Chasuble by Jacques Fath
Women 1945
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Chasuble by Jacques Fath: A 1945 Oriental Floral Worth Rediscovering Launched in 1945, Chasuble is a women's fragrance from the house of Jacques Fath, classified within the Oriental Floral olfactory family. It's a true gem of classic perfumery. Its composition layers a sparkling citrus top, a lush floral heart, and a deep, animalic base — a signature of the era's…
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Top
Calabrian Bergamot
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Heart
Egyptian Jasmine
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Base
Mysore Sandalwood
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About Chasuble
Chasuble by Jacques Fath: A 1945 Oriental Floral Worth Rediscovering
Launched in 1945, Chasuble is a women's fragrance from the house of Jacques Fath, classified within the Oriental Floral olfactory family. It's a true gem of classic perfumery.
Its composition layers a sparkling citrus top, a lush floral heart, and a deep, animalic base — a signature of the era's boldest creations.
The opening sparkles with Calabrian bergamot, Amalfi lemon, petitgrain, wormwood, aldehydes, and tarragon. This aromatic, slightly green start is fresh and radiant, setting the stage for a more complex development.
The heart reveals a generous bouquet of Egyptian jasmine, Grasse rose, ylang-ylang, carnation, and clove, entwined with resins like Siam benzoin, incense, labdanum, and myrrh. The florals and balms create a warm, subtly spiced embrace.
The base is deep and sensual, built on Mysore sandalwood, Mexican vanilla, Virginia cedar, Tolu balsam, patchouli, and vetiver. Added to this are ambergris, castoreum, civet, and musk, bringing a striking animalic dimension.
Oakmoss and styrax complete the picture, adding an earthy, slightly smoky texture. The overall accords span amber, woody, warm spicy, aromatic, musky, citrus, balsamic, powdery, animalic, and earthy — a symphony of contrasts.
Chasuble is a perfume with formidable presence and longevity. It unfolds slowly and demands attention. Its opulent character makes it an object of desire for collectors and connoisseurs of vintage fragrances.
This scent will appeal to those who appreciate bold vintage perfumes, with a taste for rich florals and animalic undertones. If you enjoy perfumes with history, Chasuble belongs in your wardrobe.
Chasuble remains a remarkable example of mid-20th-century perfume artistry. It's complex, elegant, and undeniably distinctive — a timeless classic for the discerning nose.
Green, herbal and fougère Woods and mosses Flowers Resins and balsams Musk, amber and animalic
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