Narciso Rodriguez Men's Fragrance
By J. Ecochard
Master of minimalist seamed fashion Narciso Rodriguez- is gearing up for a (no doubt) fly off the shelves launch of his complex, heady men’s fragrance line, aptly titled for him. Though the official debut at Saks Fifth Avenue is not until October...the overall two-year development process is understandable, given the depth and originality of la odeur-a swoon inducing mix of exotic Egyptian musk oil and patchouli, aromatic violet and lavender, sensual amber and spicy pink peppercorn (by celebrated perfumer Francis Kurkdjian). This is a unique, virile aroma made for grown-ups (think Clive Owen in Croupier … though he's already 'taken' by another brand).
Plus for for him is not a light-hearted masculine version of Narciso's luscious ladies’ scent, for her. Accordingly, the packaging is striking... cleverly made from clear and smoky gray glass that is tinted from the inside (inspired by Chinese snuff bottles). Thus, modernist lovers will be happy with the way the oil parfum, eau de toilette and other ancillary products, effortlessly blend with their uncluttered shelves.
But even pack-rats of both sexes, will find a spot on their boudoirs for him...it's that tempting an intoxication!
(photo courtesy of Narciso Rodriguez)