The Legend: Anthea is a Greek word meaning “blossom” and was used as an epithet for Hera (Queen of the Gods), and was also a rather common name for girls. Many nymphs (semi-divine beings who personified and protected trees, flowers, hills and fountains) also had this name. One of the daughters of Thespius (and 49 mothers of the 51 Heraclidae) was also named Anthea. It is a compliment in the utmost that one be named this; as one of the highest praises one could have sung of their beauty was their likeness to a flower.
The Fragrance: A homage to jasmine, with all of its playful charm and sensual depth. A simple opening of green leaves crowns jasmine in all her beauty. A “soliflore” with depth, this is a blend of two types of very heady thick jasmine underpinned with a milky creamy rose and rounded and balanced with subtle strokes of clary sage. Despite the sweet, and often cloying, nature of these flowers this never overpowers; only enchants and delights! A finish of ambergris and iris keeps it “cool”, but still lush and full of life. A scent for those who appreciate simple elegance.
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