Everyone has a scent that takes them back to a certain period or event in their life; a fragrance that reminds them of their loved one or that they associate with a special time.
I can remember the very first time I read about my 'forever fragrance', poring over an interview with Australian actress Melissa George as she spoke of an amazing chocolate based perfume that was so exclusive she found it hard to find anywhere but at Duty Free. George looked chic in boho fringed clothing - hippy, happy and young girl gorgeous. I wanted her long blonde hair, I wanted her Ozzie glow, and I wanted this exclusive chocolate perfume.
It was the first perfume I ever bought for myself and I can recall visiting House of Fraser in Glasgow to find the new Angel counter - all shiny crystal blue glass and star cut silver.
The original Thierry Mugler Angel
The perfume itself was one of the first gourmand fragrances (based on edible notes) and was heavy and delicious. I wore it and immediately felt like I had been wrapped up in a luxury chocolate wrapper and left to snooze all cosy and content.
I wore Angel for years and then, seduced by various celebrity campaigns, I moved on - trying to find a new signature scent. But in a brief romance a few years ago I started seeing someone who wore Amen (the men's variant) and immediately I was transported back - like an old friend it made me feel good all over again (and no, I'm not just talking about this particular fella!)
The new Angel EDT in its beautiful comet shaped bottle
So, when I noticed that Mugler had released a new Angel EDT with the promises of the same delicious base notes but softer, smoother and more subtle, I couldn't resist falling for its charms all over again.
The new Angel EDT** is structured in three waves, all with the celestial charms you would expect from the fragrance; Heavenly (bergamont and pink peppercorn), Delicious (chocolate, praline and pink fruits) and Voluptuous (soft cedar and white musk). Perfect for autumn, Angel EDT is warm and welcoming with the familiar sweet tones of the original fragrance.
The campaign is fronted (and voiced, who knew she sang?) by Hollywood sweetheart Eva Mendes with the line "My mother told me to only ever wear one fragrance so that it becomes yours: mines is Thierry Mugler's Angel Eau de Toilette". Well, dear Eva, who knew that you and I would ever share the same love affair.
Angel Eau de Toilette 40ml RRPs at £46, 80ml at £65.
Vivienne Westwood's Boudoir is my 'forever fragrance'. Same story - first perfume I ever bought myself (at about age 19 - I was a late bloomer). ALWAYS have a bottle in the house - just in case!
ReplyDeleteAmen is my Mugler choice. Smells like cake!
This is such a beautiful blog Ann! Loved reading it. I used to wear Stella McCartney In Peony for ages but I recently heard it's been discontinued. Guess I better find a new 'forever fragrance' now! xx
ReplyDelete@Lisa - I don't think I know Boudoir, but Amen is beautiful
ReplyDelete@Kirsty - thanks love, the next one is out there ... wonder what it'll be?
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Great take on the Angel 2011. I am still in search of that elusive 'forever fragrance'. I know, I very fickle minded especially when it comes to fashion and perfume.
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