Apparently guerlain has reformulated mitsouko a number of times and the version released in 20 is supposed to be more like the original then the immediate predecessor. The book also described 107 methods and recipes for perfume making and perfumemaking equipment. It is a story of forbidden love between two lovers whose countries were at war against each other. Mitsouko was created by jacques guerlain in 1919 originally for men and contains bergamot, jasmine, rose, peach, oak moss, pepper, cinnamon, and vetiver. Mitsouko, one of the grand old classics of the french perfume house guerlain, was quite a release back in 1919. Mitsouko awaits with dignity the outcome of the battle, nobly dominating her feelings. Rated 5 out of 5 by lasara from a classic and classy mitsuiko guerlain not bought this perfume for a while but it is so so nice and people always comment on how lovely it smells and how unusual it is, just like most guerlain perfumes, it just smells amazing. A soft accent of peach skin gives mitsouko a tender quality and a teasing gourmand impression. There are 4 shades in our database, which you can select from in the view a shade dropdown menu below. This is a good indication that back in those days, like now, perfume. Mitsouko goes on herbal and medicinal, its very strong and rounded. In 1919, the great war was over, leaving france greatly changed. Originally created for men and then later marketed for women and used by jean harlow. Maybe its the bottle, it seems very oldfashioned and stylish, but whatever reason here it goes what i smell.
The nose behind this fragrance is jacques guerlain. Mitsouko is a spicy scent but not overpowering that lingers on all day. Guerlains unique perfumemaking savoirfaire meets the artisanal excellence of arita porcelain lab in a stunning interpretation of the iconic mitsouko perfume bottle. Mitsouko was created by perfumer jacques guerlain in 1919. Mitsouko by guerlain is a chypre, fruity fragrance for women. Created by jacques guerlain in 1919, mitsouko was a variation on the avantgarde fragrance of the periodcoty chypre chypre was based on the startling contrast among the bergamot top notes, the jasmine heart and the richness of oakmoss. Its name is derived from the french transliteration of a japanese female personal name mitsuko. Mitsouko has a beautiful and bright opening with citruses, jasmine, bergamot and rose, which blends perfectly with the warm and cosy heart of lilac, peach, jasmine and ylangylang. Mitsouko may very well be the best fragrance ever made.
Guerlain mitsouko is the scent of golden autumn days, ripe peaches and burnished wood. The mysterious drydown of the fragrance blends spicy notes with those of underbrush and vetiver. Mitsouko is translated as mystery by guerlain and appears to be their transliteration of the japanese name mitsuko which actually means child of light. Last month when my partner asked me what i wanted for my birthday my reply was vintage guerlain. Guerlain mitsouko is the scent of golden autumn days, ripe peaches and. Jump to a particular section if you know what information youre looking for. Mitsouko perfume by guerlain, mitsouko is an intriguing, chypre fruity fragrance for women. When people talk about classic perfumery, frenchstyle, abstract composition, theyre talking about mitsouko. Mitsouko has been one of guerlains flagship fragrances for nearly a century, and its easy to see why. Mitsouko, a beautiful married japanese woman, secretly loves a british officer. Mitsouko was metaphorically meant by jacques guerlain, to ring in the end of wwi and to inspire hope for the future.
Just like coty chypre 1917 and guerlain mitsouko 1919, itself an offspring of chypre, set the. Mitsouko by guerlain for women mitsouko by guerlain for women. The legendary guerlain mitsouko fragrance turns 100. Buy guerlain fragrances for women mitsouko products.
Its heart is a smooth, sweet combination of lilac, peach. Bleue 1912, mitsouko 1919, guerlains flagship fragrance shalimar 1925, and. Crafted entirely by hand using traditional techniques, the bottle is decorated with symbols of good fortune, melding tradition and modernity. Aldehydic mist on white petals immediately predisposes one to think of fragrances like chanel no. My third book is being released and despite having three new books. One of the best examples of a classic chypre formula, its worn today as much as it was since its release in 1900s get this fragrance here. Make a statement about your refined tastes and elegant sense of style with mitsouko, the classic french fragrance from the scent masters at the prestigious guerlain perfumery. Farrere sold over a million copies of his book, but the fragrance. The composition of mitsouko is very concise, which is also true for nahema. It is a fruity chypre whose top notes include bergamot, its middle notes peach, rose, iris, clove, and jasmine, and its base notes vetiver, oakmoss, and labdanum history. Top notes are citruses, jasmine, bergamot and rose. If you try it and dont like it, try it again when the weather changes. Guerlain mitsouko by arita porcelain lab limited edition.
Perfume is a mixture of fragrant essential oils or aroma compounds, fixatives and solvents. Illustrating the innovative side of its creators, mitsouko is the first fruity chypre fragrance in the perfume world, following other chypre fragrances introduced by guerlain. But of course, perfumes smell different on different people. Introduced to the world in 1919, this timeless scent was a revolutionary composition of rose, lilac, jasmine and other floral notes with a peachy heart that used citrusy. I swapped away my mitsouko edt decant, my small bottle of shalimar pdt, and my bottle of lheure bleue parfum when i was trying to shed stuff that i didnt wear, so you see that even though i appreciate the classics i dont. The unlikely to be pretty bergamot, patchouli, cistus and oakmoss accord tinted and guerlainified with fruit and flowers. Described as smoky and mysterious, it has a distinct charm that lures you back to it again and again. A classical guerlinade accord of tonka bean, vanilla, iris and rose further refines and rounds out the composition. Guerlain is a french perfume, cosmetics and skincare house, which is among the oldest in the. For instance, guerlain mitsouko is under mossy woods, but hermes rouge, a more floral chypre, is under floral oriental. My sil tried some mitsouko as she liked it on me, but said it was completely different on her and she didnt like it.
Mon guerlain, composition parfum guerlain olfastory. Guerlain mitsouko fragrances with delivery in 28 business days. However, many would argue that his greatest composition was 1889s jicky, the first. Add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart customer rating. A beautiful signature perfume like all guerlain perfumes. A deep but warm composition of citrus, jasmine, peach and moss this fragrance is thoroughly unisex and possesses a vintage character that suits the modern age quite well. A deep but warm composition of citrus, jasmine, peach and moss this. Mitsouko initiates the use of the peach note in perfumery. Born of a quest to find the finest raw ingredients, the absolus dorient collection is an invitation to transport the senses to the heart of a fascinating r. This endearing fragrance starts off with top notes of jasmine, rose, bergamot, and citruses.
A masterpiece of balance and originality, mitsouko marries a fruity note of peach with jasmine flowers and may rose. The story takes place in 1905, during the war between russia and japan. Honestly though, i personally do not find mitsouko heavy or oppressive in the way that opium, for example, is. Mitsouko is a kiss to coty chypres slap in the face, and for this reason, its popularity endures to this day. Being anxious to be a femme fatale, i tracked a small bottle down at duty free. I am certainly not the target market for this fragrance but thats not going to stop me. Chypre, the most beautiful lesserknown fragrance family.