Hermes Kelly Caleche

...from a handbag created by Hermes in the late 1960's and was famously used by Grace Kelly to cover up a pregnant belly in a photo shoot and was thus known as the Kelly bag. Caleche is a reference to an original fragrance by Hermes which has formerly been a success with the uber chic. The Hermes house perfumer, Jean Claude Ellena, has said that the leathery note is a reference to the origins of the house which sold expensive equine equipment. There ...
...be another icon in the Hermes luxury dynasty. I recommend this perfume, but it does have a very personal touch and seems to be specific to certain personalities. This is not simply a day or night perfume, this is in fact a signature fragrance to define your ultimate smell.

Prices:
50-ml. eau de toilette spray for £44.50
100-ml. eau de toilette spray for £62.50
200-ml. body lotion for £32.50
200-ml. bath ... more

Mesmerizing and Alluring! Full bodied and addictive! Hermes' Kelly Caleche fragrance is, to say the least, a captivating scent. It is unforgettable and unmistakable. Every demand of the consumer is generously attended to in this luxurious perfume.

The composition of this perfume is mimosa, narcissus, iris, lily of the valley, climbing rose, tuberose, and leather. The instantly recognizable notes are floral, but with a bit of a citrus presence. It is actually a rather shocking first encounter which surprises one as it comes from a very delicate pink container. The first notes are rather strong. This smell only lasts shortly is substituted by an array of essences contrasting sweet and strong. It pays to experience the fragrance in full as notes seem to appear and then shortly vanish. The leather is subtle but still noticeable and seems to slowly appear. After a few hours, the leather scent settles on your skin in a way that is nothing but fresh. The overall smell reminds me of an elegant lady who hides a daring spirit and strong personality behind a very proper sense of style. This is definitely the essence for everyone with a rebellious spirit yet refined. The complexity of the notes and the perfect harmonious order in which they appear is remarkable.

As for the name of the perfume, it is completely coherent with the glamour it oozes. Kelly is derived from a handbag created by Hermes in the late 1960's and was famously used by Grace Kelly to cover up a pregnant belly in a photo shoot and was thus known as the Kelly bag. Caleche is a reference to an original fragrance by Hermes which has formerly been a success with the uber chic. The Hermes house perfumer, Jean Claude Ellena, has said that the leathery note is a reference to the origins of the house which sold expensive equine equipment. There may also have been influences directly from books that inspired the public relations campaign which includes a sensual depiction of a model walking and holding a whip.

The bottle design is smart. Instead of having the traditional cap and bottle model, this flask has a twisting version which prevents leakages in luggage (another HUGE advantage). The perfume is light pink which contrasts with the brown details of the bottle. Again, this combination demonstrates the clash of rebellious with the proper which is seen in the essence. Kelly Caleche is certainly not just another perfume to come and go through department stores. I honestly believe this to be a unique fragrance that will be another icon in the Hermes luxury dynasty. I recommend this perfume, but it does have a very personal touch and seems to be specific to certain personalities. This is not simply a day or night perfume, this is in fact a signature fragrance to define your ultimate smell.

Prices:
50-ml. eau de toilette spray for £44.50
100-ml. eau de toilette spray for £62.50
200-ml. body lotion for £32.50
200-ml. bath and shower gel for £27.50
100-ml. spray deodorant for £26.50

The prices are excellent for the quality of the product. 

...less