09.14.2018 Pomander
This ornamental accessory was worn as a necklace, bracelet or attached to a belt (depending on its size) and wasn’t so much a decorative object but worn to protect the wearer.
This ornamental accessory was worn as a necklace, bracelet or attached to a belt (depending on its size) and wasn’t so much a decorative object but worn to protect the wearer.
Perfumes of the Sixties are characterised by originality, the increased use of synthetic ingredients blended with wonderful natural ingredients, classicism and sensuality.
“Scented powder was all the rage.” (Annick Le Guérer)
“From its origins to today, perfume has continued to induce practices and gestures.” (Annick Le Guérer)
Perfume becomes a luxury item within the reach of all.
The juice was designed to last on the skin as well as for years.
It is the invention of synthetics that slowly triggered the Modern perfume, by the end of the 19th century.
In France, in the XIXth century, perfume continued to be tarred by the centuries-old idea of indolence and idleness, the mother of all vices.