From many commendable - and worthwhile attitudes that my parents exemplified for me, the love for scents clearly belongs to that list.
They were/are both hopeless parfumistas and opened up the realm of aromas to me. Leaving the house unscented was unthinkable for them.
It was less about the image and much more about the feeling of life.
And both introduced me to fragrances that I would not have tried on my own. Thus, my mom also presented me with Ferre by Ferre.
The "bombastic" bottle would not have attracted me willingly, and I tried it very hesitantly. But what unfolded upon spraying was indeed a fragrance bomb that initially puzzled me.
Full and aldehydic, it poured down on me, leaving me in awe. But my mom urged me to be patient - with the motto "calmness brings strength".
And my nose truly felt incredibly comfortable in this noble scent bath. Mild green notes rise from the aldehydic foam, neroli cools, and orange and bergamot provide bright accents. A sea of flowers follows, consisting of jasmine, clove, rose, and lily of the valley, which gains depth from the oakmoss. The ocean waves calm down. Piquant spices, exotic tonka bean, and soft sandalwood evoke thoughts of the Indian Ocean.
I am completely captivated by the vastness, the dimension of this fragrance. My gaze extends to the horizon that both Ferre and my mom have broadened for me.
I dreamily turn the golden ball in my hands, like the princess in the Frog Prince once did, and think - cherchez la maman.
Veronique 12 years ago