Many people love and use cosmetics and perfumes in their lives. Some people just buy perfume or eau de toilette with the smell they like, others are true connoisseurs of expensive fragrances. But rarely does anyone think about what made the creators come up with this or that composition, what was its history. In this article we will talk about the French perfume house Diptyque ("Diptik") and the fragrance Diptyque Philosykos created here.
Historical facts
Diptyque founders Christine Gatro and Knox-Lee had a deep and inexplicable love for Greece. Therefore, traveling along it, Desmond collected historical gizmos that he found in this country: fragments of marble from the Acropolis, small stones from Cape Sounion. The wild garden, through which the road to the sea ran, was also not ignored - the leaves of the Fig tree, subsequently dried, came into the collection from it. All finds were carefully stored in a box.
After many years, the box was opened by the third partner, Yves Couslan. He was startled by the scent that escaped fromher-it was the distant smell of Greece. This event inspired the authors to create a new unique perfume - Diptyque Philosykos. Its creation immortalized the memory of the place where Desmond and Yves lived in Thessaly - a manor on the slopes of Mount Pelion, where the fragrance was invented.
Where did the name come from?
The word "Philosykos", pronounced "Philosikos", means "fig lover" in Greek. It is believed that this fragrance is a worship of the fig tree and Greece. Many lovers note that, smelling this perfume, they imagine a piece of this southern world.
Diptyque Philosykos is a versatile scent for women and men, which belongs to the group of woody fougere fragrances. It was introduced to the world community in 1996 by perfumer Olivia Giacobetti.
The base notes of the fragrance are figs, white Calabrian cedar and woody. There are green notes and coconut in the middle part, and a fig and a fig leaf at the top.
Customer Reviews
Most of those who love this fragrance note that after using it, there is a feeling of instant immersion in a surreal world: a country road covered with thick dust, along which a shady grove of fig trees stretched. None of the travelers will pass by, but wander into the shade of the crown to taste the sweet fruits of ripe figs and take cool air into their chests. Opening the bottle, the consumer hears a well-perceived smell of poundedfig tree leaves, fig tree bark and dust surrounding the grove, which only enhances the woody aroma.
Diptyque Philosykos perfume house
For connoisseurs, this perfume company is associated with a legend - the period of its existence is more than forty years. This is comparable to the French cult. Three enthusiastic friends decided to go into business. To this end, a Diptyque boutique was opened on Boulevard Saint-Germain. He received his name from the name of the entrance double-sided window arch, which preceded the entrance to the building. At first, they sold curiosities brought from travels and unusual, painted overseas fabrics.
The store, located in the area where the bohemia lived, began to slowly gain popularity. He gained worldwide fame after the launch of the production of scented candles. In their manufacture, rare and unusual natural ingredients were used, which gave the burning candles a unique smell. Candles became so popular that they were successfully used not only in everyday life, but also in frames on the set of movies. Later, the company launched the production of household fragrances.
Expansion activities
In 1968, the company launches the first toilet water - Diptyque Philosykos Eau de Toilette L'EAU. Its aroma is collected from recipes for fragrant mixtures used in the sixteenth century. This recipe was found by the authors in an old historical document. The chance to use an old recipe was not missed and an exclusive flavor was developed. Name of thisproduct is simple and unpretentious. Translated from French, it means "water", but the composition of rose, cinnamon, sandalwood, cloves and geranium makes its fragrance full of mysterious legends and stories. From that moment, the company's perfumers began creating their world-famous products.
What is Diptyque Philosykos perfumery – reviews
The perfumes of this French brand are recognized by consumers as unique and inimitable. According to customer reviews, it is impossible to predict all the subtleties of the fragrances created by the company and what impressions and feelings they will awaken in a person. Perfumes of this manufacturer absolutely do not resemble classic modern perfumes. Diptyque fascinates, magically envelops and attracts, making you enjoy freedom and pleasure.
With such provocative and daring and eccentric notes, it is easy not to get lost in the crowd, show your individuality and stand out from the crowd, demonstrating your originality and sophistication to others.
Diptyque's Philosykos perfume is designed to enable people to enjoy life every second, indulging in exciting and unusual feelings and emotions. The versatility of fragrances opens the door to a world of wonderful scents called "High Perfumery".
Variety of women's fragrances
It's time to give the reader an idea of the diversity of the French brand's women's perfumes:
- Fragrance and audacity of notes that give blackcurrant leaves, interspersed with the tenderness and lightness of the Bulgarian rose, queenof all colors is L'Ombre dans l'Eau. Additives of mandarin and bergamot add a touch of exoticism to romance and peace.
- The contrast of Do Son eau de toilette is created by the intoxicating sweetness of tuberose, the favorite flower of the mother of one of the founders of the perfume company. The fragrance has a summer scent with a hint of tenderness and sophistication, which bring orange and iris. The feeling of spring, love and seduction is evoked by the light presence of musk.
- For the fearless and sophisticated representatives of the fairer sex, Eau Duelle is created - a two-sided composition of two contrasting vanilla scents, like a confrontation. One is a triumphant light side with sweetness and lightness, the other with a rebellious strong character, audacity and sugary sweetness.
Unisex &men's fragrances
Fragrances for men and both sexes are simultaneously represented by the following brands:
- Truly masculine Jardin Clos is an extraordinary blend of ingredients inspired by the fragrance of Devonshire gardens. Combines the freshness of watermelon, notes of forest moss, lily and tea. Hyacinth and magic tolu balm are masterfully added to this cocktail.
- L'Autre composition, which includes nutmeg, coriander, cloves, cumin and green cardamom, will suit lovers of the oriental refined world. The combination will appeal to both sexes. This composition was created in 1973 by perfumer Serge Kalouguine, but is still at the peak of popularity.
- The world-famous poem in honor of the fig tree - Philosykos Diptyque eau de toilette and dry perfume - is amazingfresh notes of leaves, bark and juicy pulp of figs. Piquancy is given by white cedar additives. The composition belongs to the unisex category, perfect for sophisticated ladies and brutal men.
- The manufacturer has also created another interpretation of the previous fragrance - Philosykos Diptyque eau de parfum "Ile de Beaute". Its scent carries less fruit and more scent of fragrant leaves, which creates a feeling of more softness than eau de toilette. The perfumed version is bolder and more personal, with more staying power and intensity.
- L'Eau Du 34 is a fantasy reincarnation of the 34 Boulevard Saint-Germain fragrance created for the company's fiftieth anniversary. This is a traditional combination of notes of flowers, wood and fruits, combined in an unusual opaque bottle with a strict black cap. In addition, the creators of these perfumes Roman Kaiser, Olivier Pescheux and Myriam Badault produced soap, shower gel and candles with the same smell.
New items
Recently, the French perfume house Diptyque created the Florabellio fragrance. The idea was inspired by the smell of fresh spring flowers and the spirit of freedom of the coast by the sea. The composition is a symbiosis of fragrant apricot and sea s alt with apple leaves. The tandem is completed with sesame and coffee beans.
Another recent novelty from the company is the original Vinaigre de Toilette toilet vinegar, the recipe of which has come down to us from the nineteenth century. Productquickly became popular among consumers due to its composition - extracts of several plants, tree bark and spices. The company is constantly developing new fragrances that are designed to delight and surprise people.
All products are divided into three lines - for men, women and unisex. Therefore, there is no person who would not find a suitable smell for himself among all the products of this manufacturer - classic and sophisticated cocktails that contain the soul of the creator.
Today
In today's realities, Diptyque is one of the most famous and successful brands. She produces selective cosmetics and her prima fragrance Diptyque Philosykos Eau de Parfum.
Half a century has passed since the creation of this French perfume house. Its products are known all over the world. Its consumers are not only politicians, bohemians, famous people and socialites, but also ordinary people who liked the company's fragrances.
And this is quite justified, since any product of the company - from candles and fragrances to expensive perfumes, carries refinement, elegance and aristocracy. The company has its own Internet portal, as well as many offline representative offices, where a sales assistant will offer the buyer a sniff of Philosykos Diptyque. A huge advantage and difference from other brands is the composition of the product - it is made only using natural ingredients, and this is worth a lot.
The design of the bottle in which the company offerstheir products, simple and concise. It is sophisticated and sophisticated at the same time. There is nothing superfluous in it. This is a transparent rectangular bottle with a figured sign and an old label.
