Monday, December 30, 2019

On the Wind by Bourjois c1956

On the Wind by Bourjois: launched in 1956. Created by perfumer Constantin Mikhailovich “Kot” Weriguine. This was one scent in a line of three summer colognes: On the Wind, Frosty Mist and Spice 'N Ice.




Fragrance Composition:



So what does it smell like? It was classified as a cool, crisp floral fragrance for women, meant to be worn during the summer months.
  • Top notes: aldehydes, mint, lemon, lavender, galbanum, violet leaf
  • Middle notes: ylang ylang, iris, lily, jasmine, lily of the valley, hyacinth
  • Base notes: tonka bean, vanilla, sandalwood, oakmoss, vetiver, musk, orris



Fate of the Fragrance:


Discontinued.

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