Familiar and yet current with an edge, Patch, our latest solid fragrance introduction is a perfume full of contrasts Named for the warm, intense Indian Patchouli that is the shining star in this mix. To that we have added the sparkling notes of precious Australian Sandalwood and Egyptian Jasmine, an intriguing infusion of warm Madagascar Vanilla and a perfect touch of Turkish Rose Oil It is unlike any other fragrance we have created before and for us, it was love at first try May be mixed with our Sandalwood to make it woodier or with Bay Rum to make it spicy In the tin the fragrance is strong, and is meant to be used in very small amounts to achieve a subtle level of fragrance Patch Solid Fragrance Patchouli has been used for centuries in perfumery, particularly in Asia. Napoleon Bonaparte brought the plant to France, together with cashmere shawls he found in Egypt. Patchouli-scented shawls became extremely popular in France. The essential oil, however, remained a mystery in the West for many years.

In America, Patchouli became popular as part of the hippie culture of the 60's and 70's. The image that still has as a strong, cheap, and overwhelming fragrance derives primarily from the use of bad synthetic versions of Patchouli. Modern perfumers have fought hard to restore Patchouli's place among the top fragrances made today.

Top quality Patchouli is expensive and difficult to find. The Patchouli used in this fragrance is extracted by steam distillation from leaves of Indonesian Pogostemon cablin plants. It is called dark aged Patchouli, and is the highest grade of this essential oil available.

Our master perfumer is absolutely in love with the warmth of chypres, a class of fragrances that have Patchouli as key ingredient. This is his take on traditional chypres, arrived after more than a year of hard work.