A Scentsational Journey: Fleur Japonais by Shalini Parfum

What better way to kick-off Spring than to treat yourself with a sensual, transcendent and heavenly perfume? Shalini Parfum just launched their new scent, Fleur Japonais, a gentle and soft scent of a fresh bouquet of Cherry Blossoms, inspired by the Sakura and Samurai of Japan. 

Just in time for NYC to emerge with clouds of pink, Cherry Blossoms bring such an exuberance of joy and fresh energy to release the winter blues. This perfume is the only spiritual fragrance created by the contemporary French perfumer, Maurice Roucel. This is the seventh parfum in a series created by Shalini and Maurice. The collection of the seven parfums reflects the changing moods and passions for the soul. This perfume was inspired by Nirvana, the final stage of life where we reach the understanding of our destiny and journey of life. The delicate pink flowers are part of the Buddhist themes of mindfulness and living in the present, a timeless metaphor for human existence.

This enchanting scent is sure to brighten your day with just one spray. Fleur Japonais reaches for the heavens as the pink flowers merge with the ethereal smoke from the woods and resins. The parfum is a heavenly composition of ephemeral Cherry blossoms, intoxicating Magnolia flowers, Frankincense, Labdanum and Sandalwood. Magnolia flowers bring a nobility and dignity to the parfum. The violet pink of the flower complements the pink of Sakura. Frankincense is the purest incense, considered to be more valuable than gold in biblical times. Labdanum creates an amber, leathery note in the parfum. Sandalwood, the most sacred of woods, is floral, woody and balsamic. It creates a feeling of relaxation and positive energy. 

Sakura is revered in Japan for their beauty, grace and transient nature of life. The “Sakura” season is a celebration of life as the pink flowers embrace the temples of Kyoto. Their beautiful fleeting lives remind us to appreciate each moment of ours. The Sakura and the Samurai have a special connection: the flower and the Japanese man. They are both admired for their fleeting beautiful lives. It is believed that the soul of the Samurai lives in the Sakura. 

Not only does this luxurious perfume feel and smell heavenly, but the product itself is also simply stunning. The parfum is presented in a beautiful Crystal Flacon and a collection of French glass bottles. Also featuring an elegant white lacquer and 18k gold-plated Travel Spray. 

Behind this modern masterpiece is Shalini, herself, who I had the honor of meeting at the Fleur launch event at The Pierre. Since her Parfum Collection launch in 2004, Shalini looks to perfumes for their healing and prayer, the spiritual element, not merely for beauty. She embraces her love for pure, natural perfumes and essences of being surrounded by flowers and essential oils. Fleur perfectly encompasses the healing element through the natural scent which coexists with feeling beautiful and fresh yet is delivered through a luxurious product. Fleur is the reflection of luxurious couture and infused with the essence of luxury, created with the most precious oils, florals and notes of the natural world. Shalini Parfums are listed amongst the top ten most luxurious fragrances in the world.

Fleur Japonais and Shalini’s other perfumes can be purchased at Bergdorf Goodman. To learn more click here.