Shocking

Shocking by Schiaparelli, launched in 1937 and composed by Jean Carles, is a landmark Oriental Floral that opens with a sharp, aromatic blend of tarragon, aldehydes, and bergamot. The heart unfolds into a rich, honeyed bouquet of white honey, narcissus, jasmine, rose, and ylang-ylang, creating a lush, almost decadent floral core. As it dries down, the base reveals a deeply animalic and musky foundation of civetta, musk, sandalwood, amber, clove, and patchouli, leaving a lasting, powdery, and sensual trail.

This fragrance is a piece of history, embodying the bold, surreal spirit of Elsa Schiaparelli. Its complex, musky-animalic character makes it a sought-after gem for collectors of vintage orientals. It suits those who appreciate rich, powdery, and animalic scents with a honeyed floral heart. Ideal for evening wear or special occasions, Shocking is not for the faint of heart but for the connoisseur who revels in the opulent and daring perfumery of the past.

Schiaparelli 的 Shocking 於1937年推出，由 Jean Carles 調製，屬東方花香調。前調以龍蒿、醛和佛手柑展開，尖銳而芳香；中調是白蜂蜜、水仙、茉莉、玫瑰和依蘭依蘭的濃郁花香，甜蜜而豐盈；基調則以麝貓香、麝香、檀香、琥珀、丁香和廣藿香收結，動物感與粉質交織，留下性感而持久的餘韻。

這款香水是歷史瑰寶，適合追求復古東方調的收藏家。其麝香與動物感濃烈，最適合晚間或特殊場合使用，展現奢華大膽的舊時代風華。