As I’m always on the look-out for cool products from Singapore to bring back home to Europe (done all the batik and Merlion stuff too many times..), I was particularly pleased to learn about SIX Fine Fragrances. To limit SIX’ fragrances to gifts for friends abroad doesn’t do justice, though; the products are exceptional and the brand oozes the sophistication of a world class artisanal designer fragrance brand. Which is why I immediately got a fragrance set for my husband. I didn’t have to force him in any way to wear the fragrances, as he fell in love with SIX Fragrances’ transient, mysterious and powerful scents just as quickly as I did.
Quite the perfect husband and father, if you ask me...
The story behind the brand is pretty awesome. SIX Fragrances was founded almost 2 years ago by Jason Lee (34), who spent four years working at world-renowned Swiss fragrance house Givaudan, where he developed a passion and love for scents. In 2015, as a gesture of love for his then bride-to-be, Jason created two unique scents as a wedding gift. These scents were also presented as wedding favors to his guests (d*mn, I wish I was invited). Encouraged by raving reviews, he partnered with Givaudan and launched his first three scents: 123 Tribeca, 1724 Puka and 27F Biei, inspired by memories of his travel destinations (New York, Boracay and Hokkaido, respectively).
Recently, a limited edition unisex fragrance called Eclat was launched, inspired by the arrival of Jason’s two children, Jedd and Jann. It represents hope, grace and gratitude, and celebrates the gift of life and the miracles it encompasses. Now that's what I call a devoted family man!
Smells like quality
I’m seriously a big fan of all scents already and couldn’t pick a favorite, as they are all so different. The common factor is the quality: the scents last long on the skin and just smells qualitative, like only the finest of ingredients have been used. Which is in fact the case; Jason worked closely with Givaudan for the sourcing of only the best raw materials such as patchouli in Indonesia, clove in Madagascar and Vetiver in Haiti.
123 TRIBECA
123 Tribeca
A masculine and sexy scent, represented by a posh urbanite chillin’ in a backstreet neon-lit bar in The Big Apple. Perfect for a date night in a vibrant and buzzing city, hopping from Hot Club to even hotter club.
Top notes: Lemon & Orange Peel
Heart notes: Rosemary & Lily-of-the-Valley
Base notes: Oakmoss & Brazilian Rosewood.
Price: 66 SGD (20ml)
Available at Tangs, Robinsons and through SIX's webshop
1724 PUKA
1724 Puka
A stimulating and addictive scent, reminiscent of the drugged intensity that sways between almost-touching on a stretch of marzipan-white beach in Boracay (pre-sewage and environment-related problems that led President Rodrigo Duterte to close Boracay for a clean-up recently; imagining a steamy overture on any white beach will do, though). Perfect for cocktail hour at a luxury beach resort.
Top notes: Rhubarb, Mint & Bergamot
Heart notes: Musk & White Amber
Base notes: Green Tea, Jasmine & Celery Seeds
Price: 66 SGD (20ml)
Available at Tangs, Robinsons and through SIX's webshop
27F BIEI
Biei
27°F Biei: An elegant and crispy fresh scent, a fresh breath or air, of life – the calm yet magical feeling of standing in the middle of a quiet winter landscape at night, gazing at the stars while surrounded by majestic snow-capped mountains in Hokkaido. Perfect for intimate private dining for two, at a tranquil, exclusive location.
Top notes: Coriander, Orange Blossom & Mandarin
Heart notes: Lavender & Bulgarian Rose
Base notes: Sandal Wood, Green Tea & Cedar
Price: 66 SGD (20ml)
Available at Tangs, Robinsons and through SIX's webshop
ECLAT
Eclat
Eclat - Limited Edition: A spirited and inspiring scent; hope, grace and positivity in a bottle. The promise of darkness always breaking into dawn. Perfect for lovers, both men and women, any time, any where.
Top notes: Neroli, Grapefruit & Lavender
Heart notes: Fuji Apple, Hints of Spices, Mint & Orange Flower
Base notes: Tonka Bean, Cocoa & Vanilla.
Price: 76 SGD (30ml)
Eclat retails exclusively at Tangs and is also available through SIX's webshop
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