Les Parfums de Marcy

Les Parfums de Marcy. Established around 1910 possibly by Lazare Bloch at a small factory at Les Lilas. After becoming more successful a shop was opened at 120 avenue des Champs-Elysees in Paris. After the Second World War, the company was then affiliated with Societe Anonyme des Parfums Sidlay, with Paul Heymann as proprietor and true innovator.

Many high quality presentations were created such as Les Fleurs Miraculeuses, Le Bouquet Miraculeux, Le Bracelet Miraculeux, and Le Collier Miraculeux. Parfums de Marcy excelled in the execution of trompe l'oeil perfume presentations, several fo which you will see in this guide.

Elgin American Beauty Compacts & Cigarette Cases c1951 Advertisement

Striking full color advertisements for Elgin compacts from a 1951 General American Co. catalog.

Fernand Capelle

Fernand Capelle, based at 78 Boulevard Lamouroux, Vitry-sur-Seine, Seine, France, emerged as an obscure figure in the perfume industry in 1936. The establishment, founded that year, became renowned for its elegant and distinctive fragrances. The mark associated with this brand was succinctly inscribed as "Capelle Paris," a signature that exuded both simplicity and sophistication.

The two perfumes known from the Capelle Paris collection are "Mon Faible" and "Les Drags." "Mon Faible," launched in 1936, was the inaugural fragrance of the brand. This perfume likely embodied the charm and elegance of the era, reflecting Capelle’s vision and the stylish essence of the 1930s. "Les Drags," introduced a year later in 1937, continued this tradition, potentially offering a different olfactory experience while maintaining the brand's refined aesthetic.

Although the range of fragrances from Capelle Paris was limited to these two offerings, their creations are remembered for their distinctiveness and the mark they left in the perfume industry during a period of rich olfactory innovation.

Imperial Crown Perfumery Co.

Imperial Crown Perfumery Co. was established in St Louis, Mo. in 1852, a subsidiary of Meyer Brothers Drug Company.

The company won a grand prize in 1908.



The perfumes:

• 1881 Arcadian Pink
• 1881 Bridal Bonnet
• 1881 Bouquet de Caroline
• 1881 Carnation Pink
• 1881 Cassie
• 1881 Ess Bouquet
• 1881 Frangipanni
• 1881 Heliotrope
• 1881 Honeysuckle
• 1881 Jasmine
• 1881 Jockey Club
• 1881 June Roses
• 1881 Ma Belle
• 1881 Magnolia
• 1881 Marechale
• 1881 Marechal Niel Rose
• 1881 Marie Stewart
• 1881 Mignonette
• 1881 Millefleurs
• 1881 Moss Rose
• 1881 Musk
• 1881 Musk Rose
• 1881 New Mown Hay
• 1881 Newport Breeze
• 1881 Night Blooming Cereus
• 1881 Ocean Spray
• 1881 Orange Flower
• 1881 Pond Lily
• 1881 Patchouly
• 1881 Reseda
• 1881 Rondeletia
• 1881 Rose Geranium
• 1881 Rose
• 1881 Stephanotis
• 1881 Spring Flowers
• 1881 Sweet Briar
• 1881 Tea Rose
• 1881 Tube Rose
• 1881 Upper Ten
• 1881 Verbena
• 1881 Violet
• 1881 West End
• 1881 White Rose
• 1881 Wild Olive
• 1881 Wood Violet
• 1881 Ylang Ylang
• 1893 La Tosca Bouquet
• 1896 Acacia Blossoms
• 1896 Alpine Rose
• 1896 Biron Perfume Line
• 1896 Blue Lilies
• 1896 Bridal Rose
• 1896 Circassian Frangipanni
• 1896 Duchesse Eau de Cologne
• 1896 German Farina Eau de Cologne
• 1896 Jericho Rose
• 1896 Monte Carlo Eau de Cologne
• 1896 Monte Carlo Sec Eau de Cologne
• 1896 Peau d'Espagne
• 1896 Purple Azalea
• 1896 Swiss Violet
• 1896 Tonquin Musk
• 1896 Violette Blanche
• 1896 Violette de Parme
• 1896 White Iris 
• 1896 White Lilac
• 1896 Witch Hazel Eau de Cologne
• 1896 Witch Hazel Lavender Eau de Cologne
• 1896 Yatigan
• 1900 Bay Rum
• 1900 Cardinal Rose
• 1900 Chypre
• 1900 Colonial Rose 
• 1900 English Hawthorn Blossoms 
• 1900 Extrait Vegetale Toilet Water
• 1900 Florida Water
• 1900 Imperial Lily 
• 1900 Imperial Pink 
• 1900 Imperial Plum Blossoms
• 1900 Imperial Rose 
• 1900 Imperial Violet
• 1900 Louis XV
• 1900 Mousseline Bouquet
• 1900 Narcissus Buds
• 1900 Orchidenia
• 1900 Peach Bloom
• 1900 San Remo Violet
• 1900 Wedding Bells
• 1900 White Hyacinth
• 1903 Alpine Rose 
• 1903 American Beauty Cosmetic 
• 1903 Amorilas Shampoo 
• 1903 Amorilas Toilet Water 
• 1903 Beauty Bright Soap 
• 1903 Blue Violets Perfume Soap and Toilet Articles 
• 1903 Bridesmaid Rose Perfume and Toilet Articles 
• 1903 Cardinal Rose Perfume Soap and Toilet Articles 
• 1903 Child's Talcum Powder 
• 1903 Chu Chu 
• 1903 Circassian Frangipanni 
• 1903 Clover Links Perfume Soap and Toilet Articles 
• 1903 Colonial Rose 
• 1903 Cosmetico Mexicano 
• 1903 Divine Violet Soap and Toilet Articles 
• 1903 Divine (applied to Perfumes w and Toilet Articles) 
• 1903 Doraflora 
• 1903 Eiderdown Complexion Powder 
• 1903 English Hawthorn Blossoms Perfume Soap and Toilet Articles 
• 1903 Flora Bell 
• 1903 Ideal Violet Talcum Powder 
• 1903 Imperial Crown applied to Perfumes and Toilet Requisites 
• 1903 Imperial Crown Cologne 
• 1903 Imperial Crown Cosmetic 
• 1903 Imperial Lily Extract and Toilet Water 
• 1903 Imperial Pink Extract and Toilet Water 
• 1903 Imperial Plum Blossoms Extract and Toilet Water 
• 1903 Imperial Rose Extract and Toilet Water 
• 1903 Imperial Violet Extract and Toilet Water 
• 1903 La Seule Cologne 
• 1903 La Tosca Bouquet Extract and Sachet 
• 1903 Lawnsdown Complexion Powder 
• 1903 Lawson's Talcum Powder 
• 1903 Louisiana Purchase Centennial Perfumes 
• 1903 Milk of Violets 
• 1903 Moller's German Cologne 
• 1903 Monte Carlo Sec Champagne Cologne 
• 1903 Narcissus Buds 
• 1903 Old English Glycerine Soap 
• 1903 Oliphane 
• 1903 Oliphane Camphor Ice 
• 1903 Oliphane Jelly Arnicated 
• 1903 Orchidenia 
• 1903 Ottoman Bouquet 
• 1903 Ottoman Lily 
• 1903 Ottoman Pink 
• 1903 Ottoman Roses 
• 1903 Ottoman Violet 
• 1903 Pansy Flower 
• 1903 Philocome Pomade 
• 1903 Purple Azalea Perfume Soap and Toilet Articles 
• 1903 Purple Lily 
• 1903 Riviera Violet Water 
• 1903 Rookwood Violet Perfume Soap and Toilet Water 
• 1903 Royal Adonis 
• 1903 Rubiline Salvea Cream 
• 1903 San Remo Violet Water 
• 1903 Snow Flake Tooth Powder 
• 1903 St Lmo Lavender Water 
• 1903 True Provence Almond Meal 
• 1903 Wedding Bells 
• 1903 White Anemone 
• 1903 White Clover Blossoms 
• 1903 White Iris 
• 1903 Wild Locust Blossoms 
• 1903 Witch Hazel Glycerin Lotion 
• 1903 Witch Hazel Lavender Cologne 
• 1903 No 54 Cologne 
• 1905 Belleview Violet
• 1905 Blue Violets
• 1905 Enchantment
• 1906 Auto Club
• 1906 Blue Lotus
• 1906 Butterfly 
• 1906 Coronation Bouquet 
• 1906 Crab Apple Blossoms 
• 1906 Fascination
• 1906 Floral Queen 
• 1906 Forest Flowers 
• 1906 Golden Locks 
• 1906 Green Carnation
• 1906 Honey Bee
• 1906 Lavender 
• 1906 Lily of the Valley
• 1906 Lotion Vegetale
• 1906 Nippon Cherry Blossoms 
• 1906 Parma Wood Violet
• 1906 Purple Lily 
• 1906 Queen Louise
• 1906 Rose and Violet
• 1906 Toilet Cologne
• 1906 Violet Ammonia
• 1906 Violita 
• 1906 White Heliotrope 
• 1906 White Rose  
• 1906 World's Fair Bouquet 
• 1908 Briar Rose
• 1908 Pretty Poppy
• 1908 Usona
• 1908 White Tulip
• 1909 Hot House Rose
• 1909 Hot House Violet
• 1909 Soul Kiss
• 1909 Wild Locust Blossom
• 1909 Vanity Carnation Talcum
• 1909 Vanity Violet Talcum
• 1909 Brookside Violet Talcum
• 1910 Florelei
• 1911 Apple Blossom
• 1911 French Rose
• 1914 Brookside
• 1914 Corylopsis
• 1914 Eidelwild
• 1914 Favorita
• 1914 La Corona
• 1914 La Premiere
• 1914 Salome
• 1914 Trailing Arbutus
• 1914 Winsome
• 1914 Wistara
• 1917 Gardenia
• 1917 Lilacs of Sicily
• 1917 Symphony Lilac
• 1917 Symphony Violet
• 1921 Chantilly
• 1930 Apple Blossom
• 1930 Boketia
• 1930 Easter Lily
• 1930 Flower Garden
• 1930 Carnation
• 1930 Crab Apple
• 1930 Lilac
• 1930 Lilac Blossoms
• 1930 Nifty
• 1930 Red Rose
• 1930 Sandalwood
• 1930 White Carnation
• 1930 White White Rose
• Althea
• Blossom Drops
• Dixie
• Fleur de Lys
• Ouisatche
• White Trefle

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Les Parfums Marly

Les Parfums Marly, a French perfume house founded around 1920, emerged as a notable name in the world of luxury fragrances. The brand quickly made its mark with a diverse range of products that extended beyond mere perfumes. Their offerings included Eau de Toilette and Eau de Cologne, catering to various preferences and occasions. In addition to fragrances, Les Parfums Marly also produced an array of beauty products, such as brilliantines—specialized hair products designed to add shine and manageability. Their line of face powders and bath powders provided a touch of elegance and sophistication to daily routines.

The brand's cosmetic range was equally impressive, featuring rouge compacts, rouge refills, and cream rouge to enhance the natural beauty of their clientele. Their lipsticks, crafted to complement their other products, completed the comprehensive beauty regimen that Les Parfums Marly offered. Each item was advertised as being created in France, underscoring the brand's commitment to French craftsmanship and quality.

In the United States, Les Parfums Marly was represented by Geo Borgfeldt & Co., a company known for its role in distributing luxury goods. This partnership helped to establish Les Parfums Marly's presence in the American market, bringing their sophisticated products to a wider audience and contributing to their international reputation.

What are Floral Perfumes?

Fragrances can be classified by certain olfactive families, or themes, or accords.

Floral:

the most popular in perfumery, includes both single floral scents and floral bouquets,. Floral scents can be either rich or light and airy in character. Single florals, also called soliflore, would be tuberose, hyacinth, lilac, honeysuckle, and gardenia, lily of the valley, orange blossom, jasmine, violet, carnation, rose and jasmine. Floral bouquets weave scents together to form a unified scent.

Shandoah by Jacques Heim c1960

Shandoah by Jacques Heim: launched in 1960.

Les Parfums d'Aguila

Les Parfums d'Aguila of Paris, France. They seemed to have only released one fragrance "Reve de Noel", in 1945. This perfume was presented in a coffret that housed a music box. The bottles were topped by a frosted glass stopper molded in the shape of flames. The deluxe bottle was heart shaped and had a pedestal. The lesser priced bottle was simply a square but still had the lovely flame stopper.

De Jour by Ellen Betrix c1983

De Jour by Ellen Betrix: launched in 1983.

Les Parfums de Nangy's

Les Parfums de Nangy's established in Paris France around the 1920s.

The perfumes of Nangy's:

• Tendre Aveu