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Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Miss Balmain by Balmain c1967

Miss Balmain by Balmain: launched in 1967. Created by Germaine Cellier.

Intended for younger women. It met with immediate success.



Fragrance Composition:


So what does it smell like? The original version is classified as an animalic floral woody chypre fragrance for women. Described as a light, fresh green blend of flowers, spices and exotic fruits. It begins with a dry, fresh and herbaceous top, followed by a dry floral heart, layered over a war,. woody leathery base. Mixed floral notes against a background of smoky, dry wood and floral tones.

  • Top notes: orange peel, bergamot, aldehydes, coriander, gardenia, lemon, green notes, thujone
  • Middle notes: carnation, narcissus, orris, jasmine, rose, lily of the valley, jonquil
  • Base notes: leather, amber, coconut, tonka bean, oakmoss, sandalwood, cedar, patchouli, vetiver, castoreum


Country Life, 1968:
"Recently, Pierre Balmain in Paris created a new perfume he- calls Miss Balmain. He says about it: "For me it sums up that unique quality born into the woman of our time: her chic, her charm, her refreshing young arrogance." 

The Illustrated London News, 1969:
"Miss Balmain, the newest perfume by Pierre Balmain. Light but lingering, arrogant with a secret touch of tenderness. Miss Balmain is the young, modern woman."

Omaha World-Herald, 1969:
"Pink is the prevalent packaging color in Miss Balmain's new bath powder and spray toilet water."


Bottles:


The Parfum was available in the following:
  • 1/4 oz (7cc) 
  • 1/2 oz (14cc)
  • 1 oz (28cc)
  • 2 oz (56cc)
  • Atomizer

The original Eau de Toilette was available in the following:
  • 1.8 oz (56cc)
  • 3.8 oz (113cc)
  • 7.6 oz (226cc)
  •  2.8 oz (85cc) Atomizer 

The fragrance was also available in 
  • 185gr Dusting Powder





Reformulated version: A woody fragrance for women.
  • Top notes: bergamot, aldehydes, coriander, gardenia, lemon, green notes
  • Middle notes: carnation, narcissus, orris, jasmine, rose, lily of the valley
  • Base notes: leather, amber, coconut, tonka bean, sandalwood, patchouli






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