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About the Fragrance:
The Story of Eight & Bob
Albert Fouquet, the son of a Parisian aristocrat, was part of elite French society in the early twentieth century and a perfume connoisseur. In a room on the upper floor of the family chateau, Fouquet created and perfected various essences for his own personal use – aided by Philippe, the family butler. At social events he would surprise everyone with an exquisite fragrance that became increasingly in demand within the exclusive social circle he frequented. However, Fouquet continually rejected proposals to market his fragrance.
One night during his summer vacation in 1937 on the French Riviera (Côte d’Azur), Albert met and got on very well with a young American student who was touring France in a convertible: John F. Kennedy. Within minutes of being introduced, J.F.K. was captivated by the essence that Albert wore. John’s charm and congeniality persuaded Albert to leave him a sample of his fragrance with a note at the hotel the following morning: "In this bottle, you will find the dash of French glamour that your American personality lacks."
On returning from his vacation, Albert received a letter from John in the U.S. thanking him for the kind gesture and informing him of the success his perfume was having among his friends. He requested Albert to send him eight samples: "And if your production allows, another one for bob."
The most exclusive perfume created by Albert Fouquet exemplifies chic sophistication. Designed for both men and women alike, this classic scent is suitable for a modern-day aristocrat. Rosy notes of Pink Pepper blended with the subtle spice of Cardamom and garnished with the zesty hint of Lemon, evoke a contemporary tone; while notes of Labdanum emit an intricacy reminiscent of the sweet, fruity, woody aromas of twentieth century Paris. Amber and Sandalwood undertones accentuate the warmth of this refined scent.
Fragrance Notes:
Top: Cardamom, Fizzy Lemon, Pink Pepper
Middle: Wood, Labdanum, Violet Leaves
Base: Amber, Sandalwood, Vetiver
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Alcohol Denat., Parfum, Aqua Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene, Ethylhexy Methoxycinnamate, Linalool, Coumarin, Alpha Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal Butyl Methoxy Dibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexy Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Eugenol, Benzyl Benzoate, Methyl 2-Octynoate

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