Each summer, fragrance houses come out with summer editions of their most popular scents. Calvin Klein updates its Eternity franchise each April with beach-inspired packaging; Dolce & Gabbana offer their Mediterranean vacation scents; and Jean-Paul Gaultier dresses his Classique bottle in palm leaves and peacocks. Each is a little work of art.
But summer 2015 belongs to YSL’s spectacular Paris Premieres Roses Limited Edition scent. It’s a younger, fresher interpretation of the original eau de toilette scent boasting notes of wild rose, violet leaf, neroli, peony, lily-of-the-valley, white musk and sandalwood.
The packaging and bottle design are the brainchild of Japanese artist Que Houxo who studied at the Tama Art University in Tokyo.
He boasts an ultra-modern method of painting. He projects fluorescent painting on the walls, splashing flowers and using a specific light to reveal their intense colours.
It’s in effect, an explosion of fluorescent flowers dancing under UV lights. A handful of trend experts have identified Houxo as a rising star in the art world.
YSL Paris Premieres Roses Limited Edition arrives exclusively at Hudson’s Bay stores in Canada in mid-April.
I gave away one of these exquisite bottles to one lucky follower. Congrats to Sophie Marsolais! We drew her name at random from all the entries below.
536 Comments
BlessedTA
April 9, 2015 at 9:56 amNo, I haven’t.
ReadyOwl
April 9, 2015 at 9:55 amNo, I never have, I am all about the scent inside
Chloe S
April 9, 2015 at 9:54 amOh,so chic, love the bottle, design and the candy colours, it’s fun and makes me buy it.Love love love it! ( @chloesjp)
Chloe S
April 9, 2015 at 9:53 amOh,so chic, love the bottle, design and the candy colours, it’s fun and makes me buy it.Love love love it!
Beth Fralix
April 9, 2015 at 9:48 amYes, I have bought Parfume before simply because of the beautiful bottle design. I’m sure many will purchase this gorgeous YSL bottle for that reason also! God Bless You!!
Tracy Martin
April 9, 2015 at 9:46 amYes I have bought perfume just for the bottle a couple of times. I was lucky because I also liked the fragrance!
There was just something magical about the bottles that I wanted to buy them.
Stephanie Kiggins
April 9, 2015 at 9:43 amI’m always a sucker for a pretty bottle lol @stephk83
Emily Stemp
April 9, 2015 at 9:42 amGorgeous bottle and it would remind me of Pairs.
Angie In My 30s (@My30sAndItsTime)
April 9, 2015 at 9:39 ami always try to resist doing that, but I AM a sucker for pretty things lol
lenaki_papaki
April 9, 2015 at 9:38 amLove this fragrance , my mom’s favourite!! It reminds me lots of memories…<3<3
Teresa
April 9, 2015 at 9:33 amI remember this old skool bottle and loved the scent.
Manal Amin
April 9, 2015 at 9:31 amActually, I have never bought a fragrance solely based on the bottle design, but I was enchanted by purchasing many amazing fragrances with a fabulous bottle design like Jean-Paul Gaultier ❤️ @ManalJo
Jayne K
April 9, 2015 at 9:30 amNever solely on the bottle design, but the design can be a big factor in a decision to buy.
Hazel Ainslie
April 9, 2015 at 9:24 amLove the design technique. Very inventive.
Thanks Dave,
Linda Bragg
April 9, 2015 at 9:14 amYes I have and I surprisingly enjoyed the scent in the bottle also!! Added plus! Bottle designs have really come a long way since then also!! This one by Japanese artist Que Houxo, is so unique and lovely!!
Janet goodlad
April 9, 2015 at 9:12 amwow looks unusual and arty
Lori pouncey
April 9, 2015 at 9:08 amYes I have purchased a fragrance solely based on the design of the bottle many times. I love bottles of all types and I collect them, it’s a bonus when you asked get a fab scent! Ty for the opportunity Dave ☺
@spiderwebber8
April 9, 2015 at 9:05 amOh gosh Yes im always doing it lol I have plenty of bottles unused just because i like the designs hehe
Edith Thurman
April 9, 2015 at 9:02 amI’ve never bought myself fragrance at all, but art on the other hand is a different story! I love to do oil paintings but haven’t in awhile. I am really liking the fluorescent artwork would love to see it! OXOXOX
Illy Junus
April 9, 2015 at 9:01 amsometimes i buy the perfume just for the bottle design…
Carl Watkins
April 9, 2015 at 8:51 amLove to give this to my wife.
Carl Watkins
April 9, 2015 at 8:52 amI’ve never bought a bottle for the design, but just the name on it.
Christine Northrop
April 9, 2015 at 8:49 amI have never bought a perfume based on a bottle design it has always been on how the perfume smells on my as each person makes the scent smell differently.
Jenny
April 9, 2015 at 8:45 amI love the look of most of my perfume bottles as I like to have them sit on my vanity. They double as beautiful decor as well as an accessory!
DESPINA VENETI
April 9, 2015 at 8:45 amGorgeous bottle for a true classic.
I’ve purchased several limited edition bottles, but always of perfumes I already love (Jean-Paul Gaultier, Angel, etc).
I’ve bought a couple of perfumes over the years, based mostly on the bottle, like Salvador Dali and Lolita Lempicka.
Dana Rodriguez
April 9, 2015 at 8:44 amYes I have..several times.That is a beautiful bottle!