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In 2018, a new Italian star lit up the horizon of niche perfumery – the brand S. Esse Strikes The Notes. Its creator, Stefano Esse, being not only an entrepreneur but also an appreciator of beauty, conceived the impossible: to transfer the power and drama of classical opera into the fragile world of fragrances. Thus was born a house where each composition is not just a set of notes, but a full-fledged olfactory score, telling the story of a strong, sensual, and multifaceted woman.
Italy, the cradle of art, became the perfect ground for this experiment. Stefano Esse believed that the emotions awakened by music could be captured in perfumery as well. His philosophy is built on uncompromising quality: the selection of rare natural ingredients, complex multifaceted compositions, and attention to every detail, including elegant bottles that are often assembled by hand. This is not a mass product, but an intimate statement in the world of luxury.
The heart of the brand became its first and key collection "Opera". Each fragrance here is named after a female name, alluding to great opera heroines, and possesses its unique character. These are not just perfumes, but portraits: refined, passionate, tragic, or victorious.
Acquaintance with the brand often begins with the sensual Priscilla, whose composition with rose, patchouli, and vanilla captivates with warmth and depth. No less popular is the fresh and elegant Miranda, playing with citrus and floral chords. For lovers of luxury and rich woody sillage, the majestic Vittoria has been created.
The perfumery style of S. Esse Strikes The Notes is complexity, richness, and excellent longevity. All fragrances are released in a high concentration of Eau de Parfum, which guarantees long-lasting resonance on the skin. In compositions, contrasts are often found: floral tenderness coexists with spicy or balmy depth, and fruity fresh top notes smoothly transition into sensual, almost creamy bases.
To distinguish an authentic bottle, the impeccable quality of execution helps: heavy glass, quality metal applicator, clear engraving. Each bottle comes with a certificate, and the packaging is made of dense, textured paper. The true fragrances of this house are never "flat" or simple – they always unfold gradually, like a good performance, revealing new facets with each hour.
Over the few years of its existence, S. Esse Strikes The Notes has firmly established its niche among connoisseurs of Italian perfumery school. It is chosen by those who are tired of mass-market and seek a fragrance with history, character, and soul. Reviews often note precisely this "stage-like" presentation: the perfumes sound loud, confident, and long-lasting, eliciting many compliments.
Such fragrances as the languid Anita with its berry and musk accents, or the mysterious, spicy-woody Donatella have become a discovery for many. One should not overlook the floral Lavinia, which reimagines the classic tuberose. This is a brand for bold experiments, where every encounter with a new "heroine" is a dialogue with art.
| Number of fragrances | 13 |
| Collections (1) | S. Esse Strikes The Notes Private Collection |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Official website | http://essestrikesthenotes.com/ |
| License holder | Profumitalia |
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