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Behind the resonant name Armand Basi lies the story of a Catalan family whose love for beauty turned into a successful fashion house and then into a respected perfume brand. Although the clothing brand founded by Mercedes Basi and her sons started back in 1986, its perfume history officially began in 1999. Today, managed by Armand's daughters, the brand preserves family values, embodying in its fragrances the hot Spanish temperament, love for art, and bold design.
Armand Basi occupies a special niche in the market, offering quality, complex compositions at an affordable price, making it a sort of "discovery" for connoisseurs of niche perfumery. The brand's philosophy is based on creating emotional, sensual fragrances that speak the language of love, passion, and vivid memories. Often, inspiration comes from its native Barcelona – its architecture, colors, and energy.
One of the main advantages of Armand Basi is the collaboration with legendary "noses" of the global industry. Masters such as Alberto Morillas, who created the cult In Red, and Nathalie Lorson, author of the urban masterpiece In Me, have worked on the brand's fragrances. Also involved in creating perfumes were Olivier Cresp, Quentin Bisch, and Annick Menardo, guaranteeing the highest quality and depth of each composition.
The brand is renowned not only for its content but also for its form. The design of Armand Basi flacons is a separate art. For example, the flacon for the fragrance In Me, dedicated to Barcelona, was created by architect Jordi Bonet, who led the works on the famous Sagrada Familia cathedral for 26 years. And the bottle of Scent of Kiss in the shape of a bright red lipstick tube instantly became a visual icon, speaking of romance and boldness.
The most recognizable line of the brand is undoubtedly In Red, which started with the eponymous hit fragrance by Alberto Morillas. It symbolizes passion and includes variations such as the fruity-floral Happy in Red. The delicate Rose Armand Basi collection captivates the hearts of lovers of floral chords, offering exquisite interpretations of the queen of flowers, as in the crystal-fresh Rose Glacee.
The Scent of Kiss line is dedicated to the magic of a kiss and sensual pleasures, often in playful, fruity-sweet forms. For the male audience, the concise and elegant collection L'Eau Pour Homme was created. And oriental, powdery, and sensual chords are embodied in the Sensual line, for example, in the mysterious Sensual Orchid - My Paradise.
The recognizable style of the brand is bright, emotional compositions, often dominated by juicy berry, floral, and woody notes. Armand Basi fragrances have good longevity and sillage, as often mentioned in reviews by brand fans. They are perfect for women who seek not mass-market but original, memorable perfumes with character – for dates, special occasions, or simply to lift the mood on a weekday.
| Number of fragrances | 34 |
| Collections (3) | L'Eau Pour Homme, Rose Armand Basi, Scent of Kiss |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Official website | http://www.armandbasi.com |
| License holder | Angelini Beauty |
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