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Whether you are ready to pack your suitcase to reach some exotic dream destination or stuck in the office with the meager consolation of the city less and less busy, this summer you can immerse yourself in the holiday mood simply by wearing a fragrance that evokes the concepts of light-heartedness, relaxation, travel and adventure (to each his own concept of a happy holiday).
The starting idea for many noses is that of to enclose in a single essence ingredients capable of teleporting to the goal of dreams: from the islets of Greece to the Caribbean atolls, from the pine forests of the Mediterranean scrub to the cliffs of northern France. What matters is the feel good effect that these fragrances can guarantee. We talk about it with the nose Véronique Le Bihan, founder of the artistic perfume house Atelier Materi.
How to choose the perfect perfume to accompany us during the summer?
«As temperatures rise, we are attracted to the concepts of freshness, lightness and exoticism. Even if there are no strict diktats, in summer we tend to leave behind the woody, spicy and enveloping scents of winter, preferring revitalizing, luminous, energizing scents. For example, fresh floral, citrus or marine fragrances or solar notes that teleport us on vacation. What matters is choosing a fragrance that captivates us. Wearing it all summer, it will bind to the memories of the most carefree season of the year. And smelling it months later will allow us to relive those happy moments ».
What are the olfactory mixes that teleport away, evoking travel and holidays?
«The first is the classic scent of sunscreen, given by one blend of white flowers, vanilla and coconut: remembers the holidays by the sea and puts you in a good mood. Then the tropical and exotic ingredients: coconut, mango and passion fruit make us dream of being on a paradise island while sipping delicious cocktails. A lot, however, changes according to one’s nationality: in France, for example, we really love the scent of monoi (typical of Polynesia * ed) ».
Is it possible to guess or at least guess a person’s preferences regarding perfumes?
«You can try! But the choice of fragrance is so personal and tied to the emotional sefra thatand it is quite difficult to guess another person’s olfactory tastes. His character, his taste in terms of clothes, his taste at the table, the choices of music, the environment in which he lives will be considered. But it is a collection of clues that, even if done in the best possible way, may not guarantee the choice of the most suitable perfume for him / her ».
What is the passepartout and timeless summer note?
“Undoubtedly one citrus note. Whether it’s lemon, grapefruit, mandarin, what matters is its freshness, with a splash effect. What you want most when the weather gets hot. We have created Poivre Pomelo, which with its fresh, sparkling, revitalizing and long-lasting trail represents the perfect summer fragrance ».
In the world of fragrances there is a revival of olfactory notes that we considered part of the past. Can you confirm it?
«Green fragrances are making a comeback on the market as a wave of vegetal freshness. Ingredients such as galbanum, now defined as obsolete, are back in fashion. There are even fragrances with notes of vegetables. It’s the post-pandemic effect: we missed nature so much that today we want to enjoy the wonder and benefits of trees, grass and all plants ».
We leave you at the selection of new and delicious feel-good perfumes to wear this summer.
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1/13Atelier Materi
Poivre Pomelo Eau de Parfum. An unusual freshness entrusted to Pepe di Timut, a rare berry with spicy notes and surprising grapefruit accents on a structured background of Vetiver and Maté. He leaves a fresh, vibrant and long-lasting trail. Genderless fragrance made in France.
Cost: € 220, 100 ml
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2/13Juliette has a gun
Magnolia Bliss Eau de Parfum. Inspiration. the famous summer of ’69. In a flashback of Polaroids, super 8 videos, flower crowns, pastel shades and a seventies soundtrack, the fragrance for a woman in love with love and non-conformism without forgetting, of course, her rebellious spirit. Composed around an essence of magnolia, the fragrance infuses the memory of a bucolic summer, while the juicy and pungent Mirabelle plum invites the senses to free themselves.
Cost: € 120, 100 ml
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3/13Rajani
Strong Eau de Parfum. An exciting scent that comes from the desire to experience the summer, the sand, the sun, the sea breeze, the color of the flowers, the fresh taste of a cocktail with southern citrus fruits that make up the head. Inspired by the memories of the summers spent in Versilia. Top: lime, citron, bergamot, ginger. Heart: white flowers and salt. Background: woods, gray amber.
Cost: € 220, 100 ml
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4/13Narciso Rodriguez
Narcissus Cristal Eau de Parfum. The fragrance captures the essence of the inner light through its radiant top notes, pure and delicate heart and sensual base. Opening with bergamot, flower bud petals, a lush bouquet of rose and white flower accords. The fragrance develops gradually up to a voluptuous base with an iconic musk heart, enriched by woody and amber facets.
Cost: € 120, 90 ml
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Sergio Tornaghi5/13Angel Schlesser
Mediterranean Cypress Eau de Toilette. When you dive from the boat into the harbor to swim to the shore. There is a strip of sand between the sea and a cypress grove that casts a fragrant shadow over the bay. On the hill behind this little paradise you can glimpse the white walls burned by the sun of a Mediterranean town. Alexis Grugeon by Firmenich manages to evoke all the sensations that can be experienced in such a moment with a perfect olfactory score. A spicy woody scent that celebrates summer.
Cost: € 35.90, 100 ml
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6/13Issey Miyake
L’Eau d’Issey Eau & Magnolia Eau De Toilette Intense. Emblematic flower of the fragrance, magnolia spreads a magnetic aura on the skin in its irresistible duality, as ethereal as it is sensual. A bouquet of roses enhances her most feminine accents, while a solar breath sublimates the velvet of each petal and the sensuality of her heart. A base note of sandalwood makes it even more engaging, leaving its trail on the skin wrapped in soft musk.
Cost: € 130, 100 ml
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7/13Kenzo
Ciel Magnolia Eau de Parfum. In Japan, Kenzo grew up in a traditional tea house. A childhood full of a thousand perfumes. This olfactory casket inspired Kenzo Parfums to create the Kenzo Memori Collection, which in Japanese means “memory”. Seven cheerful and relaxing eau de parfums, with a bottle inspired by a bottle of sake. Top note: magnolia. Heart note: musk. Base note: sandalwood.
Cost: € 97.99, 75 ml
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8/13The Different Company
Tokyo Bloom Eau de Toilette. A touch of purity, a green breath with three facets (basil leaves, galbanum, dandelion) that refreshes the spirit and gives comfort. Star jasmine and cyclamen petals color it with a sweet light, while musks reveal warmth and sensuality on the skin.
Cost: € 124, 100 ml
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9/13L’Erbolario
Altea perfume. Feminine fragrance with infinite citrus and flowery facets. Tickled by a pair of sparkling citrus fruits such as Fior di Limone and Sweet Orange, this charming perfume skilfully heads towards a flowery heart dominated by notes of Altea and White Rose. Musks and Vanilla come arm in arm on the bottom to seal an irresistible trail. 100% recyclable product.
Cost: € 13.50, 15 ml
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10/13Giorgio Armani
My Way Floral Eau De Parfum. An invitation to go to self-discovery that contains all the excitement of the first meeting. The scent opens on citrus notes of green mandarin and bright enfluerage of orange blossom in bitter orange oil. In the heart, the tuberose is amplified by neroli oil, delicately complex and sweet. At the bottom, the infusion of bourbon vanilla joins the white musks, revealing its enveloping character.
Cost: € 124.45, 100 ml
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11/13Caudalie
Soleil des Vignes Fresh Water. Its sunny fragrance leaves enveloping notes of coconut, orange blossom, jasmine and vanilla on the skin that recall summer at any time of the year.
Cost: € 25.20, 50 ml
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12/13The Body Shop
The Body Shop Vanilla Eau de Toilette. Perfume your skin with warm and sweet notes of Vanilla. Long-lasting fragrance, vegan formulation.
Costs: € 26
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13/13Millefiori
Mini Moveo is a compact and portable diffuser with continuous and uninterrupted fragrance diffusion and intensity specially designed by Millefiori® Milan for small spaces, to be used when you are away from home, for the car, the office or to be taken on vacation.
The small size and practical USB cable for simple power supply make this mini speaker easy to use. Equipped with LED light that changes color, the Mini Moveo Millefiori® Milano creates atmosphere and enriches any space it is used. It can dispense different fragrances to fill rooms with aromas with a #foreveronvacation effect. The small size and practical USB cable for simple power supply make this mini speaker easy to use. Equipped with LED light that changes color, the Mini Moveo Millefiori® Milano creates atmosphere and enriches any space it is used. The fragrances available are: LET THE ENERGY FLOW, JOY ABOVE ALL, STAY CONFIDENT, LIVING BALANCE, MOMENTS OF INSPIRATION, MOVED BY PASSION.Costs: € 9.90
Source: Vanity Fair
