Why perfume oils instead of perfumes? According to the brand’s ‘About Us’ page, “We have always been obsessed with perfume, especially perfume oils – which have a luxe skin feel. They melt into your skin and take longer to evaporate than traditionally manufactured cologne. As it lingers on your skin’s surface, the velvety texture deepens throughout the day. Perfume oils have a highly concentrated scent and are free from synthetic preservatives.”

Tapputi Luxury Perfume Oils officially launched online on October 24, 2022, with 10 unique scents, each in special, vintage-inspired bottles. These fragrances range from Dark Gem, a spicy floral scent with top notes of ginger, pepper, and cardamon mixed with coconut, gardenia, orange blossom and peony, and finished with musk and sandalwood; to Kirei, a fruity-floral affair with notes like wild berries, juicy mandarin, orange, jasmine, caramel, vanilla, amber and sandalwood. Another notable scent in the collection is White Oud, whose top note of ylang ylang gives way to the warmer tonka beans and patchouli, and ends up with base notes of white musk and cypriol.

But being a female-owned, African luxury fragrance business that houses its scents in vintage bottles isn’t its only significant standout feature: the name ‘Tapputi’ is actually derived from Tapputi Belatekallim, the world’s first recorded female chemist and perfume maker whose works date back to 1200 BCE in Babylonian Mesopotamia according to archaeological finds. Not only was she the head of her household (this is what the word ‘Belatekallim’ literally means), but she was also the official overseer of perfumery in the royal palace and may very well be the author of the first perfume-making treatise.

The first collection from Tapputi Luxury Perfume Oils is available to shop on their website, and in-store if you live in South Africa or would be visiting anytime soon.

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In other words, because we are social beings, the act of giving gifts, either to ourselves or to others, is important for our survival. Giving is not just the way we express appreciation, but it is also one of the ways through which we grow and evolve as a species.

But even if we all understood its benefits, shopping for the right gifts that would express the sentiments we are hoping to convey is hard. It is why we have chosen to team up with Montaigne Place to help ease this process a bit for you.

Montaigne Place is well known for stocking the biggest and best names in the luxury fragrance, skincare and beauty world, so, if you’re looking to get gifts in these categories, it is definitely the place to go. One brand to look out for is Ajmal, a Middle Eastern perfume brand with a rich heritage spanning over seven decades and an international presence in over two dozen countries of the world.

Wondering what Ajmal perfume would be a great gift to give this season? Here are some great suggestions to consider

Amber Santal

If you’re in the market for a woody scent with a rich and creamy, consistency that manages to last for a long time without being overbearing, then you should definitely get Amber Santal.

A member of the Ajmal A series, Amber Santal’s top notes of cypress, pepper and nutmeg, alongside its base notes of sandalwood, patchouli, cedar and amber is a great gift for a perfume lover with a bias for the sandalwood scent.

Amber Wood

For a stronger, muskier and more intoxicating woody scent, Ajmal’s Amber Wood should be the scent on your radar.

This perfume might be better suited for a romantic partner or a close family member/friend as its fragrance is reminiscent of warm, intimate moments. It would also be a great gift for yourself if its notes are to your liking.

Hatkora Wood

Don’t let the wood in the name fool you — Hatkora Wood by Ajmal is more citrusy than woody, and with the top notes of Hatkora lemon, lemon and peach; middle notes of saffron, lavender, ginger and rose, and, base notes of agarwood (oud), sandalwood, ambergris, amber and musk, you get a scent that is strong enough to pass as a fragrance for men, but with whiffs of softness that it can easily be worn by a woman who loves a perfume that veers away from the traditional feminine powdery fragrances.

Violet Musc

This floral, powdery Ajmal perfume is a perfect gift for a female friend, family member or even a colleague this holiday.

While it is true that not every female loves floral, powdery fragrances, an expert mix of musk, lily of the valley, ylang ylang and rose at the top followed by the more elegant violet and finished off with the base notes of amber and more musk make the Ajmal Violet Musc a delightfully floral affair that is hard to resist.

Purely Orient Amber 

This is definitely the scent to get for someone whose taste in perfume you’re unsure of.

A mix of bergamot and pepper with rose, rosewood, jasmine and palisander finished off with amber, oud, musk and sandalwood ensures that there is something of interest here whether the receiver is a lover of spicy scents or one that leans towards powdery fragrances or even someone who is more interested in woody perfumes.

All Ajmal perfumes are available at Montaigne Place stores nationwide. 

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Olivier Creed, the nose behind the House of Creed’s latest fragrance for women, Wind Flowers, explained that for this particular scent, he drew inspiration from the strength of a woman ‘flying through the air’ in some form of dance movement. This image, of a female dancer switching rapidly between different movements – perhaps, sometimes slow, sometimes fast with different twists and turns all coming together to form a graceful, fluid choreography – is the perfect metaphor for the Creed Wind Flowers perfume.

Female perfumes always almost evoke memories of flowers and powdery fragrances; of soft scents that are intimate yet safe and elusive; of aromas that tease and lightly draw you close as though their wearer were so delicate that a more powerful movement would crush them.

Creed Wind Flowers turns this myth on its head.

When the fragrance initially hits your nose, your first thought would probably be, ‘no, this is just another flowery, citrusy scent.’ And this reaction would not be altogether wrong, because the top notes of jasmine, orange blossom and peach are well, flowery aromas. And the heart notes of jasmine sambac, tuberose petals and rose extract only reinforce the smell of flowers.

But, at the base of all of these fragrant layers is where the real change starts to occur.

The sweet yet sharp scent of praline is mixed with the equally sharp citrusy but sour orange blossom, the woody and rich sandalwood as well as the powdery, buttery iris fragrances that are all then diluted with the clean, unique musk scent to create an overall aroma that starts out familiar and unsurprising, but gradually segues into an unexpectedly different experience that can either delight or shock.

The situation (that is ideal for Creed Wind Flowers)

As this is a generally citrusy, flowery fragrance, it is perfect for spring and summer. Yet, because this Creed scent is also a soft and long-lasting perfume that makes an impression without overpowering all who experience it, you can confidently wear it all day knowing that it will stay with you like a loyal, dependable friend.

The stores (where you can buy a bottle. Or two)

Creed Wind Flowers is available online on the house’s website.

But, if you’re in Nigeria, the perfume can be gotten at any of the Montaigne Place stores, across the country. Montaigne Place in collaboration with the House of Creed launched the scent at an uber-chic yet dreamy private launch in Lagos, at the visually stunning Art Hotel that was the perfect backdrop for the event. The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly a graceful yet energetic performance by young ballet dancers, further enlivened by decor reflecting the perfume’s notes; effortlessly conveying the scent’s unique narrative to tell a beautiful story.

You can also choose to call/Whatsapp Montaigne Place Concierge on 0700 MONTAIGNE, or follow their Instagram, @montaigneplace, to make a purchase.

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In what is a first for the Italian outwear brand, Moncler has unveiled two new scents called Moncler Pour Femme and Moncler Pour Homme. Both bear the hallmarks of the brand which are innovation, nature, exploration and, of course, a good dose of luxury.

The 150 ml bottle itself looks a little like a flask (or borraccia in Italian) that the brand says pays homage to its mountain roots and adventurous spirit. The silver ribbing, meanwhile, is intended to mirror the quilting you’ll find on its beloved down jackets. The real pièce de résistance, though, is the screen that you can control to show the scrolling red letters of your choosing via a smartphone app.

Each perfume contains a mountain woods accord, which was formulated exclusively for Moncler by Givaudan perfumers. Both scents also have notes of cedarwood to evoke the outdoors and sandalwood to create a nice warmth. Moncler calls Pour Femme a woody, musky fragrance characterised by Italian bergamot and jasmine while Moncler Pour Homme is meant to emulate an alpine forest with a heady dose of woody notes.

The brand also teamed up with Interparfums for this new endeavour. The French outfit, which has previously spearheaded fragrances for some of the biggest names in luxury—Boucheron, Coach, Jimmy Choo and Van Cleef & Arpels—will oversee the production and distribution of the perfumes across Moncler stores, as well as select department stores, specialty shops and travel retailers.

“With these two fragrances, even the bottle itself is a new adventure, a new spirit, and a new way of communicating—whether it is to write your name, a special message or anything you like,” said Philippe Bénacin, CEO of Interparfums.

Sounds like a great way to turn something as commonplace as a bottle of perfume into a very intimate affair. A 150 ml bottle will cost $210 ($150 for a refill) while the 100 ml bottle is priced at $140 and the 60 ml bottle goes for $95. The fragrances launched on Tuesday, October 5 in Moncler boutiques and will be available at Bloomingdales from October 10.

Source: Robb Report

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Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, Louis Vuitton’s master perfumer, worked directly with Rihanna on the scent. He described how intentional the signer was about the project, recalling a visit to Les Fontaines Parfumées, LVMH’s master fragrance compound in Grasse, where she ended up walking around the garden for five hours.

The scent, which can be considered a “love elixir [is] simple in terms of construction, with fantastic ingredients,” according to Belleturd. The ‘fantastic ingredients’ referred to here include the notes of magnolia, musk, tangerine, blueberry, Bulgarian rose, and patchouli which are inspired by some of Rihanna’s favourite places like Barbados, New York, Los Angeles, and Paris.

The Fenty Eau de Parfum sits in an antique-inspired brown glass bottle that has been designed to fit into the singer’s palms. Speaking on the bottle’s colour, Rihanna said in a press release: “I wanted a rich colour that really represented all genders from across all walks of life. Brown is my favourite colour. Brown is who I am. Brown is what I come from. If I’m going to make a fragrance that represents me, even the body language of the bottle needs to marry that. So, I wanted something brown, but also transparent – so you could see the liquid and the fragrance you’re about to experience.”

The gender-neutral perfume will be available from August 10 on Fenty’s website for $120. However, if you want to get your hands on it before that date, you can head over to Fenty Beauty right now and purchase products up to $40 which will guarantee you a free sample when you use code FENTY at checkout. The offer will be valid until the 8^th of August.

Source: The Cut

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Selecting the best perfume from the Essence de Parfum collection

When Roja Dove set out to make this new collection, he wanted it to be “… an extension of who you are, or maybe, who you want to be.” And so, each note was carefully selected and blended together with others to create unique fragrances that announce your presence even before you walk into any space, and continue to communicate your essence long after you have left.

There is the warm and fruity 51, named after Roja Parfums flagship boutique at 51 Burlington Arcade and the sweet and sensual Danger which is a blend of grapefruit, jasmine and ylang-ylang nestling on a bed of sandalwood, tonka bean and musk.

Also part of this collection is Scandal, whose notes gives off a powerful scent that leaves you with nowhere to hide. But, if you want something a bit more subtle and mysterious, then Enigma, which I have nicknamed ‘the playful tease’, may be what you need.

“Reckless maybe, foolish never,” says Roja Dove of this spicy scent whose peppery quality will be the perfect accompaniment to the woman who is not afraid to take risks. Risqué is the drier, more masculine scent of this collection and would fit the woman who does not do labels, while Elixir, the flagship product of this collection released earlier, starts out sharp and then effortlessly eases into a sweet, soft and sensual scent that will create memories of pure pleasure in the minds of anyone who gets a whiff.

Experiencing the Roja Essence de Parfum collection at Montaigne Place

Montaigne Place is Nigeria’s foremost luxury fragrance, skincare, cosmetics & well-being company. Once the Essence de Parfum launched here in the country, we were invited to experience the scents of this collection.

Of all seven, 51 is my favourite. It was the first fragrance I tried, and it was the only one I wanted to immediately walk out with once its notes hit my nose. Featuring top notes of lemon and mandarin with bergamot, the accompanying heart notes of orange, rose, lily, ylang-ylang and raspberry bolstered by base notes of vanilla, cinnamon and sandalwood, create a strong and sensual scent with a hint of softness that, for Roja Dove, is the “epitome of elegance” and is for women who “love luxury, modernity and the unexpected.”

Elixir also caught my attention, as did Reckless. The latter’s peppery and spicy fragrance is sure to grab the attention of whoever it comes in contact with, with its prominent top note of orange that almost immediately gives way to the jasmine in its heart notes which is enhanced by the pink pepper and cinnamon that form a part of its base notes.

In all, the Roja Essence de Parfum collection offers some of the best choices of luxury fragrances for women. There is something for every woman, and you cannot go wrong with this set.

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Montaigne Place is offering the Roja Essence de Parfum collection for women in select outlets.  To shop, visit the closest store to you here.

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Looking to change your scent, or add to your collection of fragrances? These newest luxury perfumes should be exactly what you need to make a lasting impression:

Aventus 10th Anniversary by Creed

This limited-edition fragrance has at its base ambrox, cedar, leather, moss, musk, and patchouli that come together to bestow on its wearer the characteristics of someone warm and inviting. Its top notes of pineapple, bergamot, apple, black currant, green notes, orange and pink pepper further complement this feeling of a friendly man who can be easily approached.

If fruity, warm fragrances are your thing, then this is the perfume for you.

Danger Pour Homme – Roja Parfums

Danger is part of Roja’s latest collection for men. Its warm top notes of lemon, lavender, bergamot and tarragon are bound to draw people closer before they are slammed by the highly sensual base notes of rhubarb, clove, cumin, Patchouli, cedarwood, Vanilla, and musk amongst others.

Do you love adventures tinged with a bit of sensual delights? Danger Pour Homme by Roja Perfums should be at the top of your must-have list.

Layton Exclusif – Parfums de Marly

There are few things more attractive than a man of mystery, and when this quality expresses itself in a scent, it is even more alluring.

Consisting of top notes bergamot and grapefruit; heart notes geranium and cinnamon, and base notes cypriol and guaiac wood essence, Layton Exclusif is an intense scent that exudes impulsive strength shrouded in mystery.

Scandal Pour Homme – Roja Parfums

If you love attention, you are going to absolutely fall in love with Scandal Pour Homme from Roja Parfums.

This spicy scent induces excitement with top notes that include spearmint, basil, lavender and lemon and drives it further upwards with base notes of rhubarb, clove, casmir, tonka bean, moss notes and musk, amongst others. With Scandal, you are sure to never walk into a room unnoticed.

Godolphin – Parfums de Marley

Suitable for the refined gentleman, Godolphin by Parfums de Marley combines top notes thyme and saffron with heart notes roses, iris and jasmine and base notes amber and vanilla to cloak its wearer with a strong masculine scent that connotes sophistication and intelligence.

All perfumes are available at the Montaigne Place

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