Products in the “Floral” Category
1,000 Lilies (aka Susinon)
Susinon was a luxurious and strongly scented lily perfume that was made by the Egyptians as well as the Greeks, but the Egyptian version was thought to “excel most’. This fabulous fragrance was also used by Cleopatra to scent the sails of her royal barge, perfuming the air along the Nile as she sailed, proclaiming herself as Goddess and Queen. The exhaustive recipe for Susinon calls for spices and resins to first be soaked in fragrant wine and balanos oil to be prepared. When the oil ready, it is added to the spices along with 1,000 lilies. Interestingly, in our time a lily perfume would be almost exclusively worn by women, but for the ancient Egyptians, Susinon was one perfume deemed suitable for a man.
* 1,000 LILIES PERFUME has been created for Denver Art Museum’s KING TUT exhibit, 2010.
Alba (From Across the Alps)
Many wonderful works of Renaissance Art were created in Northern climes. Tapestries were known especially from the Flemish through France and into Italy. Alba was inspired by one such tapestry from the late 1500′s, woven at a Brussels workshop. The tapestry is made of wool and silk and the fragrance has been designed to convey that subtle sense of texture.
Alba also takes it’s inspiration from alpine flowers, delicate flowering trees and a delicacy of the northern landscape, white truffle.
(*image credit: Flemish designer, active 1500′s, Military Scenes, possibly from the story of Scipio Africanus, late 1500′s, woven at a Brussels workshop wool and silk tapestry, Denver Art Museum, Neusteter Textile Collection, Anonymous Gift).
* please note: 1 ml sample vials of EdP are 1/2 filled; Perfume / extract vials are filled.
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.
Arabian Rose
A sweet, green rose note (accord) based on the first, indigenous rose of Arabia.
Beach Roses
Timeless. Wild. Free.
Based on the glorious white and pink rugosa roses that grow wild along the sandy beaches of Cape Cod.
bridesmaid
A simple nosegay for the Bridesmaids…something lovely for them to experience on your Wedding Day and to take home as a reminder of your cherished friendships.
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…
Cyan
Ethereal. Winged. Pixiliated.
Created for Sniffapalooza Spring Fling 2009, Cyan is an airy, refreshing light blue-green aroma color interpretation. Inspired by the ultra modern bluish color in the CMYK color printing spectrum.
d’Anjou
Sheer as a veil, ethereal as a cloud, d´Anjou is Spring…the delicate scent of green pears, leaves, and early flowers. d’Anjou is a light fruity floral scent that is soft enough to wear anytime, with anything. It is the perfect ‘first perfume’ for a young girl.
DSH New Creations Collection Box
Simplicity. Beauty. Art. These are the concepts behind DSH New Creations, a startling collection of perfumes. DSH New Creations is an artist’s vision of beauty, perfection, and subtlety in aromatic form. They combine the innovation of the designer with the traditions of aromatherapy and old world perfumery techniques.
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A perfect gift and a way to try an entire collection at once! Our collection boxes are a boxed set of mini flacon bottles (5 ml each) of each fragrance in the series.
Eau de Coquette
Based on 18th Century perfumer Jean-Louis Fargeon’s descriptive formula for “Eau de Cypre Composée” and associated with Madame du Barry, last official mistress of Louis XV. A rich, classical white floral-animalic perfume.
100% Botanical.
Eau de Fleurs d’Oranger du Roi
“Orange Blossom Water of the King”. Orange Blossom, the epitome of grace and lightness, was one of the most sought after essences of the 18th Century and in the Court of Louis XV; aptly called “Le Cour Parfumée” (The Perfumed Court). Eau de Fleurs d’Oranger was synonymous with Louis XV, so much so, that it was re-named “Eau de Fleurs d’Oranger du Roi” posthumously.
*100% botanical; the animalic notes are comprised of botanical accords to mimic the animal essences.
Eau de Trianon
Based on detailed notes for the fragrance, “Parfum du Trianon”, commissioned by Marie Antoinette. She asked her perfumer, Fargeon, to create a fragrance that would evoke the aroma of the gardens of her beloved palace, Petit Trianon and her ‘Hameau’ (Hamlet). He created for her a delicate and beguiling floral perfume that not only bespeaks the flowers, woods and fresh air of Trianon but is full of symbolism of her life at Versailles and role as Queen. It is a perfume that illustrates the light hearted grace and sparkling enchantment of high Rococo style.
* 96.5 % Botanical Perfume.
Fleurs d’Oranger (Orange Blossom)
Les Rouges No. 3: warm orange-red. The sensual, yet delicate, side of red: A rich orange blossom perfume that doesn’t blush.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
*98% Botanical Perfume.
French Linden Blossom (Lime Blossom) accord
An ethereal, almost cucumber-like floral note with sweet honey-melon nuances.
Gelsomino (Jasmine)
Warm. Subtle. Mysterious.
Inspired by the arousing aroma of Italian Jasmine in full bloom, warmed by the Mediterranean sun. (It must the the secret weapon of many a Bella Donna… or maybe the scent of a Botticelli incarnate).
My Italian Journey No. 5 design.
*EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Giardini Segreti (aka Italian Journey no.3)
Lush. Haunting. Forbidden.
The whispering scent of an unseen garden; the jewel hidden at the center of many Italian Palazzi. {One must have the key to enter this place of meditation or rendezvous…}
The enticing scent of Mediterranean flowers and musk.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Guimauve de Soie
A brand new design collaboration with Carrie Meredith from “eyeliner on a cat” blog is an abstraction of texture and synesthetic color (and a slight play on words: guimauve) which translates to “Silk Marshmallow”.
There’s a kind of dada-esque quality to the name, which I love, that speaks to the silky ‘texture’ of the fragrance and it’s overall “grey-blue-violet” tonality (connoted by the main orris note and is the ‘mauve’ reference). The odd (but wonderful) balance of orris – violet – animalic nuances counterbalanced with gourmand notes of anise and cocoa beans is quite unexpected. The gourmand aspects bring the idea of “marshmallow” into a new focus.
Guimauve de Soie is unlike anything else in my collections to date; I am very excited by this design and it’s such a pleasure to present it as my first original creation of 2012.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled ; PERFUME sample vials are filled.
June Bride
June roses blossom just for you! Our June Bride perfume is the pinnacle of traditional elegance; a simple bouquet of pink and ivory roses for the Bride. Nothing could be more feminine to compliment your Wedding Gown.
La Vie en Rose
La Vie en Rose: Paris Perfume: c.1983
Taking a cue from YSL himself, I was as much inspired by the dress (The Paris Bow Dress) as by the original design of the 1983 perfume itself. YSL allowed himself to be inspired by the perfume to create the dress… La Vie en Rose is an expanded version of the original rose, violet, aldehydic perfume with added sparkling notes to suggest a gloriously youthful exuberance and a champagne fete along a Springtime Champs Elysees.
*EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Les Petites
A scent for babies and children. Les Petites is a subtle essence that does not take away from the natural beauty of baby’s scent, but adds a bit of freshness and sweetness. The gentle aromatherapy essential oils and absolutes used in Les Petites promote tranquility and happy smiles. Les Petites is delicate and lovely and can be worn by children and adults as a refreshing and uplifting aromatherapy spritz. It is perfect for those who prefer a light, subtle scent.
* 100% botanical fragrance.
Les Rouges Collection Box
PASSION, POWER, LUST, RAGE, ECSTASY… such are our associations with RED; our wildest emotions and greatest HEAT are bound to this primal color. Inspired by the radiance and intensity of RED, my Les Rouges Collection Box contains a miniature (5ml) bottle of all four of the exquisite members of this collection.
Ligne Trapéze
Ligne Trapéze: The Dior Years: c.1950
Inspired by YSL’s very first collection as the new art director at Dior: the Ligne Trapéze and the gorgeous silver evening gown found in among these first designs. The absolute aesthetic of French chic at this time was a sense of coolness; an ultimate air of elegance. The perfume displays this same, slightly aloof, beginning and warms into the aldehydic-animalic drydown found in most fine fragrances of this period.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Lili
Delicate. Feminine. Elegant.
The delightfully poetic scent of a ‘jolie Parissienne’. A floral-fresh scent with a subtle airy, fruit-like nuance of apple-melon-lime.
*EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
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.
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.
Mother of the Bride
She has loved you for all of your life. Make her feel almost as special as you feel on Your Wedding Day, with her own perfume!
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.
Muguet de Mai
Limited Edition, Spring 2011:
Inspired by vintage lily of the valley perfumes and the challenge to create an all botanical muguet fragrance, Muguet de Mai Perfume is a floral bouquet centered around lily of the valley; not a mere soliflore taken from the ground and placed, sequestered, in a bottle but a perfume that brings the atmosphere of May, warm and sunny with blooming flowers everywhere, green grass and wet earth. Muguet de Mai is feminine and sweet; slightly girlish and womanly, too. She is a maiden of the fields covered in lily of the valley.
100% Botanical.
* For this limited edition perfume we created 9, 5 ml antique perfume flacons in 2011. We currently have 2 left for sale. As well, an original art work (acrylic on canvas painting) was created through the inspiration of creating the perfume design. “Muguet de Mai”, 2011, can also be seen and purchased here.
Oeillets Rouges (Red Carnations)
Les Rouges No. 2; scarlet red: A charming and playful perfume of red carnations in full bloom…joyful as a day in May.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
* 92% Botanical Perfume.
Padme Lotus
Universal. Spiritual. Illuminating.
Lotus, the universal symbol of beauty and enlightenment, encapsulated.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Pandora
Pandora: A Beautiful Evil
The “Beautiful Evil” is a quote from the story of Pandora as told by the Greek, Hesiod. She is the all gifted, all giving one, a singular woman and synonymous with Eve in many respects. It is she who opens humankind to the knowledge of good and evil and ultimately breaks the utopian ideal. With Pandora, mankind has plagues but also knowledge and maturity. She opens the door to truth and hope.
What began as an all-botanical design for a project changed direction with the addition of a subtle synthetic influence. It made all of the difference. This is also a perfume that also utilizes some new and exotic botanical materials…in Pandora, the ancient meets the 21 century.
97.5% Natural (Botanical / Natural Animal Essences)
Parfum de Grasse
A Hymn. My Homage to the City of Perfumes.
Parfum de Grasse’ elegant fragrance honors the great classical masterpieces of French perfumery and their magical birthplace, the City of Grasse.
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
* 98% Botanical perfume.
Parma Violet
A fascinating Italian violet note that is powdery-sweet, flowery and just a little green.
Perfection Connoisseur Fragrances Collection Box
Four fragrances warrant the name. They are beyond compare. Perfection Connoisseur Fragrances is a luxury fragrance line. The perfumes are: Cafe Noir, Rose Vert, Parfum de Grasse, and Parfum de Luxe. These exclusive perfume designs are a step above the norm: They are all based on fine natural essences, seldom used in commercial fragrances due to their extreme rarity and cost. Here are miniature (one dram) bottles of the precious members of this collection.
Pink Gardenia
Gorgeous. Rich. Narcotic.
My own signature Gardenia perfume; an elegant and creamy delight.
Pompeii
What enchanting aroma pervades the Villa dei Mysteri? (Only the Gods know…) All we know is that it’s seductive, sultry and so exotic; an aroma of the Ancients.
* oil sample vials are 1/2 filled. water-based spray concentrée sample vials are full.
Pretty & Pink
A modern fruity floral that balances youthful folly with rich sophistication. Our re-launched version puts the emphasis on a rosewater, true Bulgarian rose and fresh Spring floral bouquet heart mixed with a new plummy nuance in the top note. There’s still the ultra-modern vibe of the crystalline musk drydown and a soft sandalwood note finish. This is our prettiest pink (rose) scent yet!
Quinacridone Violet
Neon. Shocking. Fantastic.
The aroma-color based on an intense man-made fuschia-pink-purple artist hue (pigment).
Rose Vert
In a dream, I am lost in fields of roses. They are dew-drenched and velvety against my skin. Their rich scent pervades my waking hours with remembrances of deep red and green…
* EdP sample vials are 1/2 filled; Perfume / Extract sample vials are filled.
* 100% Botanical.
Saving Grace
When I get over tired and frazzled, this is my saving grace! Light and fresh-rosy, Saving Grace works powerfully, yet subtly, to calm sensory overload and give balance.
* 100% Botanical.
Secreti di Belle Donne (Venice)
During the Renaissance, Venice was at the height of it’s power and luxury. Not only the global force for trade in Europe of exotic spices, fabrics and ships, but also for love and seduction through their beautiful Courtesans. A famous book of the period was called simply “Secreti”; a book of beauty secrets. My Secreti di Belle Donne perfume is inspired by the famous Courtesans of Venice and Venetian delicacies as well as the work by Vittore Carpaccio, “Portrait of a Lady with a Book”.
Secreti di Belle Donne is a wonderfully rich and subtle perfume that speaks to the beauty preparations of the lovely ladies of Venice as well as the underlying erogenous scent of the lovers trysts.
(*image credit: Vittore Carpaccio, about 1465-1525, Portrait of a Lady with a Book, about 1495, oil on panel, Denver Art Museum, Gift of Samuel H. Kress Foundation, 1961.168)
* please note: 1 ml sample vials of EdP are 1/2 filled; Perfume / extract vials are filled.
Songbird
Inspired by the Songbirds of May. Songbird is an enchanting and delicate floral perfume that is airy, cheerful and simply beautiful.
Sophie
The scent of Sophie Alton: smart, spirited and beautiful heroine of Pamela Clare’s new novel, “Unlawful Contact”. Sense Sophie’s fresh, flowery perfume co-mingled with what Marc calls her “sweet wild musk”… Sophie smells of wildflowers and a subtle sensuality.
St. Valentine
Cupid’s arrows are flying only to pierce our hearts with love. Romance is in the air and we come bearing our most cherished tokens: violets, red roses and chocolate. St. Valentine is an elixir of love… a sensual floriental-gourmand perfume of richness and grace.
the Afternoon
The scent of a warm day: sunny skies, soft kisses, laughter, and happy memories.
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.
Tubereuse (Tuberose)
Its milky white and flesh flowers bear the secret of attraction. In India, this flower is called “Mistress of the Night:” The most sensuous and intoxicating of perfumes.
Venus & Cupid (Siena)
Inspired by “Venus and Cupid”, attributed to Girolamo di Benvenuto, 1470-1524, the image and delightful scent are reminiscent of earlier Roman themes decadence ad luscious natural sensuality. Venus and Cupid is a sensuous perfume filled with floral fecundity and the nectar of the Gods.
(*image credit: attributed to Girolamo di Benvenuto, 1470-1524, Venus and Cupid, about 1500, Tempera and oil on panel, Denver Art Museum, Gift of the Samuel H. Kress Foundation, 1961-1972)
* please note: 1 ml sample vials of EdP are 1/2 filled; Perfume / extract vials are 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.
Violetta di Murano
Deep. Saturated. Glorious.
My Italian Journey No. 4: Based on a dark and mysterious deep purple violet I found in a hidden garden on the Island of Murano. I fell in love at first sniff.
* sample vials are 1/2 filled.
Waterlily
An Eastern delicacy; the floating enchantment of the delicate water nymphaeia Lotus. It’s both beautifully airy and slightly watery at the same time with cool green nuances in the top note with a rich floral heart.
{A wonderful scent from the ‘old school’ Essense Perfumery (Boston) days…}
Wedding Bouquet
A romantic perfume based on the Wedding Flower, stephanotis. This lovely bouquet is accented by gardenia, French lily, and baby white rosebuds.
Wild Honeysuckle
A twist and tangle of sultry, seductive white blossoms. The epitome of Summer…based on my beloved Cape Cod honeysuckle branches.
Your Perfect Day Wedding Fragrances Collection Box
This collection of fine, hand made fragrances is designed especially to create the perfect ambiance with the Bride and Groom and the Bridesmaids, too. There will be no clashing, but instead the Bride’s perfume compliments the Groom’s scent and when you add the Bridesmaid’s, the entire atmosphere becomes the complete Wedding Bouquet.
The Collection Box includes one dram miniature bottle of the three spectacular For the Bride fragrances: June Bride, Something Blue, and Wedding Bouquet, as well as our spectacular Mother of the Bride, Bridesmaid, and For the Groom scents.
This collection box makes a wonderful wedding or anniversary gift…one that will continue the memories of Your Perfect Day.
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