Scents of the moment
Fashion is a feast for the senses. Clothes, shoes, bags, accessories are avenues of artistic expression, showcasing a kaleidoscope of colors, hues and tones that complement a spectrum of delightful palettes. Fabrication in all its wonder and glory presents a multi-dimensional exposition of remarkable textile that shapes masterful creations. Aesthetics and its encompassing appeal in form, structure, creativity and presentation define statements in a multitude of style arenas that reflect our sense of taste. Music with all its genres has always in one way or the other provided for a piece or collection. Its musicality provides soundtracks for endless runway madness, season after season.
Fragrance is a fashion statement. Its charm and charisma have captivated the world. Beautifully packaged in sculptural glass, crystals and a variety of shapes, its elegant appeal reflects its irresistible impressions of sophistication. With a wide range of choices that cater to one’s celebration of individuality, it fashions a mood or feeling that identifies the complexities of character. Extracted and formulated from the most exotic to the most simple of origins, they continue to spellbind with their irresistible appeal to create refined excellence. The assortment of notes in each masterful concoction forms a homogenous creation that appeals to our sense of smell.
Perfumes, fragrances and scents form a billion-dollar industry that takes an active part in the advancement of global fashion. The evolution through the decades has resulted in the wide range of variety available in the market thus forming a culture of its own. The rise of its demand and the flourishing of this culture brought about the birth of designer fragrances. Some of the most famous include Chanel No. 5 by Coco Chanel (1921), Joy by Jean Patou (1935), Femme by Rochas (1944), Miss Dior by Christian Dior (1947) and Opium by Yves Saint Laurent (1977). Its early beginnings were formed out of novelty and are now classics marked in fashion history. From status symbol to a must-have, fragrances are must-buy essentials that complement the modern look, style and wardrobe. Today, what began as part of a sacred or religious ritual is now designer-fashioned for every occasion. Though the designer list grows on every season, Multiple Choice presents the scents of the moment.
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