‘Jouissance’ don’t ever judge a book by its cover! 

The perfect poetic match between erotic literature and perfumes lies in their ability to evoke and enhance sensual experiences. 

Erotic literature, with its vivid and descriptive narratives, stimulates the imagination and emotional response to desire and intimacy. Perfumes, on the other hand, translate these abstract feelings into tangible, sensory experiences through scent.

By pairing a fragrance with a piece of erotic literature, you create a multi-sensory experience that deepens the exploration of sensuality. For instance, a perfume with warm, exotic notes might complement a steamy, passionate novel, enhancing the reader’s immersion and emotional connection to the story. Conversely, the mood and themes of erotic literature can inspire the creation of a fragrance, infusing it with layers of complexity and allure that reflect the narrative’s sensuality. Together, they offer a holistic approach to experiencing and expressing desire.

Three fragrances, three delights… a never-ending enchantment… 

1954 LA BAGUE D’O pays hommage to Story of O – the controversial 1954 novel of submission and domination by Anne Desclos (originally published under the pen name Pauline Réage) Pauline Réage’s provocative novel through scent, evoking the journey of self-discovery and indulgence described in the book. This fragrance intertwines the allure of an enigmatic road trip, the ritualistic pleasure of fashion and adornment, and the intense experiences of submission and desire. With notes inspired by glossy fashion photography, the enduring marks of passion, and the mystique of a masked ball, LA BAGUE D’O is an olfactory homage to the novel’s exploration of power, pleasure, and identity.

1968 EN PLEİN AİR, a perfume inspired by Catherine Millet’s erotic classic The Sexual Life Of Catherine M (2001), distills the essence of Catherine M’s world into a scent, evoking the raw and intimate experiences of her life. This fragrance reflects the tactile sensations of nature against the skin, the thrill of clandestine encounters, and the sensuous pleasure of unspoken connections. It also captures the ambiance of Rohmer films, the excitement of hidden escapades, and the meticulous recording of personal experiences. EN PLEIN AIR weaves these elements into a complex olfactory narrative, embodying the hedonistic and exploratory spirit of Catherine M’s work.  

1931 LES CAHIERS SECRETS channels the intimate and sensual world of Anaïs Nin through scent. Inspired by the life of artist expats in Paris and the erotic journal entries that define Nin’s work, this fragrance captures the essence of self-discovery and luxury. It evokes the tactile pleasures of fine coffee, silk stockings, and rich textiles, while also reflecting the luminous quality of skin and the intensity of female friendships. The fragrance embodies the subversive and empowering nature of women’s language, creating a complex olfactory portrait of Nin’s passionate and nuanced experiences.