1# Travel Note (Rites de Passage)

A timeless, enigmatic and dreamy elegance.

It all began in Istanbul. Each of us experiences a rite of passage in our lives, and for me it was that journey, amidst the chaotic voices of the Grand Bazaar and the swirling scent of spices from the ancient market. 1# note of travel (rites de passage) is my dedication to nomads, to souls always on the move, to elusive spirits. A warm and spicy perfume, which from the first notes of black pepper, grapefruit, and bergamot, celebrates the gateway to the East that was Constantinople. A constantly evolving perfume, an olfactory metamorphosis that runs from the spices of the Grand Bazaar to the scent of the ancient and precious fabrics of the market. The perfume reaches its beating heart, a warm bouquet of Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Geranium, and Rosewood. A dusty echo of nostalgia. From herbalist to perfumer, I left my path, that of the "medicinal plant," to embark on a new journey, perfume as "olfactory memory." Finally, I wove spiritual notes together to create a woody, resinous, and profound base: Benzoin, Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood, and Incense. Like finding yourself at the end of a journey, alone with yourself, in a mystical and spiritual place in this magical city, this evocative gateway to the East.

[ 1# travel note (Rites de passage) was thought, created and arranged, listening in each of these phases to the albums: Sufi Songs and Music - private collection ]

Olfactory family: CHYPRE                                                 

Facet: AROMATIC, WOODY, SPICY

Composition: Geranium, Incense, Black Pepper, Rosewood, Vetiver, Patchouli, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Grapefruit, Benzoin, Bergamot, Ylang-Ylang.