A journey through perfume history
At Perfume Lounge, we invite you to embark on a journey through the history of perfumery, exploring iconic scents that have shaped the industry. From timeless classics to groundbreaking innovations, each fragrance tells a story.
The future of fragrance: AI meets perfumery
Science and technology are revolutionizing how we perceive and create perfumes. A prime example is AI by SALLE PRIVÉE, a fragrance crafted with the help of artificial intelligence. Master perfumer Aurélien Guichard analyzed global scent trends using AI while adding his artistic touch to create an olfactory masterpiece. This perfume embodies the ever-changing world, bottled into a scent that pushes the boundaries of innovation.
A trip through time: Iconic perfumes that defined an era
1882 – The birth of Fougère Royale
Imagine strolling through the gardens of Versailles, dressed in your finest attire, with a captivating fragrance that turns heads. A passerby stops to ask, "Excusez-moi, what is that enchanting scent?" You smile and reveal the secret: Fougère Royale by Houbigant. A groundbreaking fragrance that laid the foundation for the entire fougère fragrance family. Even today, this perfume remains an enduring classic, loved by many.
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1919 – The iconic Tabac Blond
Created by Ernest Daltroff for the legendary French house Caron, Tabac Blond became an instant success. Its smoky, leathery elegance challenged conventions, proving that perfume could be bold and daring. A century later, Caron continues to innovate, releasing modern minimalist fragrances like Musc Oli.
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1948 – Fracas: The ultimate tuberose
In the post-war era, the world embraced bold statements, and Fracas by Germaine Cellier became the ultimate tuberose perfume. Decades later, the Dutch niche brand Annindriya introduced Tipsy Tuberose, a playful, whisky-kissed take on the classic white floral—proving that tuberose fragrances remain both timeless and exciting.
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2000 - The one and only powdery perfume: Teint de Neige
The color of snow, the queen of all powdery perfumes. Powdery perfumes have always had a following. From Caron’s Pois de Senteur to Pierre Guillaume’s Poudre de Riz. However with its bouquet of iris, jasmin, rose, ylang-ylang and heliotrope, Teint de Neige has become a classic in the genre, and it is Lorenzo Villoresi’s best selling perfume.
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2015 - Baccarat Rouge 540
Created to celebrate Baccarat’s 250th anniversary, Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian has become a defining fragrance of the 2010s. Its refined composition of saffron, jasmine, and ambergris creates a luminous, well-balanced scent with exceptional longevity and a distinctive sillage. A true modern classic in contemporary perfumery.
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2025 - Risvelium: a bridge between worlds
Perfumer Alessandro Gualtieri has the classic Black Afgano for his brand Nasomatto under his belt-it was released in 2009 and soon became one of the most popular niche perfumes. His newest creation for Orto Parisi takes us to present day. Risvelium represents as a ceremonial bridge between tangible and intangible realities.
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Explore perfume history with us
Read about classic perfume and perfume ingredients in the Nez perfume books to find out about the history of perfume ingredients and the perfumes that they were used in. From Fougère Royale to Tipsy Tuberose, the Perfume Lounge collection is a treasure trove of olfactory masterpieces. Join us and step into the world of timeless scents—where history, artistry, and innovation blend seamlessly.
