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Bergamot
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Damask rose
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Why try and make (again) what's already perfect?
This question has been asked of Teone Reinthal time and again.
She clearly says "No! Never!" to the suggestion that she wanted to create a new "Shalimar" from natural ingredients.
If you read a bit about her life, you will be amazed at the extraordinary paths that imagination and creativity can take.
So, "Shakti," her deep, primal fragrance creation, actually only came about after she finally received a sample of the long-desired Chanel scent "Coromandel" and was so disappointed upon closer acquaintance.
During her "thinking phase" about this, she discovered the fascinating world of patchouli; for me, it is also one of the "primordial scents" of the universe.
This joy of discovery led her, among other things, to the life of the great fragrance artist Jacques Guerlain; particularly the time when he created his classic "Shalimar" captivated her so much that she found herself in it at times:
She reports of "dream sequences" that play out like an inner film.
So it is no surprise that she named her fragrance creation from natural ingredients "Jacques," thus also paying homage to the beloved "Shalimar."
But fear not: "Jacques" is neither a copy nor a "Shalimar" knockoff!
A certain similarity is, of course, present: that is how it should be.
But due to the company philosophy of "Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume," one or two well-known fragrance elements that characterize this great classic are missing.
In the top and heart notes, we find components of the expected "Guerlinade," but in a slightly altered composition.
We could now say: the blend of bergamot, rose, jasmine, iris, and vanilla results in Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume just as it does in Jacques Guerlain.
But we all know that this is just a sleight of hand.
A drop more of this, a drop less of that, a different alcohol concentration, a hint of Guerlain secret, perhaps shaken instead of stirred: everything changes!
Moreover, "Jacques" should not become a twin of "Shalimar," but rather a tribute to this great perfumer and his golden classic fragrance beauty.
Artistic freedom and feminine intuition give her blend of the well-known fragrance notes a unique personality that closely aligns with Monsieur Jacques Guerlain and his composition.
A few spritzes of lemon, a hint of cypriol, an interesting dose of the spicy cistus resin labdanum skillfully mix with the familiar and customary "Guerlinade" components.
For example, here a bit of the powderiness of the iris roots is spared, which I find quite pleasant.
Styrax's smoky warmth creates a fine erotic finish; a warm and sensual embrace.
"Jacques" is a charming companion for all those for whom "Shalimar" is too opulent or perhaps simply too old-fashioned.
For this composition is definitely more modern and lively.
Here, the classic robe is exchanged for a more practical, yet no less tasteful business look.
It's a pity that Jacques Guerlain could not get to know Teone Reinthal's "Jacques."
I would have been interested in his reaction.
She clearly says "No! Never!" to the suggestion that she wanted to create a new "Shalimar" from natural ingredients.
If you read a bit about her life, you will be amazed at the extraordinary paths that imagination and creativity can take.
So, "Shakti," her deep, primal fragrance creation, actually only came about after she finally received a sample of the long-desired Chanel scent "Coromandel" and was so disappointed upon closer acquaintance.
During her "thinking phase" about this, she discovered the fascinating world of patchouli; for me, it is also one of the "primordial scents" of the universe.
This joy of discovery led her, among other things, to the life of the great fragrance artist Jacques Guerlain; particularly the time when he created his classic "Shalimar" captivated her so much that she found herself in it at times:
She reports of "dream sequences" that play out like an inner film.
So it is no surprise that she named her fragrance creation from natural ingredients "Jacques," thus also paying homage to the beloved "Shalimar."
But fear not: "Jacques" is neither a copy nor a "Shalimar" knockoff!
A certain similarity is, of course, present: that is how it should be.
But due to the company philosophy of "Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume," one or two well-known fragrance elements that characterize this great classic are missing.
In the top and heart notes, we find components of the expected "Guerlinade," but in a slightly altered composition.
We could now say: the blend of bergamot, rose, jasmine, iris, and vanilla results in Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume just as it does in Jacques Guerlain.
But we all know that this is just a sleight of hand.
A drop more of this, a drop less of that, a different alcohol concentration, a hint of Guerlain secret, perhaps shaken instead of stirred: everything changes!
Moreover, "Jacques" should not become a twin of "Shalimar," but rather a tribute to this great perfumer and his golden classic fragrance beauty.
Artistic freedom and feminine intuition give her blend of the well-known fragrance notes a unique personality that closely aligns with Monsieur Jacques Guerlain and his composition.
A few spritzes of lemon, a hint of cypriol, an interesting dose of the spicy cistus resin labdanum skillfully mix with the familiar and customary "Guerlinade" components.
For example, here a bit of the powderiness of the iris roots is spared, which I find quite pleasant.
Styrax's smoky warmth creates a fine erotic finish; a warm and sensual embrace.
"Jacques" is a charming companion for all those for whom "Shalimar" is too opulent or perhaps simply too old-fashioned.
For this composition is definitely more modern and lively.
Here, the classic robe is exchanged for a more practical, yet no less tasteful business look.
It's a pity that Jacques Guerlain could not get to know Teone Reinthal's "Jacques."
I would have been interested in his reaction.
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