A Look Back at Scent and Inspiration
Like fragrance fanatics with intuition sharper than perfume creation needle always say, there's nothing like a good sniff to transport you back in time. Imagine if the potent power of perfume could be used to predict the future of artistic movements? Stay with me, this might get a little 'nose-talgic’. (Sorry, I just had to).
The Whiff of Impressionism and Fougère Perfumes
Impressionism, the French art movement of the late 19th century was characterized by small, thin brush strokes, and the emphasis on accurate depiction of light. Now, if that were a perfume, it would have to be light and refreshing. Enter Fougèere perfumes: coined in the late 19th century, these scents brought a green, herbaceous quality that changed the game in perfume industry at the same time Impressionism was changing the game in art. Coincidental? I bet my oud on not.
Expressionism and Oriental Fragrances
Expressionism arrived in the early 20th century, bringing emotions and subjective interpretations to the center stage. Likewise, the Oriental group of fragrances with their intense and opulent notes of resins, wood, and spices enhanced the emotional connection associated with fragrances. If your perfume could paint, it’d probably create an Edvard Munch masterpiece.
Surrealism and Aldehydic Perfumes
Surrealism, a cultural movement that started in the late 1910s and early 1920s, sought to release the creative potential of the unconscious mind. In the world of fragrance, the iconic aldehydic perfume Chanel No. 5 was born. Just like Dali’s melting clocks, this perfume defied the norms and presented a unique olfactive experience.
Breaking Down the Scent Palette
The 21st century is known for conceptual art and minimalism in the world of visual arts, and in fragrances, we saw an inclination towards minimalistic and clean fragrances with an emphasis on single notes. I guess sometimes, less really is 'scent-sational'. (Last one, I promise!).
By following the parallels between perfume and art, we could potentially predict the next big artistic movement. So, buckle up, fragrance aficionado, and get out your sniffing easels, because the future of art could be right under our noses. Quite literally.
