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Perfume and the elements
Mon, 03/21/2011 - 12:54 | Wendy
Watching the news these days, there appears to be a vast number of shocking natural catastrophes occurring at some point on the globe - floods, bush fires, earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions - leaving one to ponder the strength and effrontery of Mother Nature.
She is a powerful force indeed, and the four natural elements of water, earth, fire and air have served as the inspiration for countless perfumes over the ages. This month as the northern hemisphere slips into spring, and the southern hemisphere into fall, www.perfume.org pays tribute to the compelling scents influenced by the four elemental forces.
EARTH
Demeter Dirt
Singular-scent library Demeter create incredible perfumes from everyday objects; arguably the most memorable of which is Dirt - an in-your-face explosion of wet potting soil! Perhaps best worn for its novelty factor, Dirt definitely lives up to its name.
Boss Elements by Hugo Boss
The crisp crunch of copper-colored leaves underfoot and the deeply wooded scent of the forest floor, Boss Elements is a rich and compelling eau de toilette that embraces earthiness in all of its forms.
Terre d'Hermes by Hermes
This is the scent of an overgrown, forgotten orange orchard where the soil is dappled with rain … there are striking stone/slate notes thrown in there too which make this fragrance for men a No.1 seller!
FIRE
Le Feu d'Issey Light by Issey Miyake
The now-discontinued creation Le Feu d'Issey was an eruption of warm amber, resinous accords, heady florals and sichuan pepper, all of which contribute an interesting olfactory temperature. Fortunately, Le Feu d'Issey Light is still in production today, and adored for its warmth and drama.
Habanita by Molinard
This distinctive perfume, created in 1924, was originally intended to scent women's cigarettes! A dry green opening with fruity facets quickly turns into a woody/earthy blend that evolves into a powdery, smokey, husky oriental base.
Sun Men by Jil Sander
What could be hotter than our nearest star? Jil Sander's Sun Men is a luminous eau de toilette that celebrates light and radiant energy with shining citruses, clean sparkling musks and warm amber. A solar-powered perfume that speaks of long days at the beach.
AIR
Kenzo Ryoko Air
Described as an "aerial vetiver," Kenzo Air is a gentle fragrance for men which explores purity and freedom. Airiness comes from its summery citrus notes and light, sweeping accords of anise and vetiver.
L'eau d'Issey A Drop of Cloud
An Issey Miyake limited edition that is a marriage between water and sky. Gentle white tea, lotus and soft floral accords make this sensual perfume powdery and weightless.
Aqua Motu by Comptoir Sud Pacifique
A scent that explores ozone! This EDT is much like the sensation of standing atop a cliff overlooking the sea as the ocean breeze rushes over your body. Cool and crisp, one can't imagine anything other than skies of endless blue.
WATER
Bvlgari Aqua by Bvlgari
This marine-inspired men's fragrance is like diving into an emerald green sea … its unique blend of citrus, Posidonia and seven different sea plants provokes a feeling of freshness and energy.
S.T. Dupont L'eau
A far cry from the ocean, this is an aromatic blend of citrus, lavender, violets and ambergris which have been used to create this surprisingly unisex scent that heavily suggests the smell of rain falling in the air.
Acqua di Gio Femme by Giorgio Armani
A scent inspired by the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria, whose notes include pineapple, citrus, watermelon and vodka. This female counterpart to one of the world's top selling male scents is dewy and fresh, and represents a harmony between florals, fruits and marine accords.
She is a powerful force indeed, and the four natural elements of water, earth, fire and air have served as the inspiration for countless perfumes over the ages. This month as the northern hemisphere slips into spring, and the southern hemisphere into fall, www.perfume.org pays tribute to the compelling scents influenced by the four elemental forces.
EARTH
Demeter Dirt
Singular-scent library Demeter create incredible perfumes from everyday objects; arguably the most memorable of which is Dirt - an in-your-face explosion of wet potting soil! Perhaps best worn for its novelty factor, Dirt definitely lives up to its name.
Boss Elements by Hugo Boss
The crisp crunch of copper-colored leaves underfoot and the deeply wooded scent of the forest floor, Boss Elements is a rich and compelling eau de toilette that embraces earthiness in all of its forms.
Terre d'Hermes by Hermes
This is the scent of an overgrown, forgotten orange orchard where the soil is dappled with rain … there are striking stone/slate notes thrown in there too which make this fragrance for men a No.1 seller!
FIRE
Le Feu d'Issey Light by Issey Miyake
The now-discontinued creation Le Feu d'Issey was an eruption of warm amber, resinous accords, heady florals and sichuan pepper, all of which contribute an interesting olfactory temperature. Fortunately, Le Feu d'Issey Light is still in production today, and adored for its warmth and drama.
Habanita by Molinard
This distinctive perfume, created in 1924, was originally intended to scent women's cigarettes! A dry green opening with fruity facets quickly turns into a woody/earthy blend that evolves into a powdery, smokey, husky oriental base.
Sun Men by Jil Sander
What could be hotter than our nearest star? Jil Sander's Sun Men is a luminous eau de toilette that celebrates light and radiant energy with shining citruses, clean sparkling musks and warm amber. A solar-powered perfume that speaks of long days at the beach.
AIR
Kenzo Ryoko Air
Described as an "aerial vetiver," Kenzo Air is a gentle fragrance for men which explores purity and freedom. Airiness comes from its summery citrus notes and light, sweeping accords of anise and vetiver.
L'eau d'Issey A Drop of Cloud
An Issey Miyake limited edition that is a marriage between water and sky. Gentle white tea, lotus and soft floral accords make this sensual perfume powdery and weightless.
Aqua Motu by Comptoir Sud Pacifique
A scent that explores ozone! This EDT is much like the sensation of standing atop a cliff overlooking the sea as the ocean breeze rushes over your body. Cool and crisp, one can't imagine anything other than skies of endless blue.
WATER
Bvlgari Aqua by Bvlgari
This marine-inspired men's fragrance is like diving into an emerald green sea … its unique blend of citrus, Posidonia and seven different sea plants provokes a feeling of freshness and energy.
S.T. Dupont L'eau
A far cry from the ocean, this is an aromatic blend of citrus, lavender, violets and ambergris which have been used to create this surprisingly unisex scent that heavily suggests the smell of rain falling in the air.
Acqua di Gio Femme by Giorgio Armani
A scent inspired by the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria, whose notes include pineapple, citrus, watermelon and vodka. This female counterpart to one of the world's top selling male scents is dewy and fresh, and represents a harmony between florals, fruits and marine accords.
