Timothee Chalamet is the Face of Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif: A Fragrance from Chanel for the Boys to Men

Experience the intensity and elegance of Chanel’s latest aromatic release.

In the world of luxury fragrances, Chanel Number 5 is a behemoth beyond compare. With its storied heritage and unwavering commitment to excellence, the brand continues to redefine the boundaries of perfumery. The latest addition to its illustrious lineup is Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif, a fragrance that transcends mere scent to embody an ethos of audacity, sophistication, and innovation. This remarkable creation not only challenges conventional masculinity but also invites wearers to embrace their own limitless potential.

Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif emerges as a bold statement, a radical colour that evokes a sense of depth and intensity. It is described as a fragrance that knows no limits; a blend that encapsulates desires and visions, much like the horizon it seeks to engulf. The essence of this new blue is an invitation to explore the uncharted territories of one’s character, blending the impulse of daring acts with the triumph of achievement. Here, the fragrance becomes a companion on a journey of self-discovery, pushing wearers to look forward, focused and unwavering.

Crafted by Olivier Polge, Chanel’s Perfumer-Creator, Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif is a masterful concoction of notes that reveals its complexity with every application. The fragrance is anchored by a remarkably potent amber-woody trail, showcasing the richness and depth that Chanel is celebrated for. At its heart lies majestic sandalwood, a key ingredient sourced ethically from the island of Maré in New Caledonia. This sustainable sourcing reflects Chanel’s commitment to environmental responsibility and respect for local communities, ensuring that only the finest heartwood, laden with essential oils, is used.

The allure of Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif is not merely in its composition but also in the story it tells. It is a narrative steeped in mastery and tradition, where each bottle is a testament to the exceptional savoir-faire of the House. Every fragrance is born from a meticulous process — from the cultivation of perfume plants to the final refinement of the bottle. This dedication to craftsmanship ensures that each spritz is imbued with pure emotion, a sensory experience that resonates on a deeply personal level.

The bottle itself is an artwork of chiaroscuro, its design mirroring the elusive essence of the fragrance within. Its radical, taut lines and perfect square silhouette evoke an infinite variety of visions, encapsulating the complexity of the scent. The deep blue hue is a striking contrast, symbolising both the vibrant shades of the sky and the profound depths of the sea. This visual representation of intensity is not just a container but a statement piece that resonates with the values of the modern man.

What truly sets Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif apart is its ability to blur the lines of convention and audacity. The fragrance invites men to explore their own identities, to embrace a multifaceted existence where confidence and vulnerability coexist. It captures the essence of a man who is ever-moving, ever-seeking — a figure like Timothée Chalamet, whose very presence embodies the spirit of this fragrance. He is a man of infinite possibilities, charting a path toward new horizons, driven by an insatiable desire for intensity.

As wearers embark on their journey with Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif, they are enveloped in an intriguing warm embrace that reveals a new geography of audacity. It stirs anticipation, inviting them to connect with the richness of the moment, to be present without compromise. The fragrance serves as both a shield and a catalyst, encouraging exploration into the uncharted realms of personal expression.

In today’s fast-paced world, the act of wearing a fragrance transcends the superficial. It becomes a ritual, a moment of self-affirmation. Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif is not just about scent; it is about embodying a philosophy of life. It encourages men to step beyond the familiar, to embrace their instincts, and to revel in the unknown with unwavering fervour. It is a fragrance that demands to be experienced, a sensorial journey that captivates the senses and awakens the spirit.

Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif is more than a fragrance; it is a celebration of the audacious spirit inherent in every man. With its rich composition, ethical sourcing, and exquisite craftsmanship, it stands as a testament to Chanel’s legacy of excellence. For those in search of a scent that challenges the status quo and invites introspection, Bleu de Chanel L’Exclusif offers not just a fragrance, but a profound experience of elegance and intensity.

 

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Pañpuri Sensorial Boutique Opens in K11 Musea With Launch of Hong Kong-Exclusive Range

The famed Thai wellness brand unveils its new holistic destination complete with a bespoke scent station and elite products.

Pañpuri’s sensorial boutique is now open at K11 Musea, and for fans of divine aromas, it’s heaven-scent news. Within the Perfumist’s Chamber concept, a curated smorgasbord of aromatic vessels is in full view, with magical potions and elixirs studiously placed in jars and housed in spaces carved in the walls.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

This Box Set of Haute Perfumes by Henry Jacques Can Be Yours For HK$75,950

 

For a discerning nose, decanters of rosy elixirs are ripe for the picking.

In the esoteric world of refined haute parfumerie, Henry Jacques has a mantle all on its own. Last year, the brand teamed with Rafael Nadal to launch a limited-edition series, In All Intimacy, which sold for a whopping HK$328,100. Now, Henry Jacques’s scents have a distinctly rosy sensibility as the Collection de L’Atelier is in stores, featuring a trio of coveted crystal flacons featuring the Rose Trés Rose, Rose Soleil, and Rose Azur fragrances. As the names indicate, top notes of exquisite Damask roses envelope each bottle.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

3 Coolest Fragrances For the Summer

 

Call it “Scents and Sensibility”—the heat is on, but these spritzes will keep you cool.

Gifting colognes, perfumes, and fragrances is a tricky business. It can be taken in the spirit of generosity and a whiff of kindness… or it’s an unsubtle hint.

Like all matters of taste, the olfactory is peculiar to the individual. One man’s amber and woody musk is another’s gag reflex trigger, so tread lightly, we say. But there are some recent drops that have caught our eye—well, nose—and we at Robb Report Hong Kong are swooning on the heady colognes and concoctions of Tom Ford, Francis Kurkdjian, and Henry Jacques, whose options cover the top notes of the aroma profile, with designer packaging that seals the deal.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

On the Scent of Perfume

From ancient Greeks to A-list celebrities, P.Ramakrishnan looks at the role fragrances have played throughout history.


In 1953, Marilyn Monroe said the only thing she wore to bed was Chanel no:5, igniting sales public-relation machines can only dream of. Since then, perfume sales have taken many a welcome boost from well-paid celebrities – there’s nothing like a whiff of stardust to mingle with concoctions of essential oils and chemical compounds.

It wasn’t always this way. Reports are mixed on when and where perfumes – from the Latin per fumus, “through smoke” – originated but popular theories lead to findings made about 4000 years ago, when incense, made from resins and woods used in religious ceremonies are described by Mesopotamians (modern-day Iraq). Bodies were rubbed down with water and oil that were soaked in fragrant woods as they embalmed the dead with these perfumes.

Egyptian tombs holding embalmed bodies, clearly display hieroglyphics of incenses which were prolifically used from 3000 BC. Botanical gardens, herbs and incense trees were seen as valuable commodities then as incense and perfumed oils were used in rituals from birth till death – and in the after-life. The tombs of Egyptian pharaohs were enriched with gold artifacts and aromatics, through the scents had evaporated with time, the vessels that held them have been left behind as evidence to their significance.



It’s hard to strip away the myths that have built up around Egyptian ruler - Cleopatra courtesy of Elizabeth Taylor – whose own White Diamonds remains one of the most successful perfumes yet - and a multitude of books and films, legend has it that Cleopatra, well versed in the power of scent, was lavish in her use of perfume. When she greeted Mark Antony, she arrived on a ship with perfumed sails, the Roman politician fell under her spell before she even came into view.

David Pybus, a chemist who works with perfumers and specializes in recreating scents of ancient times, proposes that Cleopatra might have bathed in Nenufar, a blue lotus extract with hallucinogenic properties – which may explain her many conquests. By the first century AD, Rome was burning it’s way through 2,800 tonnes of frankincense and 550 tonnes of myrrh a year and Nero, the Roman emperor in 54 AD, is believed to have spent the equivalent of a modern-day US$100,000 to scent just one party.

In the eastern hemisphere the first Mughal ruler of India, Babur introduced Persian-style fragrant gardens to the region, as the variety of climates in India provided a wealth of aromatic plants for perfumery and pharmacy. From Brahmins, Buddhists to Jains that lived from north to Southern India, bathing and ritual washings all included scented oils, powders and pastes applied after cleansing. Hindu rites using sandalwood date as far back as records permit and rituals with jasmine and rose water have trickled down over centuries and are used even today.

Through various trade routes, the scented Indian and Arabian goods travelled by land and sea into China as well, which exported flowering trees; apricot, citrus, camphor, and peach. As delectable as the smells were, they originally played greater parts in medicine. China's contributions to the scented world included fine porcelain with non-porous, glass-like glazes that increased the lifespan of fast-evaporating perfumes. The distillation process, of cooling aromatic condensers with cold water inspired the perfection of the distillation process by Europeans during the Renaissance.

During the T'ang dynasties (618-907) the Chinese upper classes made lavish use of fragrance. Nothing was spared - from bodies and baths, to clothing, homes and temples. The mentions of perfumes can also be found in the Bible. In the New Testament, the three wise men carried gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the infant Jesus. It also depicts how God commanded Moses to take sweet spices and make it a perfume. Frankincense, an aromatic resin obtained from trees of the genus Boswellia, is used primarily in making incense and perfumes that are burnt even now in customs in Catholic and High Episcopal churches.

Albeit for less ethereal reasons, today Christmas is a "make or break" time for perfumiers as brands of all shapes and size pray for (no pun intended) record sales on and around the winter solstice.

Oddly enough, a great scent isn't enough to ensure sales. Ignited with the glamour quotient provided by actresses, singers, rap stars and sportsmen, women and men's perfume sales see an ebb and flow according to their spokesperson's popularity each year. In 2007, at the tail end of the success of Sex and the City, Sarah Jessica Parker's Lovely saw record sales (over US$25 million). Meanwhile, Jennifer Lopez is still raking it in courtesy of sales of Glow, and her famous ex, Sean Jean (aka Puff Daddy) holds the men's record as his cologne Unforgivable saw a sale of more than US$48 million.

But not every celeb-utante has translated their moment in the spotlight into six-figure sales. Paris Hilton's Can Can, Britney Spears' Curious and reality TV star Kim Kardashian's eponymous perfume saw middling results on the cash counter. Even the popular Jennifer Aniston's eponymous perfume broke a surprisingly unfriendly record; as the lowest seller. Which goes to show that it takes more than A-list status and a good-girl rep to summon the sweet scent of perfume sales.





Note: In Style magazine, published by South China Morning Post. Out yesterday! woop woop