MAISON CRIVELLI, Cuir InfraRouge
Nina Catt, Editor-in-Chief
Maison Crivelli, Cuir InfraRouge is a fragrance born from contrast, where the softness of suede meets the electric pulse of a raspberry cocktail under festival lights. Inspired by founder Thibaud Crivelli’s vivid memory of sipping a raspberry drink at an electronic music festival, this extrait de parfum captures the thrill of unexpected moments through scent, brought to life by perfumer Jordi Fernandez.
The journey begins with a luminous burst: a raspberry accord laced with zesty bergamot, mandarin and bitter orange. This vibrant opening fizzes like a neon-lit drink, spiked with a subtle spice that hints at what’s to come. As the brightness fades, a heart of supple suede leather emerges, rich and diffusive, wrapped in the powdery warmth of Moroccan orris and cinnamon oil. Two types of cedarwood – Virginia and Atlas – add a dry, woody elegance that grounds the composition.
At its base, Cuir InfraRouge reveals its most seductive secrets. A dark, addictive blend of oud accord, vanilla CO₂ from Madagascar, and Venezuelan tonka bean creates a warm, enveloping trail that lingers like the echo of bass in your chest.
Part of the Olfactory Shocks collection, Cuir InfraRouge is a study in sensory duality. It is radiant yet deep, playful yet refined. It’s a scent for those who crave the unexpected, where leather glows with a crimson pulse and every spritz is a flashback to a night you’ll never forget.
Maisoncrivelli.com
PHLUR, Cherry Stem
Nour Jabi, Editorial Assistant
Phlur’s Cherry Stem is no ordinary fruity floral – it’s a sultry, intoxicating twist on the classic cherry scent. Imagine a concoction of dark, glistening fruits, lacquered to perfection and laced with a mischievous edge. This is cherry, but not as you know it.
The fragrance opens with a bold splash of black cherry and a boozy swirl of orange brandy, immediately setting a mood that’s both playful and provocative. As it settles, a heart of sugared jasmine and red freesia blooms, softened by the velvety richness of plum nectar. It’s a heady, addictive blend that feels like velvet on skin – sweet, but never saccharine.
Then comes the slow burn. A base of ebony woods and warm caramel wraps around a whisper of soft leather, grounding the fragrance in a smoky, sensual warmth. It’s this unexpected depth that transforms Cherry Stem from flirtatious to unforgettable.
Designed for those moments when you want to leave a lasting impression, Cherry Stem is a scent that lingers like a secret. It’s the olfactory equivalent of a stolen glance, a midnight rendezvous, a kiss that tastes like cherries and danger.
Phlur.com
LES EAUX PRIMORDIALES, Vanille Supermassive
Grace Parker, Contributing Writer
Drawing inspiration from the vastness of space and the enigmatic depths of the ocean, Les Eaux Primordiales’ Supermassive collection explores the invisible forces that pull us in – just like scent on skin. This latest perfume extract is a hypnotic plunge into the unknown, where celestial wonder meets aquatic mystery. Meet Vanille Supermassive.
From the first spritz, bright bergamot and resinous elemi spark a luminous opening, like stars igniting in a distant galaxy. As the fragrance deepens, a magnetic heart of cinnamon, fir balsam, and labdanum emerges – warm, resinous and richly spiced, evoking the swirling energy of a cosmic storm.
But it’s in the base where Vanille Supermassive truly lives up to its name. A gravitational pull of earthy patchouli and creamy white musks anchors the scent, while golden caramel and ambroxan add a sensual, skin-like warmth. At its core, a solar flare of incandescent vanilla radiates with majestic intensity, leaving a trail that’s both mysterious and addictive.
Crafted exclusively with perfume extracts, this is a scent designed to linger, evolve and captivate. It is an olfactory journey that transcends time and space. Vanille Supermassive isn’t just a fragrance; it’s a force field of allure.
Leseauxprimordiales.com
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