AEDES DE VENUSTAS

$150

The most precious and ancient aromatic materials come together for a fragrance that takes perfumery into the future by going back to its roots. The iris occupies a precious place in the world of perfumery: its price exceeds that of gold and its singular aroma can only be perceived six years after its planting. In AEDES DE VENUSTAS IRIS NAZARENA, this rare floral root is reborn. It nestles in conversation with incense, resulting in a mysterious and sensual iris-incense accord that drives this deeply captivating fragrance. Perfumer Ralf Schwieger has long wanted to offer a contemporary interpretation of the iris without reference to its best-known olfactory expressions, including Chanel No. 19, which he calls “the benchmark of iris-based fragrances and the unrivaled model since its launch in 1971.” He also wanted to incorporate transparency into notes that can be perceived as dark, and end with something that would express a mystical yet enduring beauty.