Mugler’s incredible Les Exceptions Cuir Impertinent. One of the biggest trends in fragrance in 2015 is the rise of artisanal niche scents. These are very premium fragrances for men and women crafted by the world’s top perfumers and blended with the very best and expensive ingredients. We saw the trend begin with Serge Lutens, Frederic Malle and most recently Le Labo. But existing fragrance houses aren’t missing out on the growing fascination for very special scents. Chanel has its Les Exclusifs, Guerlain offers its limited edition prestige editions, and Thierry Mugler unveiled his high end line last year called “Mugler Les Exceptions”.
Les Exceptions is kind of an insider secret in the fragrance and beauty industry. Beauty editors so love these fragrances they voted the brand “best scent of 2014” at the recent Canadian Fragrance Awards in Montreal. The collection was created by Thierry Mugler and master perfumers Olivier Polge and Jean-Christophe Herault. Olivier has since joined Chanel where he and his father Jacques Polge create all the fragrances for the French Fashion House.
“I describe Thierry Mugler’s approach to fragrance as olfactory clash,” says Herault. “He likes to use daring combinations in his creations and he likes to use ingredients that tell a story.” This approach is very evident in the bold Angel and the quirky Womanity – each incorporating unexpected notes. “Les Exceptions is really about the quality of ingredients. I like to say that nature is the best perfumer these days. We now understand how nature makes scents and we use this knowledge to create very special scents.”
Jean-Christophe writes his perfume formulas like a musician writes a song or symphony. The process is very similar. “I like to use intuition and strategy in my creations,” he says. This is evident in what is one of the finest fragrances of 2015: Cuir Impertinent. The perfumer pairs the darkness of tanned leather with the unexpected freshness of star anise. The unexpected, invigorating green note acts like an aromatic flash and makes the scent surprisingly addictive. It can be worn by both men and women. It is sophisticated and chic.
The giveaway: I gave away a bottle of “Cuir Impertinent” to give away to one lucky reader. I asked readers if they’ve ever worn a Thierry Mugler scent. @mzrobson told us and we drew her name from all entries. Congrats!!!
Mugler Les Exceptions Cuir Impertinent, 80 ml, $185
It is available at Hudson’s Bay, Queen Street & Yorkdale in Toronto, downtown Montreal and downtown Vancouver.
434 Comments
veronica
September 9, 2015 at 8:03 amSadly, I’ve never tried a Thierry Mugler perfume!
Judith (from Israel)
September 9, 2015 at 8:00 amNo, I’ve never worn a Thierry Mugler scent.
Amelia Manickam
September 9, 2015 at 7:58 amThe only Thierry Mugler scent I’ve ever worn was Alien Eau Extrodinnaire. @aameliaM
Raquel M.
September 9, 2015 at 7:55 amNo, I have never worn Mugler. Twitter Name: @rachel_munrey
dimitris zafeiropoulos
September 9, 2015 at 7:36 amI had a sample from Angel.thats it
@DimitrisZafe
Valencia
September 9, 2015 at 6:58 amI have a sample of Alien that I have not worn yet.
Gloria Walshver
September 9, 2015 at 6:14 amNo never.
GlorWal64
Lesa L.
September 9, 2015 at 6:06 amAngel has been my signature fragrance for years. I agree that T. Mugler creates his perfumes like writing a symphony. Very layered with several nuances. Thank you for introducing me to this new line. I am very excited for Mugler and we all will benefit.
Nicnuy
September 9, 2015 at 5:46 amOnly if I have the chance.
teodor
September 9, 2015 at 5:37 amNever had the pleasure
twitter: raisinglight
Laura Velasco
September 9, 2015 at 3:50 amNever worn Thierry Mugler scent, but would love to try this. @L_aura_Lopez
Tracy C.
September 9, 2015 at 12:44 amNo I haven’t @tracytaylorstev
Julie
September 9, 2015 at 12:27 amYes! I’ve borrowed my mom’s Angel perfume.
joti
September 8, 2015 at 11:56 pmNo, haven’t even heard this one before, 😉 but definitely want to try it. (@JOTI67)
Megan Zuchowski
September 8, 2015 at 9:35 pmI have never tried it before!
Tom Griffith Jr
September 8, 2015 at 9:00 pmAngel because of the name. When you think of the name you think of the fragrance!
Ty
September 8, 2015 at 7:46 pmUnfortunately, I have not had the chance to try a Thierry Mugler fragrance yet.
@poisonsix9
_Sandra_
September 8, 2015 at 7:36 pmAngel will forever be my favorite Thierry Mugler scent!
@_Sandra_R_
Kristy Wolfgang
September 8, 2015 at 7:03 pmNo, but this is a great chance to be able to try it, thanks @jeszadyahray
Lynda
September 8, 2015 at 5:38 pmno i haven’t. @oshkoshbgosh321
Karen D
September 8, 2015 at 5:17 pmNever tried Mugler before but would to. @karen_dietrich
Robert Tschinkel
September 8, 2015 at 4:44 pmI have worn A*Men Pure Leather Eau de Toilette – I love the scent of leather and this has to be the best scent I have ever used @T1974Bob
claire woods
September 8, 2015 at 4:40 pmnever
Evaggelia Zachariadou
September 8, 2015 at 3:13 pmI’ve worn Angel it’s my fave!
@litsazachariad1
Christie M
September 8, 2015 at 3:08 pmI have never worn it @chr_mac