From time to time, each of us mentally returns to the past, remembering the old days. For many, this happens on New Year's Eve. But today we will not indulge in nostalgia, philosophize, sadness and longing. Today let us indulge in the most pleasant memories, which will cause the warmest feelings for most of us.

We will remember what perfume our mothers and grandmothers used. What perfume did women love in the USSR? Readers of mystylex.techinfus.com/en/, who are 30+, remember the scents that were on the dressing table of their mothers or grandmothers.

Basically, many women of the 60s and 70s still had aromas of our domestic manufacturers on their dressing tables. Such perfumes as "Krasnaya Moskva", "White Lilac", "Lily of the Valley Silver". Gradually, they became a legend in Soviet perfumery, and were popular with women for a long time. And once their appearance became a whole event in Soviet life.




Perfume "Red Moscow" were appreciated in Europe in 1958, 33 years after their release on the market. Then they received the Grand Prix in Brussels. "Krasnaya Moskva" is a visiting card of Soviet perfumery, real chic, and a scent with history.

Perfume "White lilac" appeared in 1947. Even in the memory of everyone there were the tragic events of the past war. And suddenly - this smell, as if the smell of spring, freshness soared over the devastated country, like the triumph of victory. But the perfume "White Lilac" remained unknown in Europe.



Perfume "Silver Lily of the Valley" They also became classics of Soviet perfumery, and one of the most sought-after fragrances of that era. In the 50s, to some extent, thanks to Dior, femininity became the ideal, and "Silver Lily of the Valley" personified this style. These perfumes have become the hallmark of the Leningrad perfumery factory "Northern Lights".

The smell of lilies of the valley breathed with a difference of one and a half years - first in the USSR, and then in France. The scent of humble forest flowers is a combination of many fragrant substances. "Silver lily of the valley" appeared in the USSR in 1954, and in 1956 the smell of lilies of the valley was heard in France from Dior. It was Diorissimo. Josef Stefan Jellinek wrote about them: "This is how lilies of the valley smell only in paradise." "Diorissimo" appeared in the USSR only in the 70s.

For Soviet women, imported perfumes were the subject of dreams. For the most part, these were spirits from "fraternal" socialist countries. But there were very few of these fragrances, most often they were perfumes from Poland and Bulgaria. And it was happiness to buy them. Because our perfumes "White Lilac", "Lily of the Valley Silver" and many others, which appeared in the best quality, were gradually simplified due to changes in compositions. And this was done to increase production (the five-year plan had to be fulfilled, and better ahead of schedule).



The most popular in the 70s were the Polish perfumes "Pani Walewska" and "Perhaps".

Perfume "Pani Valevska" were released in the 70s in Krakow. Maria Walewska is the Polish beloved of the Emperor of France Napoleon Bonaparte. Maria's appearance is described by her contemporaries as follows: “Charming, she was a type of beauty from the paintings of Greuze. She had wonderful eyes, mouth, teeth. Her smile was so fresh, her eyes so soft ... "

Perfume "Pani Walevska" became incredibly popular in the 70s - 80s. Therefore, for many women of that time, they remained a memory of youth and luxury. The composition of the fragrance contained jasmine, lilies of the valley and rose, surrounded by a rich trail. Today the perfume "Pani Walevska" can be purchased, they are still produced, moreover, in three versions. One of them is called Pani Walewska Classic.



Perfume "Maybe". Eddie Rosner was considered the best jazz trumpeter in Europe.During the Second World War, a Polish Jew ended up in Belarus, where, having gathered refugee musicians, he organized Bialystok jazz, which later became the State Jazz of the BSSR. The first concerts - and immediately success.

When jazz appeared in Moscow, there was a stir near the ticket offices. The comedy "Carnival Night" was dubbed by the musicians of the Rosner Orchestra. The Soviet Pop Orchestra conducted by Eddie Rosner performed in Krakow in 1955. Its soloist was an aspiring singer K. Lazarenko, she sang a song entitled "Maybe", which Rosner wrote for her.



The Poles liked the song so much that after a while they released a perfume with the same name. And the perfume, in turn, has become a favorite Polish fragrance in Russia. The composition is floral-chypre. Today these perfumes are produced by the Miraculum perfume factory, but the fragrance is still different from its predecessor.

"Signature" Bulgaria

"Signature" - produced by the Bulgarian factory "Alen Mak" (Scarlet Poppy). These perfumes have won the hearts of perfume lovers just like Polish fragrances. The smell reflected the era, elegance and sophistication were in fashion now. The composition contains a Bulgarian rose, accompanied by aromas of tulip and tangerine, with a luxurious trail of iris.

Climat lancome

In addition to the Diorissimo scent, Soviet women could smell another French masterpiece - Climat by Lancome. These perfumes were released in 1967, and in the USSR they could be purchased only in the late 70s, and even then not for everyone. At that time they were worth serious money, and, moreover, they were in short supply. And still, there were quite a few women who bought the amazing fragrance.

The deep and delicate scent of the perfume, the composition of which included violet, peach, lily of the valley, jasmine, aldehydes, rosemary, sandalwood, tonka beans, seemed worthy of this value and was purchased whenever possible. Climat was a luxury scent. Today it can be purchased in a vintage version, and its price is still high. As you can see, you have to pay for memories.



Undoubtedly, the spirits of production of the USSR enjoyed success.

Perfume "Elena"

The perfume "Elena" from the "Novaya Zarya" factory was very popular among Soviet women in the 80s. The mysterious composition was released in 1978. The perfume belongs to the fruity-floral group. Lightness and freshness, romance and mystery are felt in them. The woman of this fragrance should have originality, elegance and perfection. And she should also be sweet, gentle and sensitive person.

These perfumes are suitable for women of any age - both mature and serious ladies and young, gentle creatures. The sophisticated composition enchants everyone. It contains black currant leaves and berries, lily of the valley, rose and jasmine, Virginia cedar, musk, tobacco leaf, sandalwood and amber. Today you can buy vintage perfume "Elena" from the factory "New Dawn».

Perfume "Tete-a-tete"

This perfume was released in 1978 by the “New Zarya” perfume factory together with French perfumers. They were especially favored by Soviet women. Perfumes are more suitable for a fantasy oriental group of fragrances.

The initial release of "Tête-à-tête" can be described as gentle, soft, and dreamy. They intertwine with fresh notes of greenery and tangerine with a rich aroma of ylang-ylang and jasmine. Rose shades add tenderness and charm. The trail of the scent is vetiver, patchouli, musk, amber, moss and sweet vanilla. Vintage perfume "Tête-à-tête" - for dreamy and sensual women.

We cannot forget the aromas loved by Soviet women from the Latvian perfume factory Dzintars. For example, "The Secret of a Riga Woman", "Compliment", "Caprice", "Coquette" and many others. These perfumes aroused in women almost the same awe as French perfumes. And, as they said then, it was easier to get (not to buy, namely to get) them than French perfumes, and their cost was lower, although not small.

Aroma "Mystery of Riga"

The main ingredients are a rose with a violet against a background of lily of the valley, jasmine, iris, magnolia flowers with a rich trail of musk and sandalwood. The perfume was launched in 1987 and continues to be produced today.It used to be considered a classic in the 90s. While still at the final stage of development, the Rizhanka Mystery perfume was evaluated at an international competition in Paris. It was a passionate, exhilarating fragrance with a mysterious note of bitterness.

What do those who remember them in the 90s say about them? Most women believe that the modern fragrance is different from the one they encountered in their youth. They say that he is not so warm and sensual. Note, however, that we, too, have changed since the 90s. One thing is clear - some people like it, others don't. But the perfume is elegant and feminine.



Currently, we have a huge selection of perfumes and, in general, those things that make us unique and original. You can choose an expensive and exclusive perfume, touch the magic. Enchanting fragrances have always been in vogue. And today they are available to many of us.

It is not difficult for modern women to be attractive. But it was much more difficult for our mothers and grandmothers. They had to "get" high-quality and fashionable things, including perfume.

Nowadays, some of the fragrances from the 50s and 90s continue their life. Maybe they exist for those who remember them and try to preserve their lost youth by touching these fragrances ...