums de Choisy, and Parfums Odeon. Notably, each of these brands shared an identical logo design, possibly indicating a unified branding approach or a cohesive corporate identity across its diverse portfolio of perfumes.
In summary, Parfums Francais, Inc. strategically imported and blended perfumery essences while leveraging surplus acquisitions and brand consolidation to establish a significant presence in the perfume industry during its operational period.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
La Tausca Pearls & Their Jeweled Presentation Boxes
La Tausca Pearls was a trade name for high quality faux pearls used by three different companies: Maurice J. Karpeles, L. Heller & Son Inc and Martin Low & Taussig, Providence RI. This trade name was in use from around 1915 as it was first seen in a Albert Walker jewelry catalog. Then in 1956 it merged with Deltah Pearls and became Heller-Deltah. The La Tausca division was later bought by Arlan Jewelry Co.The main La Tausca store dealt in fine jewelry and was located on Fifth Avenue, New York City.
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Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Ondine by Suzanne Thierry c1954
Raquel Meller by D. Roditi and Sons c1926
The beautiful diva Raquel Meller, born Francisca Marqués López (1888-1962) was a Spanish actress and singer, most famous for singing about and embracing the Tango dance craze. In the 1920s, she was the toast of the London Hippodrome and the Paris Olympia, was already a highly popular singer before debuting as a film actress in 1919.
The House of Tre-Jur & Varva Perfumes
This guide is an extension of new information on the original guide I wrote on ebay for the House of Tre-Jur.
Established in 1924 by Albert Mosheim at 19 West 18th Street, New York, . The company also sold toiletries and cosmetics and opened a branch in Hamburg, Germany. Tre-Jur was affiliated to Varva and they shared a perfume in common, Suivez-Moi. Tre-Jur is spelled as the phonetic equivalent of "treasure". Tre-Jur eventually became a division of United Toilet Goods Co. of New York City and a division of Fifth Avenue, NY. In 1963, the House of Tre-Jur was bought out by Maradel Products, Inc. (now known as Del Laboratories.)
Established in 1924 by Albert Mosheim at 19 West 18th Street, New York, . The company also sold toiletries and cosmetics and opened a branch in Hamburg, Germany. Tre-Jur was affiliated to Varva and they shared a perfume in common, Suivez-Moi. Tre-Jur is spelled as the phonetic equivalent of "treasure". Tre-Jur eventually became a division of United Toilet Goods Co. of New York City and a division of Fifth Avenue, NY. In 1963, the House of Tre-Jur was bought out by Maradel Products, Inc. (now known as Del Laboratories.)
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