In collaboration with Quintessence Paris, American Vintage unveils a singular sensorial signature that echoes the universe of the brand. Presenting Bergamote Poivre Sichuan.
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Bergamote Poivre Sichuan: profile
Top notes
Fresh and volatile, these notes make the first impression. Here, we find Calabrian bergamot and petitgrain.
Heart notes
Floral or spicy, these notes unfurl for several hours. Here, Sichuan pepper was extracted with CO2, an innovative process that best preserves all the qualities of the raw material.
Base notes
Woody or ambery, these notes last the longest on the skin. Here, ambery wood flirts with white musks.
3 questions for Hortense Calot
Hortense Calot, a graduate of the Institut Supérieur International du Parfum, de la Cosmétique et de l’Aromatique, collaborated on the creation of the signature American Vintage fragrance.
Why should a brand create an olfactory signature?
Because scents leave a lasting impression. In reality, smell is the strongest of the senses; it is the sense that creates extremely emotional connections with our brain. Smelling a scent several times further anchors it in our memory.
What is the difference between a fragrance and a room spray?
A fragrance is intended to be applied directly to the skin. In fact, it interacts with it: the skin’s heat and chemistry change throughout the day. A room spray, on the other hand, is simply designed to be sprayed in the air.
How do the fragrance notes play off each other?
The freshness of Calabrian bergamot intertwines with the crispness of petitgrain. Sichuan pepper brings a subtle tension, while white musks soften the trail.
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