• Aedes De Venustus

    by  • 1 Nov ’07 • fragrances, New York, shopping • 8 Comments



    At the end of a quiet and curvy West Village street you will find an inviting haven for fragrance fans. Velvet drapes, floral arrangements and an oversized chandelier set the stage for Aedes de Venustas. An aromatic retreat whose devotees include Sarah Jessica Parker, Liv Tyler and Hugh Jackman. Aedes supplies high-end, hard-to-find perfumes, skin care, candles and home scents from around the world.

    One smell that I like in the winter months is Pierre Frapin Cellar Ambiance Spray. The fragrance was created by Béatrice Cointreau who grew up in her family’s estate in Grande Champagne, the most prestigious area in Cognac. As a tribute to her grandfather, Pierre Frapin, Béatrice created a scent that recreates the intimate feel of her childhood home – wood and leather with hints of honey, vanilla and walnuts.

    Fortunately you don’t have to live in New York to enjoy the wonderful offerings of Aedes. Most of their products are available online from their beautiful website. Unfortunately you do have to live in the United States…sigh…

    8 Responses to Aedes De Venustus

    1. dianamuse
      1 Nov ’07 at 2:05 pm

      “Set the stage” is certainly an apt term here. That window is gorgeous. And as for the delivery limitations: you’ll just have to plan another trip! :-D

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    2. The Peak of Chic
      1 Nov ’07 at 3:49 pm

      I agree- gorgeous window! Very inspiring :)

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    3. Anne
      1 Nov ’07 at 4:28 pm

      The ambiance spray sounds interesting, I’ll have to try and stop by Aedes!

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    4. ALL THE BEST
      1 Nov ’07 at 8:06 pm

      Yes, I need to plan another trip dianamuse!!

      Thanks Jennifer the store and window are just brimming with beautiful things!

      Anne, it is an interesting scent, maybe not everyone’s cup of tea, but I like it.

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    5. Katrina Lynn
      1 Nov ’07 at 11:23 pm

      I’m such a sucker for scents! So sad that I can’t smell these beautiful bottles over the internet. Looks like I will have to put it on my “to do in NY” list.

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    6. Suzy
      2 Nov ’07 at 4:25 am

      Wow, looks gorgeous. If you get desperate between trips back to the US, try http://www.shopanyamericanstore.com – I’ve used them before and their service is good. They let you do exactly as their website suggests, and ship to anywhere in the world. I’m loving it!

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    7. Paul Pincus
      20 Nov ’07 at 1:12 am

      This is my favourite store in NYC! They do the most beautiful gift wrapping over the holidays.

      Excellent blog.

      Cheers!

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    8. ALL THE BEST
      20 Nov ’07 at 3:54 am

      Thanks Paul!! Glad you stopped by my blog! All best!

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