Vetiver

For centuries, diligent monks in the Wuyi Mountains have grown tea and indigo plants in neatly terraced plantations. In 1646, their monasteries were attacked by Qing soldiers from the north. As the monks were forced to flee, they smoked batches of tea leaves over pinewood fire to preserve their crops. This would become the smoky lapsang souchong tea. Mixing with the fresh mountain air and the incense from nearby shrines, the intoxicating plumes of indigo smoke captured the colors of the Wuyi Mountains and their dramatic river narrows.

The fragrance is introduced by savory top notes, including the exotic Red Salt. The rich red hue of the salt elevates this intriguing gourmand to a level of untouchable sophistication, and establishes the immediate addiction that the fragrance continues to invoke as it unfolds. The heart of the fragrance is characterized by the enchanting and beautiful Immortelle Flower. This everlasting flower adds longevity and allure to the fragrance in the form of a fascinating and desirable caramelized floral note. A layer of delectably sweet gourmand notes emerges as the fragrance evolves. Nutty Praline gives the fragrance a soft and creamy element that delicately lingers on the skin, and continues to emphasize the delicious addictive nature of the top notes.

This crisp, woody fragrance tips its hat to the Hemingways and Fitzgeralds of the world, conjuring the warmth of a quiet moment curled up with a good book. Its complex blend of sparkling Bergamot, crisp Eucalyptus and warm Sandalwood results in an unexpectedly fresh scent.

“In the fragrance industry, we refer to the liquid in the bottle as 'juice.' So to me, juice is the most powerful form of self-expression. Juice+ Bold is even more explosive and colorful with an opening of jammy dark fruits and boozy Davana Flower. A touch of burnt sugar creates a rich, addictive intensity. If Expressive is the older sibling who leads the way, Bold is the louder second sibling who always speaks their mind."—Nathalie Benareau

An Iso E Super with personality, Paper+ is an earthy and robust rendition. The combination of earthy Vetiver, wet Woods, and Iso E Super is unmistakable and reminiscent of mossy woods after rain.

Derek Lam’s Rain Day conjures up a romantic walk down slick, rain-drenched city streets reflect the warm glow from hot neon signs. A soft vetiver note infused with bright neroli summons the scent of wet concrete and the dewy freshness in the air after a sudden storm.

Weightless white florals float delicately in a tropical elixir of orange citrus, peach, and lychee fruit in this powerful fruity floral fragrance. Amber-infused vanilla and plush plum tease the floral heart with their sultry sweet smile in the base.

FROM THE PERFUMER: "I've wanted to make something that smelled like a rainbow for a long time (especially inspired by Terry Riley's A Rainbow In Curved Air). The concept is to use materials of every color in the rainbow in a certain proportion that is softened in the humid air of their abode. Now you can wear rainbows. Wait til you sniff how delicate they are." - D.S.

When two distant worlds meet. Sparking petitgrain evokes presence, while amber comforts and folds into nostalgia. Undeniable freshness, the smell of earth on a crisp morning. An illustration of adaptability, soft blooms and grounding green mate liquify into a soothing union.

An invigorating woody spicy citrus. With natural nuances of citrus, flint, wood, smoke, and earth, vetiver is a compelling fragrance all by itself. A primal, rooting scent that is also a classic of masculine perfumery (of course, it can be enjoyed by all genders). Here, Aurélien Guichard draws out the most sparkling facets of Haitian vetiver essence with a sunny cocktail of Italian fruit: bracingly bitter grapefruit and juicy mandarin, a delicate essence chosen.

Ibere, meaning the beginning in the "Yoruba" language, is the story of true artisanal freedom, resilience and self-efficacy. A bold statement amidst 1000 words, and the start of discoveries. It is a three multi-faceted and bold woody-amber fragrance representing freedom, making your own rules and finding your path. The resilient vibrancy of aromatic citrus top notes perfectly harmonized with earthy vetivert roots set against elegant amber makes for a perfect scent when you want to keep things low to medium key.

What would it smell like to be mugged by a flower? "Late one night I was walking from the subway when I lived in NYC and I was mugged at gunpoint. I surrendered my wallet, was pistol-whipped and then left in a heap. After recovering from this traumatizing incident, I experienced something called an 'olfactory hallucination' that lasted for weeks. I would wake up to the smell of tuberose and gardenia, but the flowers were nowhere to be found. After seeing a few doctors I learned that traumatic events can trigger these scent-based hallucinations. It eventually went away, but the experience stuck with me and became the inspiration for this fragrance." - Douglas Little. A play on words, Pistil Whip is an explosion of lush florals combined with verdant moss and wet stone. A hypnotic scent not restrained by gender, Pistil Whip was nominated for the coveted Fragrance Foundation Award in 2017.