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Born in the free-spirited 1960s in San Francisco, the Esprit brand long outgrew the framework of just fashionable clothing, transforming into an international symbol of a light, positive lifestyle. Although the official founding date of the perfume line is considered 2001, its roots go back to 1968, when Plain Jane Dress was created, later, in 1971, receiving its sonorous name. Esprit became a true revolutionary in retail, first implementing the concept of a 'shop-in-shop' — a branded island with a unique atmosphere that fully reflected the brand's cheerful philosophy.
Esprit perfumes are a logical and beautiful continuation of this philosophy. They are created not just as an accessory, but as an integral part of style, the finishing touch to an image that says: 'Age is just your attitude towards life.' The brand's perfumery is accessible, democratic, and primarily aimed at young, active people who value freedom of self-expression and simple joys.
Despite the democratic segment, true stars of perfumery art, whose names are known to all connoisseurs of niche and luxury compositions, were involved in creating Esprit fragrances. This collaboration allowed for the creation of truly quality and interesting perfumes. Masters such as Nathalie Lorson, known for her sensual and complex creations, Marie Salamagne, who virtuously plays with fruity and floral chords, and Fabrice Pellegrin, creating refined and elegant fragrances, worked on the perfumes for the home.
Their talent, multiplied by an understanding of the brand's DNA, gave the world perfumes in which optimism, purity, and energy are read. This allowed Esprit to stand out in the mass-market, offering not template-like, but thoughtful and emotional compositions, which are often released as additions to seasonal clothing collections.
The Esprit fragrance catalog reflects the diversity of modern life. One of the most recognizable and popular is the Life By Esprit collection, which became the brand's signature in the world of perfumery. This line, like its numerous summer and special editions, embodies the very essence of the brand — love for life in all its manifestations.
Among the cult hits that are worth trying first are the fresh and floral Esprit Pure for Women, a true classic of the brand. No less popular is the optimistic and fruity-floral Life By Esprit, which is often released in new, seasonal interpretations, such as Summer Edition 2015. For those looking for a carefree and bright fragrance created in collaboration with Alienor Massenet, Celebration Happy Vibes is perfectly suited.
Esprit fragrances are often noted in the community of connoisseurs for their incredible 'wearability' and ability to uplift mood. They typically do not claim the multi-day longevity of extracts, but give several hours of pure, sincere pleasure. In reviews, epithets like 'fresh,' 'light,' 'summery,' 'casual' often sound. These perfumes are perfect for daily wear, study, meetings with friends, or the office — for moments when you want to feel light and comfortable.
Many fragrances, especially from the Life line, have a soft but noticeable trail, attracting compliments. They are often chosen as a first perfume or as an option for hot weather, where heavy and dense compositions can be inappropriate. Esprit perfumery is an honest offering for those who value emotion above status in perfumes and believe that good mood can be captured in a fragrance.
| Number of fragrances | 81 |
| Collections (2) | Just by Esprit, Life By Esprit |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Official website | http://www.esprit.com |
| License holder | Coty Inc. |
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