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2 3 6 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I I t almost feels like a long time coming and somewhat overdue, but we have finally been treated to a luxury fragrance from the British luxury automotive brand Bentley. With this, its very first fragrance offering for men has been launched – Bentley for Men. Bentley Motors, world renowned, has always considered first class and a cut above the rest, so it is only fitting that they have now created a truly original and classic fragrance for men to indulge in. With elite clientele and desirable products, this fragrance can now stand alongside the rest of their collection and complement it perfectly. Timeless, stylish, desirable and luxurious, Bentley is one of the most well-known and respected brands in history. There was a specific man that the Bentley enterprise had in mind when creating this fragrance. They wanted to enhance his confidence and individuality whilst following his modern and successful lifestyle. With this Eau de Toilette, all of these qualities have been greatly respected. The Bentley man desires the best, perhaps a perfectionist at heart, and is aware of his surroundings whilst appreciating style. A refined design is one to be noticed, and he is someone who relishes these attributes. Whether this is applied to a vehicle in his garage or a fragrance in his bathroom cabinet, both can hold equal importance. The lady behind this new release is top French perfumer, Nathalie Lorson. She has personally selected the finest ingredients and overseen its complete construction into a truly individual and classic creation. The key notes in this fragrance experience are wood and leather. These materials are synonymous with the Bentley brand and the handcrafted automobiles that they design and construct. In terms of top notes, a cocktail of stimulating spices and aromatic essences are on offer. Black pepper meets bergamot and green bay leaves, which then take you through to the heart of brown leather. Rum has also been used to enhance the deep leather notes and give it a full-bodied aroma. Clary sage and cinnamon are then revealed to complete the concoction and impart a strong character. From the initial key ingredients, elements of fine wood have been chosen specifically from cedar. As Natalie Lorson explains, “I chose cedar because of its powerful unadulterated scent and patchouli for its sensual depth and natural elegance”. These fine wood ingredients convey a strong, masculine structure, whilst the other notes like musk create a warmth and depth of comfort, which Natalie enthuses, “are perfectly suited to today’s men”. When asked if Bentley is heralding the revival of this kind of fragrance direction, Natalie replies, “Yes, leather perfumes are now being rediscovered thanks to innovative technologies. They offer fascinating scent experiences, a modern expression of sensuality and elegance. And they represent an alternative to animal notes, which we no longer use today for legal reasons and due to their old-fashioned nature.” Although leather notes exude an animal aroma due to being from the skin, they differ in that they are elegant, deep and mysterious, all in one. Men and women worldwide are aware of the unique and perfected design of the Bentley automobiles that have been created over the years. In homage to this, whilst still respecting tradition and elegance, the Bentley for Men fragrance has been created to complement its heritage. Curves and lines, synonymous with the vehicles, have now been adapted to the flask, making it incredibly comfortable to hold and use. The cap surrounds a diamond-shaped polished metal section that reflects the bottle’s high-quality craftsmanship. Bentley’s signed ‘Flying B,’ which adorns all of its cars, is embossed on the bottle’s shoulder and poised on the front of the pack. The Eau de Toilette version has been released in a matte silver finish, while in contrast, the Intense Eau de Parfum is more of a copper tone to complement the hue of the fragrance. All of these details and enhancements to the perfume and the bottle itself have been created with care and precision. To respect the Bentley brand, their design team has been consulted at each stage and encouraged to be a part of this important launch. As a result, Bentley for Men is truly a fragrance to be proud of, both for the company and the man who chooses to wear it. Moving onwards from the original, Lalique for Bentley is quite a different scent than Bentley for Men. For those who like true power, this is a much stronger fragrance. Due to a limited amount being produced worldwide, this is a truly exclusive and highly desirable product for men. The beautifully crafted ornate bottle and scent has been created in collaboration with the prestigious perfume house Lalique. Designed specifically for Bentley, this fragrance is truly one of a kind. To own this is to own a piece of history and art. The winged ‘B’ for Bentley stands proud adorning the sculpted heavy base. It is moulded into the top of the fragrance, which is encased below in a frosted block bottle. This unique design and potent fragrance make this truly a collector’s item to withstand the test of time and style.