What is vintage? These are the items whose "age" is over 25 years old. Vintage perfumes are some of the most interesting collectibles for women today. These bottles with exquisite aromas were on the shelves of perfumery stores decades ago, or were obtained from abroad in all possible and impossible ways! mystylex.techinfus.com/en/ decided to tell you about the best vintage perfumes that are not outdated to this day.

Shalimar by Guerlain - 1925

Remember the love story of Emperor Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal? Yes, this is the very woman for whom Shah Jahan later built the magnificent Taj Mahal. But not only. Even during the life of his beloved, the emperor gave her unusual gifts. For example ... a whole complex of gardens and fountains, terraces and ponds, pavilions and palace buildings called Shalimar. It was this love story that the legendary Jacques Guerlain was inspired by when he created his Shalimar fragrance.

Today perfume can be safely called the symbol of the Guerlain House. They were released back in 1925, and instantly gained popularity among women around the world. The secret is not only in the scent, but also in the design of the bottle. This is a real work of art, the silhouette in the form of a wide glass on a low leg is instantly recognizable.



The fragrance also leaves no one indifferent: its composition is rather complex and multifaceted, while rare perfumes could "boast" such an abundance of various notes. Vanilla is felt brightest in the smell - sweet and very tender. Its sweetness is complemented by citrus fruits: orange and lemon, bergamot and tangerine. Woody notes are cedar, vetiver and patchouli. A floral bouquet is also felt: rose, iris and jasmine, and all this is emphasized by spices and spices - incense, musk, sandalwood.

Opium by Yves Saint Laurent - 1977

Another oriental story, but now from the legendary Yves Saint Laurent. These perfumes are much younger than the previous ones - they were released in 1977. At the turn of the 70s and 80s, the whole world was gripped by the "oriental fever" in the design of interiors, clothes, jewelry and, of course, in the field of perfumery. Yves Saint Laurent was no exception - he was inspired by the exotic East to create Opium. The aroma is unambiguously evening, even winter. In summer, its smell can seem cloying.

The first audible notes will be spices and spices: myrrh and incense, cloves, cinnamon. Woody notes give the perfume some "earthiness": cedar, sandalwood and vetiver, and even an unusual amber resin. But not only the rich spices of the East are heard in Opium. The delicate white jasmine gives the scent airiness, and juicy tangerine and tart bergamot give freshness. All this creates the perfect composition for a passionate evening date.

"Anais Anais" by Cacharel - 1978

If modern perfumes are most often called by association with some character traits, emotions or actions, then earlier each perfume had its own story. The creation of the perfume was inspired by the legends of oriental love and even ancient mythology. Here's how, for example, with the scent Anais Anais from Cacharel. It is named after the Persian goddess of voluptuous love and fertility, Anaitis. It is quite understandable that for such a deity, the perfume composition should be special.

The perfume consists mainly of the scent of white lilies. Yes, not everyone likes them, because many say that Anais Anais's smell is too sweet and stuffy. But it is with sweetness that the goddess of love and voluptuousness should be associated. The lilies are complemented by the scents of lily of the valley and hyacinth, beautiful spring flowers. There are also notes of rose, jasmine and orange blossom. Sandalwood, cedar and incense provide the oriental scent.The perfume was released in 1978, but it can “compete” with the most modern compositions.

L'Air du Temps by Nina Ricci - 1948

mystylex.techinfus.com/en/ has already talked about "L'Air du Temps" by Nina Ricci - in an article about the world's most popular perfume... This is how they can be called without a shadow of a doubt. Created in 1948, they also have their own unique history. The director of the House of Nina Ricci, in fact, the son of Nina Ricci herself, Robert ordered a perfume from the perfumer Francis Fabron that would embody the spirit of that time. Do I need to remind you that the whole world was recovering after the war, and the aroma was to be associated with calmness and tranquility, the joy of peace and confidence in the future.

Well, Fabron was able to embody it brilliantly: "L'Air du Temps" is really considered the lightest and most positive scent. Delicate blooming jasmine, violet and rose, warm sandalwood and cedar create a unique composition of these perfumes, giving a feeling of confidence, harmony, peace and well-being. However, the exact formula of the fragrance is not known for certain; it has been kept secret by the creators for over 60 years. And what is only one bottle - this design is immediately recognizable! The beautiful bottle is crowned with a lid in the shape of a pair of pigeons - and, of course, this is the brightest symbol of peace.

Givenchy L'Interdit - 1954

Another creation of the legendary perfumer of the last century, Francis Fabron, but for the House of Givenchy. Hubert de Givenchy ordered this perfume from a perfumer to delight his muse, Audrey Hepburn. The perfume was released only for her and was not intended to be sold to the general public. However, in 1957 Givenchy decided to expand his business and produce perfumes. One of the first was L'Interdit, which did not have a name at that time. And it appeared as follows. When Hubert asked Audrey if her perfume could be released for sale, she replied “I forbid!” Which means “Interdit” in translation.

Of course, the Hepburn ban was joking, and the fragrance was released for sale. The scent embodied the essence of French chic, and therefore immediately became incredibly popular around the world. In particular, in the United States, the first batch of 4,000 bottles was swept off the shelves in a couple of days. The face of the perfume, of course, was the legendary Audrey herself - this also played a role, since she was the most recognizable movie star of that time. The composition consists of a flower bouquet: iris, rose, daffodil, violet. Floral notes are complemented by aldehydes and chypre, which add a special sophistication and sophistication.

Climat by Lancome - 1967

It's hard to believe that a perfume that is over 50 years old is still one of the best-selling perfume in the world! In general, all Lancome fragrances at that time were distinguished by their "maturity". These were not frivolous flower arrangements, but perfumes for women who were successful and who knew their worth. Lancome's Climat is, of course, no exception. Deep, rich, luxurious - this fragrance really demanded respect for itself. White flowers of rose, jasmine, daffodil, lily of the valley and violet are ideally complemented by sweet peach and fresh bergamot. The scent opens with a trail of rosemary, musk, sandalwood, amber and vetiver.

Perfume "Climat" has become a real symbol of the era of the 70s. In the USSR, every woman dreamed of them. And what is surprising - even in "The Irony of Fate" Hippolytus gives Nadya the very same "Climat"! True, the Soviet girls whispered among themselves that in France only ... ladies of easy virtue, courtesans, use the Climat perfume. But this made the forbidden fruit even sweeter! The modern version of the fragrance is a little less cloying and "heavyweight", but also very interesting and noteworthy.

"Krasnaya Moskva" from the factory "New Zarya" - 1925

Since we are talking about the era of the USSR, we cannot ignore the legendary perfume of the Novaya Zarya factory - Krasnaya Moskva. They are literally the symbol of Soviet perfumery. Frenchman Heinrich Brocard, having moved to Russia, became the owner of a whole chain of incense and soap products stores. It was he who presented the Empress Maria Feodorovna with the perfume "The Empress's Favorite Bouquet" for the 300th anniversary of the House of Romanov.

When Brocard's factory was nationalized after the revolution, it was renamed Novaya Zarya. And the perfume "The Empress's Favorite Bouquet" began to be produced under the name "Red Moscow". And all thanks to the cunning of the perfumer August Michel - the right hand of Heinrich Brocard, whom he brought with him from France.

The fragrance is very interesting, it consists of an abundance of flowers: rose, jasmine, iris, violet, lily of the valley, carnation, orange blossom. The floral bouquet is successfully complemented by a fresh hint of bergamot, as well as spices - sweet vanilla, coriander, ylang-ylang and tonka beans. Today the perfume "Krasnaya Moskva" is produced in almost the same design as in the distant beginning of its history.