Baccarat Rouge 540: the phenomenon of a cult fragrance
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Australian niche perfume house Map of the Heart, founded in 2014 in Sydney, is a bold experiment at the intersection of art, film, and perfumery. Its creators, entrepreneur Sarah Blair and renowned film director Jeffrey Darling, conceived the brand as an emotional cartography, where each fragrance becomes a reflection of deep inner experience. The name "Map of the Heart" perfectly reflects this concept: perfumes here are meant to explore the most intimate corners of the human heart, translating feelings into the language of scents.
The brand's debut took place at the prestigious Pitti Fragranze exhibition in Florence in 2014, where the first three fragrances were presented. This immediately marked the brand's ambitions to take its place in the world of high niche perfumery. From the very beginning, Map of the Heart positions itself as a luxury project, where attention to detail and artistic integrity are paramount.
The recognizability of Map of the Heart is largely ensured by the iconic design of bottles in the shape of an anatomically accurate heart. This masterpiece was worked on by legendary French designer Pierre Dinand, the creator of bottles for such icons as Obsession Calvin Klein and Opium Yves Saint-Laurent. Each heart is a standalone art object made of heavy glass, where the color of the bottle directly corresponds to the emotional concept of the fragrance.
Inspiration for perfumes often comes from unexpected sources. For example, Purple Heart v.5 is dedicated to the American military award "Purple Heart" and symbolizes bravery and resilience of spirit. Such narratives add depth to the compositions and engage the connoisseur in a unique story.
The perfumed soul for all brand compositions was given by the famous French "nose" Jacques Huclier, the creator of many cult fragrances. His signature – bold, often unexpected chords and impeccable balance between tradition and avant-garde – became the hallmark of Map of the Heart.
The main collection of the brand is the "Hearts" series, where each fragrance is denoted by a color and version. This is a holistic statement exploring the spectrum of human emotions: from the fresh and clean Clear Heart v.1, symbolizing clarity, to the warm, spicy-milky Gold Heart v.4, embodying luxury.
Among the seven "hearts," several fragrances are rightfully considered the brand's calling cards. Red Heart v.3 is the embodiment of passion and energy, a bright fruity-floral explosion. Pink Heart v.6 captivates with its modern and playful nature, built around green basil and citrus.
Special attention deserves White Heart V.7 – an aldehyde floral fragrance with notes of gardenia and oud. It was this fragrance that brought the brand international recognition, winning the "Campaign of the Year in Media – Women" category at the prestigious The Fragrance Foundation UK Awards in 2019.
Despite its youth, Map of the Heart has already firmly occupied its niche in the world of luxury perfumery. The brand is represented in exclusive multi-brand boutiques and the best department stores in the world, including the legendary Harrods in London. It can be found in Russia, European countries, the Middle East, South Africa, Hong Kong, Australia, and New Zealand.
Map of the Heart is a brand for those who seek something more in perfumery. For those who are ready to explore the map of their own feelings with bold, artistic, and impeccably made fragrances, where each "heart" is the beginning of a new emotional journey.
| Number of fragrances | 9 |
| Collections (0) | |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Official website | http://mapoftheheart.com |
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