Products in the “East Indian Patchouli” Category
American Beauty (rose no. 1)
Caressing. Enveloping. Passionate.
A rich red rose perfume.
* sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
Ancient Air
A sensual patchouli accord based on the true meaning of “Per Fumum” (through smoke). It is reminiscent of a time when the air was laden with incense smoke that carried prayers and sacrifice to the Gods.
Aphrodisia
ESSENSE’ own aphrodisiac Oriental scent with extracts of flowers, woods and spices known throughout history and folklore for their aphrodisiacal qualities.
Bancha Extreme
The long awaited, much requested ‘sequel’ to last Spring’s engaging all-botanical “Bancha” comes Bancha Extreme. While still remaining refreshing and balancing, Bancha Extreme fulfills the wish for an even deeper more enveloping, entrancing aroma experience. (And this time, we even used a favored tea in the composition).
Bancha Extreme is comprised of 100% botanical essences.
* sample vials are 1/2 full.
Beach Roses
Timeless. Wild. Free.
Based on the glorious white and pink rugosa roses that grow wild along the sandy beaches of Cape Cod.
Bermuda Lyme
A reminiscence of voyages from the Olde World to the New… Fresh Caribbean breezes mix with exotic spices, rum, dark wood notes and of course, refreshing lime. In keeping with the tradition of ‘eau fraiche’ scents for Summer, Bermuda Lyme is both, coolly light and bright and yet complex. So, whether you’re sailing on a schooner or just enjoying the clear blue sky, this is your new Summer scent.
Bodhi Sativa (Patchouli project no.1)
A Summer patchouli design…my *entry* design for the “Summer of Patchouli Love 2011″ / Peace, Love and Patchouli! project. A suave and elegant patchouli perfume with a sexy, bohemian twist: a note of cannabis is hidden in the mix.
100% botanical perfume.
Butterfly Nectar
Only flowers could produce this sensual and provocatively honeyed elixir sipped on summer afternoons by butterflies. Perhaps this is the fragrance of the fairies or just the scent they use to call their lovers…
Caravan Spice (Holiday no.11)
For our Holiday scent, 2011, we went ‘old school’… a kind of nostalgic remembrance of holidays past and the designs I used to create when living in Boston and how the season felt to me there. This is a cozy and warm spice scent with ambery nuances and a sense of home near a warm fireplace. Of course, the name recalls the old-world caravans that carry the spices from exotic lands to our homes.
Divine Gardens (Mantua)
Inspired by the allegorical image, “The Triumphs of Time, Fame and Divinity”, by a follower of Andrea Mantagna, Divine Gardens not only speaks to the imagery in the work but also Mantua’s exquisite homes and gardens of the wealthy and powerful.
This green and glorious fragrance is my first green chypre utilizing a tomato leaf note.
* please note: 1 ml sample vials of EdP are 1/2 filled; Perfume / extract vials are filled.
Euphorisme d’Opium
Euphorisme d’Opium: Opium Perfume: c.1977
The original “YSL Opium” perfume, when launched was a scandal. Not only for the open drug reference but for it’s open sexuality and sensuality. Just as YSL was inspired by his beloved Morocco and the Orient, I have infused the original design of Opium perfume (which as of 2010, is no longer on the market) with some extra doses of the euphoric aromas that bring this enchanting Spicy-Oriental perfume to life.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Evolution Musk
Evolution embodies the changes of life, growth, and movement from one stage to the next. Each note in evolution represents an invaluable lesson, person, or time which we bring into our being and make it a part of ourselves. It is a celebration of life and the collaboration that makes it happen.
Gingembre (ginger no.1)
Luscious. Intoxicating. Chic.
My Ginger étude no.1 is a perfectly rich and decadent gourmand ginger spice perfume.
* sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract samples vials are filled.
* 96% Botanical / Natural Perfume.
Hanukah Cannelle (Holiday no.9)
This year’s Holiday scent was inspired by my favorite Hanukah dish: one made of apples, cinnamon, nuts and honey. Of course, I’ve taken some artistic liberties to create a Holiday perfume that’s sexy, luscious and a delight to wear.
Hinoki
“This Winter I found a scent of unusual richness, elegance and singularity. It is a scent of peace and warmth for me: Hinoki, the Japanese Cypress. With this scent, I feel enveloped, warmed and calmed… it’s just what i need for the dark and colder months of Winter.” – DSH
Hippie Chic
A tropical-oriental perfume; a rich and sensual scent for sun warmed skin. One of our “skin scents” that adds a natural, “not-too-perfumey” fragrance to the skin.
Ivory
Pure, clean, smooth, light, fresh, and simple. For all these qualities, we love it!
Jitterbug
Have you ever wanted a glamorous scent of your own like the ones from days gone by? Introducing: Jitterbug. Inspired by the sexy swing dance craze of the 1940´s, Jitterbug is a vintage-style spicy-amber-oriental perfume, like those fabulous fragrances that came out with the “New Look.”
Jitterbug (for men)
A scent worn by the God Pan to allow free movement among humans. Jitterbug for men IS that divinely earthbound fragrance. Hand made from essences that bespeak his travels: resins from his native Greece and flowers from Egypt. But can you detect that most exotic note? It’s absolutely mysterious.
* DSH website exclusive
Lautrec
Inspired by the inimitable French artist Toulouse-Lautrec and his images of Parisian high-life in the 19th Century. This luscious fruity, floral chypre-oriental speaks of nights of gaiety and memories of the Moulin Rouge!
Lavande
La vie Provence! Lavender is the lifeblood of Provence in every sense. Our Lavande has the freshness of the flowers and the warmth of the sun-drenched earth.
* 100% Botanical.
luckyclover
This unusual floral-fougere scent has a “magical” quality about it … we can only describe it as strangely sweet, earthly green and mischievously innocent. Feel the playful charm and luck of a fairy sprite or (maybe a bee) in Luckyclover.
Ma Plus Belle Histoire d’Amour
Ma Plus Belle Histoire d’Amour: The Late Years: c.1994-2002
“Ma Plus Belle Histoire d’Amour”, is the song sung to YSL by one of his great muses, Catherine Deneuve, at his last Haute Couture show. It speaks of the great love story between YSL and his dedicated clientele. By the later years, YSL had become and icon; a legend. Ma Plus Belle Histoire d’Amour speaks to the sense of greatness of the man and his work but also of the his clientele of this time; first ladies, heads of state, socialites and powerful, established women. The fragrance is an elegant ozone, floral-floral inspired by the “Linden Wisteria Evening Coat” found in the collection. It is modern, yet timeless and truly lovely.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Minuit
Dreamy. Silent. Exquisite.
At Midnight, the winter moon shone.
Waves of light, beaming through the dark night sky.
This is when we dream.
An exquisite oriental / chypre of the vintage ‘riche’ style; beautiful on both men and women.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
* 89% Botanical Perfume.
Mirabella
Mirabella perfume encompasses the energy of a mature, sophisticated woman and the sense of a grand floral perfume that has morphed into a rich fruity-floriental – chypre. This is *not* a perfume for a young girl.
90% botanical perfume.
* 1 ml sample vials: EdP samples are 1/2 filled and PERFUME / extract samples are filled.
Muguet Cologne
Limited Edition Spring 2011:
Here is my Muguet Cologne, stated for men, but really it is for anyone. Designed in the ‘eau de cologne’ style, the concentration is lighter and the overall feel is woodier and greener than a soliflore. For me, there is something about it that rings very true to an element of Muguet… kind of stylized like an art deco figure. It’s fresh and refreshing and I feel very approachable and easy to wear. I just loved the concept of creating a Muguet Cologne for men to enjoy this delicious Spring treasure.
100% Botanical.
As well, an original art work (acrylic/ sumi ink/ interference pigment on rice paper) was created through the inspiration of creating the perfume design.
Nourouz (aka Tamarind/Paprika; Holiday Edition)
Our Limited Edition Collection would not be complete without a special Holiday Fragrance.
*EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume/Extract sample vials are filled.
Parfum de Luxe
On the Riviera, I was overwhelmed by the charm and grace of my surroundings. The Perfume in the air was magnificent. Inspired by the Art Deco movement of the 1920´s and ´30´s, Parfum de Luxe is rich, pure and confident.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
*94.5 % Botanical Perfume.
Poivre
Les Rouges No. 4: A deep ruby red. This perfume is a fiery mélange of captivating spices, resins, and a hint of sultry rose. Not for the faint of heart and, oh, does it sizzle!
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
*96 % Botanical Perfume
Pomander
The warm glow of fire on a chilly winter’s day… This spicy blend helps with warming the body, circulation and is mildly stimulating when you’re feeling tired and frazzled. (Plus, it has a wonderfully comforting nostalgic scent!)
* 100% Botanical.
Prana
Power. Light. Harmony.
The embodiment of the One.
A lively and energizing Ayurvedic fragrance that balances citrus, herbs, spice, florals, woods and resins.
100% botanical perfume.
Ruba’iyat
Inspired by the Persian poetry form of the same name, and traditional oudh designs of the region. Created for indiescents.com, Ruba’iyat is a glorious all botanical middle eastern oudh, incense, saffron, and spice perfume. I don’t need to tell you that it’s as complex and intriguing as the patterns on the walls of a sacred mosque.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Seven
Soulful. Meditative. Seductive.
A sexy vintage-style woody-fougere-incense design with some wonderful green and herbal nuances in the topnote.
* 88% botanical.
Sweet Dreams
Aromatic. Sensual. Transcendent.
A place of comfort and delight. The sweet scent of home (and maybe a piece of heaven). Green and refreshing herbal notes and calming lavender are intricately layered with exotic wood and grounding incense notes. (Unisex)
*EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
The Beat Look
The Beat Look: c. 1958-1964
The Americanization of French culture was at it’s height in the late 1950’s and YSL was not immune to it’s influence. Inspired by the street looks of youth culture, the beats and the motorcycle chic of the “Wild One”, “The Beat Look” was revolutionary. The perfume is not only inspired by YSL’s collection and French culture of the time but also by his very first perfume launch “Y”, a fruity-aldehydic chypre, of 1964.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
The Color Orange
Exuberant. Youthful. Bold.
Exactly as you would imagine: a pop of bright orange color in your mind. The expression of the color orange in scent form. One of the inspirations for “the color orange” is Mark Rothko’s “no.12, c.1951″.
Three Kings
“We three kings of Orient are…Bearing gifts we traverse afar…Field and fountain, moor and mountain..Following yonder star…”
The traditional carol tells the story of our new Three Kings scent, so filled with precious resins, balms and woods from the Orient. There is nothing modern about this darkly textured and earthy perfume; it speaks to us of the Ancients.
* sample vials are 1/2 full.
100% Botanical.
Un Soir d’été Provençal
Radiant. Sublime. Poetic.
This is the scent of a summer evening in Provence: Lavender fields growing high on a Provençal hillside warmed by the afternoon sun. I just love this warm fougere-oriental lavender perfume for all year!
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Vert pour Madame
Inspired by the utterly chic and sophisticated style of the late 1970′s and early 1980′s classic green floral chypre, Vert pour Madame has power but more than that, she has depth. She’s achieved it. As well, Vert pour Madame is the perfect harbinger of Spring with notes of hyacinth, jonquil and lily of the valley sewn into the earth with cedarwood, patchouli and moss.
* sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume/ Extract sample vials are filled.
Vintage Patchouly (aka Patchouli)
Nostalgic. Worldly. Belle Epoque.
Inspired by the Orientalist movement in Europe in the late 1800′s and rich turn of the 20th Century perfume designs.
Viridian
Organic. Sultry. Enchanted.
Based on a semi-transparent, green-blue-green artist hue (paint). A abstract green scent that speaks of dark woods and deep forest floors.
* sample vials are 1/2 filled.
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