COS Perfumery
Discover a new series of fine fragrances by the COS Perfumery. Made in Grasse, France, by experts in the art of scent, carefully crafted with high-quality, natural ingredients for a lasting intensity.
COS Perfumery
Discover a new series of fine fragrances by the COS Perfumery. Made in Grasse, France, by experts in the art of scent, carefully crafted with high-quality, natural ingredients for a lasting intensity.
Introducing Relique, Memoire, L'Essence Epure and Noir Delice – four new additions to the collection of fine fragrances by COS Perfumery, imagined by the industry’s best noses. From dark woody notes to dewy florals, each scent captures the essence of the COS design philosophy, embodying refined, luxury craftsmanship with a subtle spirit of irreverence.
RELIQUE
Relique embraces the warmth of worn-in leather, softened by the patina of time. Dark woods deepen the composition with a sensual richness, while raspberry adds a vibrant contrast, warmed by traces of tobacco and davana. A velvety floral foundation of rosa damascena lingers close to the skin, leaving an intriguing tension.
PERFUMER NOTES
Master perfumers Ilias Ermenidis & Marine Mercé explain the harmony behind Relique: ‘Built on contrast, the fragrance balances dark woods deepened with leather against a luminous note of raspberry that keeps the composition under tension.’
MEMOIRE
Memoire strikes a chord of nostalgia – familiar but new. Toasted sesame opens the scent with a warm indulgence, intertwined with the creamy floral facets of orange blossom and tuberose. Milky woody notes illuminate a rich base of Dreamwood and copaiba to create a compelling composition in harmony with the wearer.
PERFUMER NOTES
‘Each key ingredient was chosen for its creamy, tactile quality’, says master perfumer, Coralie Spicher. ‘In combination, they build a layered sensuality that is felt as much as it is smelled.’
L'ESSENCE EPURE
L'Essence Epure captures the crisp clarity of dawn, enveloped in a rush of sparkling serenity. Refreshing Aquozone opens the scent, softened by woody, everlasting notes of walnut and cedarwood with a dewy floral. At its heart, deep Wolfwood is lifted by Firgood's balanced peppery-citrus mix, while sweet orange blossom ushers in the base, unfolding into a tangy warmth crafted from mandarin and cedarwood. An immaculate lightness brimming with fresh possibility.
PERFUMER NOTES
Master perfumer Grégoire Balleydier articulates the art behind the creation of L'Essence Epure: ‘An exploration of tonality atop a primed canvas. Against the smooth foundation of Wolfwood, textures of blue and green are treated like brushwork, creating light, translucent layers that contrast the deeper mineral shades.’
NOIR DELICE
Noir Delice is the intimacy of a late night permeated with indulgence and a hazy glow that leaves an air of intrigue. Whisky and oak barrels open with a bold intensity, balanced by the dark brightness of blackberry. The heart breaks into a creamy tonka spiced by black pepper and grounded with earthy moss, concluding with a melody of cistus, incense, cocoa and Ambrox. Rich and spirited; spiced and sensual.
PERFUMER NOTES
‘It's an addiction: a warm, gourmand concoction where alluring tones of liquor and fruit blur into something irresistibly intimate, something that draws you back again and again’, says master perfumer, Marine Mercé, on Noir Delice's delectable appeal.
THE STORY BEHIND COS PERFUMERY
COS Perfumery crafts its fine fragrances in Grasse, France, widely celebrated as the perfume capital of the world. Grasse is renowned for its ideal climate and rich natural resources, which are perfect for growing the fragrant flowers and raw materials essential for exceptional perfume production. Created by experts in scent who adhere to the highest standards of artistry, each of the four fine fragrances in the collection is carefully crafted with high-quality, natural ingredients for a lasting intensity.
Typically three to five years. However, several factors, such as the nature of lighter citrus or floral notes, storage conditions and the quality of the ingredients, can determine durability.
Fragrance can degrade with exposure to light and humidity, so store in a cool, dry and dark environment standing upright to preserve the integrity of the ingredients.
Pulse points are the most effective way to diffuse fragrance. These can be found on the wrists, neck, behind the ears, and the inner elbows. Application on your chest, behind the knees and on clothing allows a scent to permeate naturally throughout the day.
To create a personalised scent profile, start with a heavier base note, such as vanilla or musk, followed by a complementary middle note in the floral, spice or fruit family, finished with a top note of citrus to add complexity and freshness. Be mindful of balancing intensities – a useful tip is to layer eau de parfum with eau de toilette to create depth.
Fragrance is a broad term that refers to scent itself, while perfume (or ‘parfum’) specifically refers to a type of highly concentrated fragrance. Our Eau de Parfums contain 20% fragrance oils, for intensity and longevity.
The process begins with selecting high-quality ingredients which are then extracted to produce essential oils. These oils are blended by perfumers, known as ‘noses’, to create a desired scent profile, combining top, middle and base notes for balance. The blended fragrance is then aged for several weeks to mature and enhance its complexity before being rigorously tested for consistency and quality control.