Scented Escapades: Manos Gerakinis Parfums
Perfume goes beyond merely smelling nice; it's like a daily dose of mood enhancement and a splash of your individual flair! Put aside thoughts of flowers and elaborate descriptions; imagine it as your scented ally capable of transforming an ordinary day into an extraordinary one. A quick spritz, and suddenly you feel self-assured, prepared for whatever comes your way.
Let's applaud the might of perfume – turning the mundane into a scented escapade and making each day a fragrant festivity! It's not just about having a pleasant scent; envision it as your undercover charm to make a lasting impact wherever you go. You absolutely need to explore the awesomeness of Manos Gerakinis - a sensation waiting to be experienced.
Manos Gerakinis has crafted something extraordinary, and once you try it, you'll understand the magic they've bottled up. Stepping onto the scent scene back in 2014, Manos Gerakinis Parfums is like the rockstar of Greek Perfume Houses. Imagine each of their fragrances as a tiny adventure into nature, history, and art – with a big ol' splash of real emotion. And who's the genius pulling the strings? None other than the style wizard himself, Manos Gerakinis.
Manos's childhood is a mix of rose, saffron, tobacco, labdanum, and honey escapades. Toss in some painting skills, a pinch of killer style, and a hefty dose of history, philosophy, and culture geekery – and voilà, that's the magic recipe for our House. Manos Gerakinis Parfums isn't your run-of-the-mill crew; they're all about embracing your uniqueness, giving diversity a high-five, and letting you express yourself like a boss. These fragrance rebels are tearing down walls between East and West, masculine and feminine, and turning the simplicity-extravagance scale on its head.
“The only real luxury is time, make yours fragrantly memorable” - Manos Gerakinis, Founder
In ushering in a new chapter of Manos Gerakinis’ journey, he masterfully orchestrated the crafting of a unique perfume. Initially conceived exclusively for him, this enchanting fragrance wove together his beloved spicy, floral, woody, and ambery notes into a captivating and potent olfactory experience. The irresistible allure of this scent garnered such widespread admiration whenever he embraced it, sparking the brilliant inspiration to establish his very own Perfume House. This distinctive fragrance would subsequently debut as the inaugural creation of Manos Gerakinis Parfums, aptly named "Sillage Royal."
Conceived originally as a custom fragrance tailored exclusively for Manos Gerakinis, SILLAGE ROYAL captures the essence of his preferred elements: oud, rose, amber, and spices. Reflecting its intimate nature, the scent pays homage to Manos's hometown, the enchanting city of Kavala in Northern Greece, with smoky notes nodding to its historical tobacco production. This fragrance isn't just a reflection of his olfactory preferences; it's a manifestation of Manos's quest to harmonize his inherent finesse with a desire to radiate.
SILLAGE ROYAL brilliantly announced his arrival with flair, exuding elegance and charm while enveloping him in an air of self-assurance and sophistication.
Top Notes: Cardamom, Saffron, Turmeric
Heart Notes: Persian Rose, Smoke, Oud
Base Notes: Musk, Amber, Patchouli, Cedarwood
Behold IMMORTELLE, a captivating display of the multifaceted allure of the flower that bears its name. Renowned as the "everlasting" bloom, these clusters of yellow blossoms have graced the wild landscapes of Greece for millennia, celebrated for their timeless beauty and remarkable healing qualities. In the ancient world, the Greeks presented deities with wreaths made of these everlasting blooms, their enduring floral radiance weaving itself into the fabric of legend. Legend even whispers that the Trojan Prince Paris, professing his love to the stunning Helen, likened her to the immortelle: "Observe this bloom, its golden hue mirrors your locks, its stem echoes your stature, and its petals reflect the softness of your skin. Your beauty, much like this flower, is destined to be everlasting."
Top Notes: Clove, Cinnamon
Heart Notes: Immortelle, Brown Sugar, Milk
Base Notes: Benzoin, Sandalwood, Patchouli
Let’s explore the enchanting world of PIVOINE, where the spotlight gracefully falls upon the peony, that luscious bloom making a grand entrance come late spring - a tale echoing through the ages claims that the peony owes its name to none other than Paeon, the healing virtuoso of the Greek gods, who managed to mend Pluto's ailments. This, however, left Asclepius, the medicine deity, fuming with jealousy. Threats of Paeon's demise lingered, but fear not! Zeus, the mighty god of gods, intervened, casting a transformative spell that turned our protagonist into the exquisite peony we know and adore today.
Top Notes: Clove, Cinnamon
Heart Notes: Immortelle, Brown Sugar, Milk
Base Notes: Benzoin, Sandalwood, Patchouli
Behold SEΛENE, gracefully echoing its pronunciation as "Se-lee-nee," a fragrance that dances to the rhythm of ancient Greek mythology, paying homage to the Titanian goddess of the moon. Picture this enchanting deity steering her chariot through the celestial expanse. Crafted by the visionary Manos Gerakinis, the fragrance is a sensory love letter to the captivating allure of a Greek summer evening at an al fresco cinema. Imagine being enveloped in the open-air embrace, watching a film beneath the twinkling stars. Here, a symphony of scents unfolds, intricately woven together by the moonlight. Citrus tree blossoms and leaves, tranquil woods, and the night-blooming jasmine from nearby trees and gardens converge in a magical fusion. As you savor the cinematic experience, notes of praline add a touch of sweetness, reminiscent of delectable treats enjoyed under the night sky. Meanwhile, a musky, sensuous cloud hangs in the air, echoing the essence of an ideal, warm, and breezy Athenian summer night.
Top Notes: Calabrian Bergamot, Grapefruit Peel, Petitgrain
Heart Notes: Orange Blossom, Jasmine Sambac, Violet, Praline
Base Notes: Cedarwood Virginia, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Musk
