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A Moment in Time: Experience ‘Interlude’ By Amouage Christopher Chong, Amouage Creative Director
In the House of Amouage’s latest introspective creations for man and woman, ‘Interlude’ evokes an air of disorder while maintaining a sense of balance and tranquility through the inventive use of Frankincense and Myrrh. “I interpret what I see and feel into scents.”
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n orchestrated blend of technical skill and creative integrity, the fragrances take one moment in time for self-reflection and personal discovery to compose internal harmony from external chaos. “I interpret what I see and feel into scents,” says Christopher Chong, Amouage Creative Director. “All the social and natural chaos and disorder surrounding us today can be translated to a much more intimate level. The interlude moment is a reflection of all the trials and tribulations one overcomes to attain personal satisfaction and achievement.” Interlude Woman is a floral chypre that reveals an interlude moment of unity and serenity. The sweetness of Bergamot and bitterness of Grapefruit in the top notes create turbulent tensions while Rose, Frankincense and Sandalwood in the intricate heart are masqueraded with an unconventional combination of Nut, Coffee, Kiwi, Honey and Agarwood. An opulent base of sumptuous Amber and Vanilla inject warmth to the fragrance’s contradicting accords. Harmony resonates in the heart of Interlude Man. Zesty Bergamot, Oregano and Pimento Berry Oil conjure perpetuating intervals of conflict which are countered by aromatic notes of Amber, Frankincense, Cistus and Myrrh. Eternal notes of leather, Agarwood smoke, Patchouli and Sandalwood in the base add lasting layers of depth and texture. Chong explains, “Amouage has established an enviable reputation for re-inventing accustomed scents. Frankincense and Myrrh traditionally smell spiritual and religious but in Interlude, they have been reconstructed to feel contemporary yet sophisticated.” Amouage’s signature glass crystal bottles are introduced in a rich and mesmerizing midnight blue hue with gold-plated detailing, accentuated with a sapphire blue Swarovski crystal. Vibrant colours enrich the packaging in an abstract and conceptual representation of orderly chaos
Interlude is available in 50ml and 100ml Eau de Parfum at the Amouage Shop in Bahrain City Centre and Al Hawaj. For more details, visit: www.amouage.com
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