Stilboide Fluide

Stilboide Fluide was a liquid hair groom and beard groom scented with various Guerlain fragrances over the years. It was also made "to maintain the curl of the so-called English papillotes." Papillotes was paper that was used to curl the hair, and thus the curly hair obtained with this method is known as "papillotes."

 Stilboide Fluid is similar to brilliantine and was mainly an alcohol mixture scented with perfume oils. You might come across these today and notice that the contents have separated leaving the alcohol mixture at the bottom of the bottle while the scented oils rose to the top of the bottle.

I found an ad for the Stilboide Fluide as early as 1875.

1875 ad

Some of the earliest Stilboide Fluid scents were:

• Bouquet
• Chypre
• Coq Gaulois
• Derniere Cri
• Des Pages
• Fragrans
• Heliotrope
• Jicky
• Makis
• New Mown Hay
• Pepita
• Rex
• Simplex
• Sornette
• Violette
• Ylang Ylang

Stilboide Fluide was available in the following scents:

• Champs Elysees
• Cuir de Russie
• Guerlilas
• Hegemonienne
• Jicky
• L'Heure Bleue
• Liu
• Mitsouko
• Shalimar
• Sous Le Vent
• Vague Souvenir
• Vol de Nuit

Colored Crystal Quadrilobe Bottles

In 2016, Guerlain introduced a line of limited edition crystal quadrilobe flacons in dazzling jewel like colors, inspired by the principle of synesthesia (the idea that color has a scent). Dubbed the Color Collection it is comprised of five bottles, each decorated with the fluffed barbichage tassel performed by hand by the Dames du Table. Each bottle retails for 650,00 €.

Looking to buy someone a personal gift? These bottles can also represent the various birthstones and would make an appropriate present for someone's birthday or anniversary.

Spiritueuse Double Vanille is housed in a fiery shade evocative of a Padparadscha sapphire.

The Padparadscha and blue sapphires correspond to the month of September and the Taurus zodiac sign.

Incidentally, the sapphire is given as a 65th wedding anniversary.

Santal Royal is housed in a verdant emerald green bottle.

Emerald is the birthstone for May, the stone for the star sign Cancer and is the traditional gift for a 20th wedding anniversary.

L'Heure de Nuit is dressed in the finest shade akin to a blue Kashmir sapphire.

The sapphire corresponds to the birth month of September and the stone for Taurus.

The sapphire is also a traditional gift for a 45th wedding anniversary.

Oriental Brulant is presented in a crystal flacon of the precious pigeon blood red Burmese ruby.

The ruby is representative of the month of July and is the stone for Capricorn.

The ruby is also given as a present for a 40th wedding anniversary.

L’Eau de Parfum du 68 is contained in a bicolor crystal shade recalling the purple and deep yellow of the ametrine (amethyst & citrine).

Though ametrine itself is not a birthstone it can be considered the birthstone of February, the birthstone of November or the Pisces birthstone because it is part amethyst, part citrine.

It could also be given for the 6th (amethyst) and 13th (citrine) wedding anniversaries.



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Muguet Millesime c2016

Muguet Millesime 2016: launched in 2016. Created by Thierry Wasser.

From Guerlain:

"Every year since 2006, the Exclusive Muguet Eau de Toilette by Guerlain blossoms anew on 1st May in a luxurious numbered limited edition..A wonderful gift idea for a loved one."

Shalimar Souffle de Parfum Collector Flacon c2016

Shalimar Souffle de Parfum Collector Flacon: launched in 2016 as a limited edition collector's bottle, the fragrance remains the same.

Aqua Allegoria Pera Granita c2016

Aqua Allegoria Pera Granita by Guerlain: launched in 2016.

Musc by Guerlain c1833

Musc by Guerlain, launched in 1833 and crafted by Pierre-François Pascal Guerlain, was a bold and evocative fragrance. The name "Musc," derived from the French word for "musk," immediately conjures images of sensuality, warmth, and raw natural allure. Musk, originally sourced from the gland of the musk deer, was prized for its deep, animalic quality, which conveyed a sense of both mystery and intimacy. In scent, the name "Musc" suggests an enveloping, velvety richness—a perfume that is seductive, warm, and deeply resonant. Its animalic nature evokes primal instincts while maintaining an air of refined elegance.

The word "Musc" evokes emotions tied to sensuality and power, blending the natural with the luxurious. In the 19th century, women would have likely viewed a perfume called "Musc" as daring and sophisticated. Musk was associated with the exotic and the rare, making it an ingredient that would appeal to those seeking to enhance their allure and command attention. Women of the time, living in an era when fragrance was integral to personal expression, would have embraced Musc for its ability to add an element of mystique to their presence.

The time period in which Musc was launched was marked by the early stages of the Industrial Revolution, a period of rapid growth, innovation, and change. In this context, perfume played a significant role in society, particularly among the upper classes, as a marker of wealth, sophistication, and personal taste. The Romantic movement in art and literature, with its emphasis on emotion, nature, and sensuality, also influenced perfumery, making fragrances like Musc highly desirable for their ability to evoke deep feelings and connections with the natural world.

At the time of Musc’s introduction, perfumers were still relying on natural ingredients such as extracts, infusions, and tinctures. The composition of Musc would have likely involved blending these natural animalics with floral notes to soften and round out its intensity, creating a balance between the rawness of musk and the grace of flowers. As the 19th century progressed, the introduction of synthetic molecules began to transform perfumery, allowing for even more intricate and long-lasting compositions. Though Musc would have originally been crafted with the purest natural materials, later versions may have incorporated synthetics, enhancing its ability to linger on the skin while still preserving its sensual essence.

Guerlain’s Musc stood out as an embodiment of the era’s fascination with both the natural world and human emotions, offering a fragrance that combined the best of both worlds—animalic warmth and floral elegance. For women of the 19th century, it would have represented a perfect balance between sophistication and seduction.

Guerlain Rarities 4/5/2016 - 4/12/2016

Vintage Djedi Parfum Bottle and Box

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Vintage Guerlain Shalimar 4.2oz Extrait Perfume No. 91 Unopened Bottle

Click here to see the SHALIMAR auction

Les Coeurs de Chamade Limited Edition Set:

Click here to see the LES COEURS DE CHAMADE auction

Fol Arome 8.4 oz Extrait

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Guerlain Rarities 3/14 - 3/21

Very rare antique Guerlain Musc Parfum in Carre Flacon. 10.3 cm.

Vintage "Dawamesk" by Guerlain, Baccarat Crystal bottle. Height : 10 cm (4 inches). 80 ml.

Rare huge vintage "Fol Arôme" by Guerlain, Baccarat crystal perfume bottle. Height : 16,5 cm (6 1/2 inches). 250 ml. 

Rare vintage "Fleur de Feu" by Guerlain, glass perfume bottle. Height : 13,8 cm (5 1/2 inches). 40 ml.

Vintage 1960s acrylic display stand for Chant D'Aromes.  It is 9-3/4" tall and 8-1/2" across.

Le Bouquet de la Reine c2016

Le Bouquet de la Reine by Guerlain: launched in 2016.

Created by Thierry Wasser as a limited edition to be sold only through subscription from February 17, 2016 until May 17, 2016. Funds collected from the sale of this perfume will help with the restoration of the royal apartments in the Palace of Versailles in France.

La Petite Robe Noire Makeup Line

The continuing success of La Petite Robe Noire has spawned flanker scents, collectible bottles, hair mist, shimmer powder and now...a makeup line! The little black dress inspired line the brand's Director of Makeup Design, Olivier Echaudemaison to create a wide selection of lip and nail colors which will be launched in February.

Promenade des Anglais c2016

Promenade des Anglais by Guerlain: launched in 2016 as part of the Les Parisiennes line. Interpreted as "a chic escape in Provence."

Ambre Eternel c2016

Ambre Éternel by Guerlain: to be launched in January 2016. Created by Thierry Wasser as a companion piece to Santal Royal. These are part of a new fragrance series called "Les Absolus d'Orient", a name which Guerlain trademarked on Oct 29, 2015. The next fragrance in this series may be Oud Essentiel, as Guerlain trademarked this name on Dec 1, 2015.

Lui Guerlain c2016

Is this a new fragrance for men? This mark and name were trademarked by Guerlain in October.

Shalimar Holiday Limited Edition Box c2015

Shalimar Eau de Parfum is presented in a limited edition box for the 2015 Holiday season. The box features an appealing scale design reminiscent of the scales used on the brand's iconic bee bottles, resting against a deep blue background. A jaunty blue silk bow is set at the side corner of the box to echo the blue bow on the Shalimar flacon..

The familiar bottle holds 50ml of Eau de Parfum. There has been no change to the scent of Shalimar's Eau de Parfum, only the box design is different.

The Eau de Parfum retails for € 93.00.

Guerlain Rarities 11/17/15 - 11/24/15

This week's round up of Guerlain rarities presented for your pleasure..


VINTAGE LANTERNE FLACONS:

Two vintage lantern flacons.

Click here to see the LANTERNE FLACONS auction

VINTAGE 1950S-1960S GOUTTES POUR YEUX:

Vintage 1950s-1960s Eye Drops, in original bottle and box. Nice example of an early skincare product.

Click here to see the GOUTTES POUR LES YEUX auction

VINTAGE 1950S HUILE POUR BRUNIR:

Vintage 1950s-1960s Huile pour Brunir (tanning oil) in original bottle and box. Unusual and rare find.

Click here to see the HUILE POUR BRUNIR auction

VINTAGE L'HEURE BLEUE BACCARAT FLACON IN WARTIME PACKAGING:

Click here to see the L'HEURE BLEUE auction

QUAND VIENT LA PLUIE EAU DE PARFUM:

Quand Vient la Pluie eau de parfum estagnon and limited edition sculptural flacon.

Click here to see the QUAND VIENT LA PLUIE auction

PARFUM DES CHAMPS ELYSEES BACCARAT TURTLE FLACON:

Parfum des Champs Elysees Baccarat tortoise flacon.

Click here to see the PARFUM DES CHAMPS ELYSEES auction

VINTAGE RUE DE LA PAIX PARFUM:

Vintage Rue de la Paix 2 oz Parfum in Baccarat flacon.

Click here to see the RUE DE LA PAIX auction

VINTAGE SHALIMAR PARFUM:

Huge vintage Shalimar 4.2 oz Parfum in Baccarat flacon.

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VINTAGE COQUE D'OR PARFUM:

Noed Papillon bottle by Baccarat for Coque D'Or.

Click here to see the COQUE D'OR auction

VINTAGE CHYPRE 53 PARFUM:

Vintage Chypre 53 parfum in 2.7 oz Baccarat flacon.

Click here to see the CHYPRE 53 auction

VINTAGE GARDENIA PARFUM:

Gardenia parfum in flacon carre, still sealed.

Click here to see the GARDENIA auction

VINTAGE UNE ROSE PARFUM & BOX:

Vintage 1940s Une Rose 2 oz parfum in Baccarat flacon with original box.

Click here to see the UNE ROSE auction

PARFUM DES CHAMPS ELYSEES RE-EDITION:

Parfum des Champs Elysees Baccarat flacon Re-Edition from 1995 with original box. Signed by Jean-Paul Guerlain.

Click here to see the PARFUM DES CHAMPS ELYSEES auction

VINTAGE GARDENIA PARFUM IN BOX:

Large 2 oz bottle of Gardenia parfum (extrait) in original brown suede like box.

Click here to see the GARDENIA auction

VINTAGE A TRAVERS CHAMPS PARFUM IN BOX:

Vintage Baccarat bottle of A Travers Champs parfum with original brown suede like box.

Click here to see the A TRAVERS CHAMPS auction

VINTAGE QUAND VIENT L'ETE PARFUM AND BOX:

Vintage bottle of Quand Vient L'Ete parfum with original box.

Click here to see the QUAND VIENT L'ETE auction

VINTAGE GUERLINADE PARFUM:

Vintage 1950s-1960s Guerlinade parfum in amphore flacon.

Click here to see the GUERLINADE auction

VINTAGE APRES L'ONDEE PARFUM:

Vintage 1970s Apres L'Ondee 28ml parfum in Louis XVI flacon.

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VINTAGE APRES L'ONDEE PARFUM AND BOX:

Vintage 1 oz Apres L'Ondee parfum in original box.

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VINTAGE JASMIN PARFUM WITH BOX:

Vintage Jasmin parfum in quadrilobe flacon with original red box.

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VINTAGE SHALIMAR EDT IN LOUIS XVI BOTTLE:

Vintage 1984 limited edition Shalimar 1 oz Eau de Toilette in Louis XVI bottle.

Click here to see the SHALIMAR auction

SHALIMAR 500ML EAU DE PARFUM IN BEE BOTTLE:

Shalimar 500ml Eau de Parfum in gilded bee bottle with original box.

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VINTAGE MITSOUKO SAPOCETI & EDT SET:

2 Sapoceti soaps and 15ml bottle of Mitsouko EDT boxed set. Labels on back of bottle are written in Japanese and front label is in perfect condition.  They are bottles made in France for the Japanese market.

Click here to see the MITSOUKO auction

VINTAGE SHALIMAR TALC PARFUME DUSTING POWDER IN BOX:


Vintage 1950s Shalimar Guerlain Perfumed Talc Powder in lattice motif box.

Click here to see the SHALIMAR TALC PARFUME auction

VINTAGE SMALL LANTERNE FLACON:

Click here to see the SMALL LANTERNE FLACON auction

VINTAGE MEDIUM LANTERN FLACON:

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VINTAGE BOUQUET DE FAUNES FLACON:

Click here to see the BOUQUET DE FAUNES auction

VINTAGE DJEDI PARFUM WITH BOX:

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VINTAGE 1 OZ JICKY PARFUM IN QUADRILOBE FLACON:

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