LAnd fragrances can be incubators of dreams: they are often spoken of in terms of “olfactory jewels” able to dress the wearer with preciousness that can be perceived by smell, but which also inebriate the mind. The essences with which some of the most valuable are made blends olfactory in trade they are comparable to treasures. And the signatures that compose them, masters of smell. Here are the whys behind the perfumes more expensive in the world, objects of desire: magnificent, for a few.
The most expensive perfumes on the market, thanks to the raw materials
The characteristic that distinguishes these sought after fragrances from the soul couture it’s raw material expensive that are used to create ensembles truly unique sensory.
Among ingredients most expensive, among all, stands out theoud. Known by most as “king of incense”this sophisticated scented resin is extracted in southeast Asia from the tree of Aquilaria when the latter comes into contact with a particular type of mould. It is a strongly olfactory note evocative, sensual and preciouswhich recalls theOrient magical and infinite where it was used in the form of incense during important religious rituals.
The cost per kg of this luxury resin varies from 30 to 40 thousand euros, mind-boggling figures that give it the nickname of “black gold”.
Tom Ford, Christian Dior, Xerjoff, Clive Christian are some of the perfume houses who have the privilege of using this ingredient for your own creations from a thousand and one nights.
Expensive ingredients: from saffron to Italian iris
A sensory journey that from loin Orient continues to Italy. Another valuable ingredient that denotes i perfumes more expensive commercially it is saffron. Widely used in the preparation of culinary delicacies and luxurious perfumes, this autumn spice is grown in very few geographical areas in the world (including Italy).
The manufacturing process requires patience and meticulous craftsmanship: two qualities that translate into prestige and refinement in the production of exclusive fragrances. A dual essence, sweet, warm and with a sparkling citrus touch capable of stimulating the imagination right from the first use. It is a highly appreciated ingredient by Maison Francis Kurkdjianillustrious Parisian home of haute parfumerie who chooses to mix it with the notes of jasmine in the famous and unmistakable Baccarat Rouge.
Last, but not least, is the flower of theItalian iris. Beloved by Catherine DeMedici in his “Queen’s Water”, the perfume coming from rhizome of this plant is able to conjure sweets memoires in the mind of the wearer, thanks to the olfactory notes cypriates and with a romantic soul. As with saffron, the flower is harvested by hand by farmers in the Chianti countryside from the month of July. This is followed by a painstaking process of extraction of the ironic and a later one drying which can last two to the three years. A flower synonymous with “nostalgic sophistication”, which finds its maximum expression in artistic fragrances Of house Florentine and beyond.
Precious bottles for jeweled perfumes
The charm magnetic And seductive of the bottles also plays a fundamental role in giving value to a certain product perfume creation. And if we talk about expensive perfumes, also bottles that contain them become an unequivocal synonym of luxury. Here, art And know-how handcrafted they come together to delight view and smell in the discovery of new ones essences from the design wanted.
An example of this is the prestigious jewel bottle home annual Guerlain, Muguet. Every year the iconic Api bottle of the Muguet fragrance, fresh and spring-like, flourishes again thanks to innovative artistic collaborations. This year, which coincides with the 170th anniversary, the precious Millésime 2023 is more luxurious than ever in a limited and numbered special edition, played by Karen Swami, ceramist of the sublime, and Ateliers Vermont, Haute Couture embroidery maison. In only 5000 pieces – collector’s items – in the world. (700 euros).
And in the wake of perfumes come on pack very expensive, even designer fragrances Louis Vuitton they dress in precious craftsmanship in the collection Les Extraits Murano Art Edition. Here too, the cap of the bottle is revisited in an artistic key by the expert hands of the Venetian glass master Simone Cenedese, using the centuries-old technique of glass processing that has always identified the city of Murano. 40 pieces limited sold at the price of 5,000 euros For this’artwork unique.
It is no less the precious packaging handmade by Sycamorethe intoxicant eau de parfum of house Chanel. Crafted from the finest crystal Baccaratthe fragrance bottle is kept in one jewel casket made to suffer from sycamore maple wood and embellished with details in trimmings And bicone pearls in amethyst. An enchanted forest in which the art of perfumery and craftsmanship become the protagonists of a sensorial undergrowth bordering on the fairytale. The perfume is available for purchase in a format of 50ml at the price of 10,000 euros.
The most expensive perfumes in history
Finally, the memories: they exist perfumes which they are historically designated as expensive and inaccessible. Some have become cult timeless for entire generations, like the exclusive Faubourg Of Hermes (1500€ For 100ml), or the floral Joy created by Jean Patou (850 euros) or the famous (and precious) olfactory jubilee Imperial Jubilee Of Clive Christian (12,000 euros For 28ml).
Others, on the other hand, embody the quintessence of a glitz that goes almost viral. This is the case with the majestic Shumukh, The arabic perfume dizzying which holds a real world record in fact of price: 1.5 million euros is the exorbitant amount to pay for this impressive and luxurious masterpiece by haute parfumerie.
A world, that of expensive perfumeswhich shows itself in all its uniqueness And magnificence. High is the price to pay if you want to own real ones masterpieces Of high perfumery that manage to fascinate and seduce the soul of the wearer (or of the observer).
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