Happy New Year

I only wish I was in Paris but Maldon in Central Victoria will have to do, for some very hard earned R & R after an amazing trading period in December.

Over the last few months I have been searching for new products and I am pleased to say that there will be some fabulous new brands to launch in the newly refurbished Peony at the end of January. So watch this space.

I look forward to welcoming you into our new 'Salon' soon.

Wishing you all a wonderful New Year.

Heeley Parfums Paris

This amazing perfume range has just arrived in time for Christmas. One of my personal favourites, the Heeley range of perfumes are simply divine. I met with James Heeley at the Pitti Imagine fragrance fair in Florence and was immediately impressed with his passion for perfume.

Heeley Eau de Parfum, is characteristically elegant and natural. Made in France from a selection of rare ingredients of the finest quality, it is a contemporary version of the traditional Eau de Parfum.

The unique and distinctive scents within the collection are characterised by fresh, green, woody or light floral tones. Suitable for both men and women, the choice of scent is best left to the individual.

The fragrance range includes all our favourites: Ophelia, Cardinal, Cuir Pleine Fleur, Esprit du Tigre, Figuier, Iris de Nuit, Menthe Fraiche, Verveine and the latest offering Orange and Lemons say the bells of St Clements!!

We hope to see you in store for a glass of bubbly and the opportunity to show you these amazing fragrances.......

Amouage Memoir

We received the latest instalment from Amouage today - the most delicious Chypre (Mossy Wood) fragrance for men and women - Memoir. It is described as a shadowy, mystical Chypre that takes the Absinth top notes of Memoir Man and infuses them with the spices of Pink Pepper and Cardamon. The heart notes artfully clash Dark Wood and Frankincense with White Blossoms, Jasmine and Rose. Whilst Labdanum, Leather, Musk and Oakmoss in the base provide a smoky, uncompromising conclusion to the fragrance.

I truly love this fragrance range - they understand luxury and the beautiful black bottle is stunning.

We have Memoir women and man available in a 50ml Eau de Parfum.

Mizensir Candles

So exciting! my new candles and room sprays arrived today from the bespoke company Mizensir in Geneva, Switzerland. Created by Alberto Morillas, 'Master Perfumeur' and winner of the Francois Coty award for the best perfume artist in 2003, Mizensir is still a family run business and one of the very few 'Ateliers' to still make all it's products by hand. A rarity in these times of mass produced products.

Everything about this company is a symbol of craftsmanship and a homage to luxury.

We have 14 beautifully perfumed candles to choose from and six room sprays. Candles are priced at $85 and $65 for the room sprays.

An Invitation .......

The Auburn Village is having it's first shopping night next Wednesday the 8th December from 5pm to 8pm. We would love you to join us for Champagne and Chocolates to discover our 2 newest arrivals - James Heeley Paris and Mizensir candles from Geneva.

Click on the image above to preview the invitation - please feel free to send to your friends and family.

We hope to see you next Wednesday.....

Joyeux Noel

I would have to say that Christmas is my favourite time of year in the store. We are all things French this year with our Red, White and Blue theme. I found these cute little Eiffel tower ornaments and the vintage French flag works in the background.

This image is of the smaller window with the crystal Eiffel tower, vintage French Flag and my huge vintage Louvre sign - which I was very happy to have found at a recent Antique Fair.

We are full to the brim with all our festive decorations which include beautiful mercury glass decorations of nutcrackers, acorns and owls. We have some hand blown jolly Santa's and the most divine glass eggs that open which you can put a special surprise in. Today we received a delivery of metal bell wreaths, so every time you open the door they jingle.

More festive posts to come with all our new goodies - so stay tuned..........

Puredistance Master Perfumes

We are incredibly excited to be able to showcase a very beautiful perfume by Puredistance - Master Perfumes.

A meeting between perfumeur Annie Buzantian and the founder of Puredistance Jan Ewoud Vos, realised a perfume Ms Buzantian had created for herself perfectly fit with the brief for Puredistance One. The fragrance is chic, beautiful and understated in it's elegance.

Puredistance One is a Floral with Crisp Green notes. The perfume opens with notes of bitter orange, tangerine blossom and blackcurrent buds. Heart notes are Jasmine, Magnolia, Mimosa and Rose. The base notes of vetiver, amber and white musk make this a truly memorable fragrance.

Peony's current window display showcases the beautiful paper flowers from the divine Noel Soloman of Fanciful Designs, the stunning jewels by Rodrigo Otazu and Puredistance One.

Puredistance One is a pure perfume made from a high concentration of perfume oil (32%) and is available as a 17.5ml perfume spray in a classic white gift box. Priced at $325.00.

A New Arrival

I am so excited to announce the arrival of Les Parfums Keiko Mecheri. A truly inspiring perfumer who understands the artistry in creating original fragrances.

White Petals is shown above - I have posted this image because it is my favourite at the moment - who could resist this delicious Soft Floral fragrance of Freesia, White Peony, Camellia, Iris, Muguet, Mai Rose, Sandalwood, Precious Woods and White Musk.

At the moment we have 10 fragrances in the collection (more to come) - Cuir Cordoba, Genie des Bois, Gourmandises, Loukoum, Mogador (stunning Rose fragrance), Myrrhe & Merveilles, Peau de Peche, Sanguine & White Petals. These perfumes come only in a 75ml Eau de Parfum and are priced at $269.00.

Lawrence Mynott Prints

Peony Melbourne introduces limited edition prints by the illustrator Lawrence Mynott. Mr Mynott was invited by Ramdane Touhami of Cire Trudon to illustrate it's latest catalogue. Lawrence Mynott is an English painter and has received both Gold and Silver awards from D&AD. His work has been exhibited at the Royal Society of Portrait Painters and the National Portrait Gallery in London.

This image above is the delightful interpretation of 'Roi Soleil' - the Sun King.

Ramdane Touhami (on the left) and Mr Lawrence Mynott at the recent soiree in Paris to launch the new catalogue and introduce the prints.

The window of Cire Trudon in Paris for the launch. Don't you love how they have displayed the candles.

Peony has images of Odalisque, Trianon, Dada, Empire (my favourite of Napoleon's wardrobe), Roi Soleil and Abd el Kadar. Prints are priced at $750 each.

Stunning Flowers

The world of blogging is amazing - just look at these delicious French paper flowers supplied to Peony by Fanciful Designs who I met through clicking away to find her beautiful site.

These gorgeous flowers are totally handmade by Noel and to me they represent my most favourite flowers - the Peony, the Rose and the Gardenia. They come in 4 sizes from Petite to Le Grande!!!

These little shoes are also made by Noel - aren't they divine - they would make the most gorgeous wedding favour/memento.

These beautiful flowers will be displayed shortly in our Wedding window - so watch this space!!