Pheromone by Marilyn Miglin c1978

Pheromone by Marilyn Miglin: launched in 1978.

In 1978, Pheromone's pure parfum retailed for $200 an ounce, in 1986 it was $300 an ounce, by 1989, it was selling for $325 a ounce, the fragrance was still very popular and costly so by 1991, it crept up to $400 an ounce, in 1998 it reached an astounding $500 an ounce. Today in 2015, it retails for a dizzying price of $600 an ounce on the Marilyn Miglin website.

Toute La Foret by Rosine c1911

Toute La Foret by Rosine: launched in 1911. The name means "The Whole Forest". Created to evoke memories of happy hours in Fontainebleau, with a scent of undergrowth (herbal and forest flowers). Raoul Dufy created a stylized print of leaves and birds used for promotional items including scented cards.

The perfume was a favorite of American actress Mary Pickford.

Enigma by Alexa c1931

The history of Enigma by Alexandra de Markoff is a bit mysterious, much like its name suggests. It's often associated with its launch in 1931, but there are conflicting reports that suggest it might have been reintroduced or relaunched in 1944. The discrepancy could indeed be due to production being stalled during World War II, a common occurrence for many luxury goods during that time.

Regardless of its exact launch date or relaunch, Enigma remains an iconic fragrance, known for its timeless appeal and mysterious aura. Its blend of exotic notes has captured the imagination of perfume enthusiasts for decades.

El Encanto

El Encanto department store in Havana, Cuba.

On April 13, 1961 a dreadful fire caused by the explosion of several terrorist bombs in chain stores reduced to ashes, perhaps most emblematic of Central America: El Encanto de La Habana. It was founded in 1888 by brothers Bernard Solis and Pepe as fabric store. In 1900 the Spaniard enters another company, Entrialgo, and the company would be renamed Solis and Co. Entrialgo El Encanto.

Kislav of Paris

 Kislav of Paris is a French glove company. They launched fragrances in the early 1950’s. They were a subsidiary of Gants Buscarlet or "Gloves Buscarlet." 

Slumber Song by Helena Rubinstein c1938

Slumber Song by Helena Rubinstein: launched in 1938.

Mon Image by Lucien Lelong c1933

Mon Image by Lucien Lelong: launched in 1933. The name Mon Image, is pronounced MOHN-EEMAJH, and means "my image" in French.

Les Perles Ota

Les Perles Ota was a Parisian perfumery active between the World Wars located at 120 avenue des Champs-Elysées, Paris, France. I saw the Ota name advertised in 1928 and 1929 newspapers as "Ota Pearl Perfume Sets". 

Parfums de Surtou

 Parfums de Surtou was a French company that supplied various American department stores with their fine perfume starting around 1926 and ending with the beginning of the second world war in 1939.

 

The perfumes were distributed by Bullock's as well as Abraham & Strauss, Huntzler's and possibly others .

Fath de Fath by Jacques Fath c1953

Jacques Fath, a pivotal figure in the world of fashion, made a significant mark on the industry during the mid-20th century. Fath, a French fashion designer, founded his haute couture house in Paris in 1937. His designs were celebrated for their sophisticated elegance, which captured the essence of post-war glamour. By the early 1950s, Fath was firmly established as one of the leading designers in Paris, known for his luxurious and imaginative creations that epitomized the high-fashion ideals of the era.

In 1953, amidst a booming post-war fashion renaissance, Jacques Fath launched his first perfume, Fath de Fath. This period was characterized by a growing fascination with luxury and refinement as the world emerged from the austerity of World War II. The 1950s were a time of cultural and economic recovery, and there was a strong emphasis on sophistication and opulence. Fashion houses were expanding their influence beyond clothing, delving into fragrances and beauty products to complement their brand’s image.

Fath de Fath was crafted by Jacques Bersia, a perfumer whose creation sought to encapsulate the elegance and sophistication that Fath’s fashion line was known for. The perfume was a reflection of its time—an era where style and elegance were paramount. The scent of Fath de Fath mirrored the chic, refined aesthetics of Fath's designs, offering a fragrance that was both modern and timeless, much like the haute couture collections that defined the designer's career.

The launch of Fath de Fath represented a harmonious blend of high fashion and fine fragrance, embodying the luxurious spirit of the 1950s and marking Jacques Fath's entry into the world of perfumery with a signature scent that complemented his reputation as a style icon.