Gaby Aghion: A Woman’s Pioneering Spirit
In 1952, Gaby Aghion founded the fashion house Chloé with a new vision: to liberate women’s bodies from the rigid constraints of haute couture. Following her intuition, she redefined womenswear and created a fashion of freedom that moved beyond the conventions of the French fashion houses of the era. Her philosophy—shaped by her connections to the artistic and intellectual circles of Paris—found expression in the legendary venues of the Left Bank, where she showcased her debut collections. With a fresh, multicultural perspective, she blended diverse design elements and worlds, drawing inspiration from her native Egypt, the Mediterranean, and the atmosphere of the Parisian Left Bank. True to this pioneering vision, Atelier des Fleurs embodies a free-spirited, instinctive beauty—inspired by emotion and distinguished by exceptional savoir-faire.
Les Fleurs de Nuit
The Les Fleurs de Nuit collection evokes nights on the Left Bank of Paris—a timeless setting where creative energy meets Parisian boldness. The collection offers a sensual portrait of iconic flowers that transform as night falls. By day, they absorb the sun’s warmth and radiance; by night, they bloom in all their glory. Through compositions of captivating intensity, the collection reveals the richness and uniqueness of these secret notes, which unveil their sensual, intoxicating character only under the veil of night.
Cedrus de Nuit
Cedrus, from the *Les Fleurs de Nuit* collection, is now reimagined as *Cedrus de Nuit* by perfumers Quentin Bisch and Louise Turner. The fragrance centers on a flower that is as rare as it is fleeting: the Queen of the Night electrifies the woody heart of this iconic perfume. This white blossom comes to life just once a year, blooming in the darkness and filling the cold night air with its rich, warm scent. Through an unprecedented extraction process that faithfully captures the essence of the flower in its natural setting, the fragrance reveals itself down to its most fleeting molecules. The honey-like, subtly spicy aroma of the Queen of the Night is captured in all its intensity, preserved for eternity. An amber base note featuring dark vanilla absolute and resinous benzoin amplifies the flower’s presence as it meets the enveloping warmth of woods. *Cedrus de Nuit* blends addictive sensuality with the airy lightness of cedar—a signature element of the Maison Chloé identity. It captures the intoxicating beauty of a flower that belongs solely to the night.
A Parisian Night
The world of *Cedrus de Nuit* is rooted in the Parisian night—amidst blue velvet and sparkling crystals, within the intimate atmosphere of a private salon where time seems to stand still. It echoes the fragrance’s enveloping sensuality and serves as an invitation to discover what lies hidden in the shadows. The *Cedrus de Nuit* bottle features an intense cobalt blue hue reminiscent of the night sky, while its pleated silhouette pays tribute to the *plissé soleil* design that defines the *Atelier des Fleurs* collection.
