I have since been stock piling it every-time I see some on eBay, but what am I going to do when the world supply runs out November 11, 2014 at 1:30pm Reply, cindy: I love the older version of Ivoire and have just purchased a bottle on eBay…What is a reasonable shelf life? January 15, 2021 at 12:00pm, Nita in Why Bad Smells Are Important in Perfumery: I acquired a box of vintage ‘Nips’. I never thought I would like soapy florals but I couldn’t stop sniffing my wrists – another addictive autumn/winter scent. There are watermarks of the old Ivoire imprinted in the new, enough to satisfy this old campaigner. Even when I got the bottle there were merely drops left, but I still love having it. Il mesure environ 5-1/4 po hauteur X 2-1/2 large. Top notes are Galbanum, Violet Leaf and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are iris, Rose, Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang; base … If you have never worn Ivoire in the past, even better. IVOIREDE BALMAIN FLACON 100 ML LIVRE COMME SUR LA PHOTO SANS BOITE 402634981526 September 12, 2013 at 4:28am Reply, Jennifer C: I have a vintage travel spray-type bottle of Ivoire that was given to me in a sample exchange. I found Ivoire and being a newbie falling fast in love with oakmoss I bought Ivoire. Even when later I bought a bottle of new Eau de Toilette, I still was smitten with Ivoire’s fragrance of crushed green leaves and skin washed with jasmine soap. September 11, 2013 at 3:31pm Reply, Victoria: Those kinds of mementos are very precious. September 11, 2013 at 2:08pm Reply, leathermountain: Hear, hear! I just spotted the new one in a shop and enjoyed it very much. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. Balmain ivoire. Or not. It behaves on skin much better than on paper, true to the classical perfumes. FREE shipping, GAGGGdGGGG GGGbGGGGyG GGGGApothescaryScents, GAGGGdGGGG GGGbGGGGyG GGGGQueenEstherSecretsCo, €80.00 Thank you for this nostalgia trip and for inspiring me to seek out and test the updated Ivoire. Being a big lover of pearls & your reviews, I now own a bottle of Ivoire (2012 version). September 11, 2013 at 3:27pm Reply, solanace: I miss old Ma Griffe. Cest surtout complet (Voir photos). Just smelling it on a blotter was a treat. Yes! My mom is one of such lucky people, and she gets so many perfume compliments she has lost count of them. Thank you! March 21, 2015 at 7:28am Reply, Victoria: It depends on how it was preserved, so it’s a bit hard to say. I always look back on my life in perfumery with love. Unlike the much more majestic and aloof No 19, Ivoire had a cozy, comforting character. FREE shipping, €129.02 September 11, 2013 at 4:30pm Reply, Victoria: I loved “Out of Africa” too, and yes, Safari would fit Meryl Streep perfectly in that film. (What were they thinking of with that original bottle? September 12, 2013 at 4:22am Reply. September 12, 2013 at 4:47am Reply, solanace: I got some calendula CO2 extrait that is an amazing addition to my house made body oils. So, buyer beware! Qui plus est, si certains parfums ne durent qu’une saison, d’autres, en revanche, possèdent une longévité bien plus grande. September 11, 2013 at 10:03am Reply. Now, I teach the piano, which was always my other love as well. September 15, 2013 at 1:37pm Reply, solanace: Thank’s for this review, V! (I might leave them in my will to daughter!). I like the new version very much for the effervescence of its leafy notes and the elegance of its soft floral accents. I love browsing antique stores for treasures like old perfume bottles, fake pearl necklaces and copper cake molds, and while more often than not, I leave with nothing but dust on my fingers and clothes, occasionally I find a gem. I love the old Ivoire so much, I scour the net for it. Although Ivoire was not avant-garde–it was really too close to Chanel No 19 to be entirely new, it was impeccably crafted. I feel that even if you’re dressed very simply, trailing Ivoire or Ma Griffe is enough for that dose of glamour. Ivoire De Balmain Perfume by Pierre Balmain, Ivoire De Balmain is a chypre floral fragrance for women. Cette venue dune vente dimmobilier haut de gamme avec un grand terrain dautres parfums Français depuis les années 70 et 80. Pierre Balmain, un designer de mode français, icône dans son domaine, a créé son propre salon de couture à Paris en 1945. And it’s even sweeter to know that you got it as a bargain. September 11, 2013 at 7:18pm Reply, Victoria: I usually don’t like the soapiness either, but I think that you’re right, here the green and citrus notes lift it up. All quite nice, to my quick sniffs. Victoria: I wouldn’t recommend a blind buy, of course, since it’s a matter of personal chemistry. Though it is close to No 19, it still holds its own. She moved on from Ma Griffe, Rive Gauche and Fidji in the late 70s, also leaving Charlie behind, thank goodness. Looks like you already have an account! This is one of the reason I love talking about older scents, they have their own history and stories. September 11, 2013 at 5:59pm Reply, Victoria: I don’t like Ambre Gris all that much when I smelled it on paper, but I should return and sample it again, pref on skin. Victoria: In perfumery, both tagete and marigold essences are used. Shop by category ... BALMAIN IVOIRE EAU DE PARFUM 50 ML ANCIENNE VERSION NEUF RARE. Vtg Old Formula 100ml Ivoire De Balmain Eau de Toilette Splash, Ivoire Balmain Perfume, Ivoire Balmain EDT, French Perfume, Vintage Perfume, €94.05 Parfumeur : Sophie Labbé, IFF. I would also love to hear what you think. Ivoire de Balmain, like many classical fragrances, entered my wardrobe via a thrift shop find. Ivoire by Pierre Balmain is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women.Ivoire was launched in 2012. Ivoire De Balmain By Pierre Balmain For Women. Safe and secure online transactions and hassle-free returns. I find that some people have excellent skin for perfume all around, and whatever they wear smells great. November 30, 2015 at 7:59am Reply, Victoria: Enjoy it! I hope this note finds you well and happy, It can only be said that it deserves accolades. I'm a writer, journalist and professionally trained perfumer. It reminded me a little of the reformulated Miss Dior. Balmain Ivoire Eau de Parfum Vaporisateur 100ml: beaucoup de 16 verre clair vide bouteille de parfum de. I was working not long ago with someone suffering from the post-Covid anosmia, and they could detect scents that are typically the basenotes of a perfume. It’s beautiful juice in a beautiful bottle; it makes me happy. Best regards September 12, 2013 at 7:04am Reply, annemariec: Thanks Courant! Ce parfum So happy Patricia de Nicolai is not discontinuing Le Temps d’une Fete after all, because it has replaced it in my heart. The department store was dowsed with it. Darn! It makes me happy when there is good news at the end as I’ve just about given up on the hunt for vintage fragrances. The actors are fantastic, the story is great, and so are the costumes. It saves time but i’m bound to miss out on some intersting perfumes…). January 15, 2021 at 11:44am, Victoria in Why Bad Smells Are Important in Perfumery: That’s possible. 4.2 out of 5 stars 46. September 11, 2013 at 1:16pm Reply, Victoria: It’s very pretty! Is it widely distributed? You are right about the lovely new bottle, much nicer than the old. Ivoire de Balmain is a wonderful fruity floral fragrance for women, which contains top notes from aldehydes, asafetida, chamomile, violet, mandarin orange, … Ivoire (1980) is a perfume by Balmain for women and was released in 1980. We plant it amongst our herbs because its strong scent keeps pests away. It has elegant sillage and lasts five hours on my pale, dry skin. The scent is chypre-floral. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsy’s advertising platform to promote their items. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. September 11, 2013 at 12:57pm Reply, Patricia: My mother wore the vintage Ivoire, so I have a bottle of it in her memory, but don’t wear it. On the plus side, it’s often available for a very low price at discounters. And these two notes have different nuances, but they perform a similar function and give a beautiful green note. September 11, 2013 at 11:05am Reply, Victoria: I can just imagine how glamorous your mother must have been wearing those perfumes. On occasions, with the right weather, Ivoire would beat you around the head and clog your throat, but I do still remember it fondly. I’ve worn it since I started wearing adult scents. September 11, 2013 at 7:53am Reply, Cornelia Blimber: Sorry, noT find it. Ivoire was created by Michel Almairac and Jacques Flori. Women always ask me what the fragrance is when I wear Bottega Veneta which I also love. Cette belle bouteille de parfum splash Ivoire De Balmain EDT (Eau De Toilette) est complet dans un flacon de 100 ml (3 1/3 oz) avec la boîte dorigine. I didn’t think much of Ivoire until a few months ago when I spotted the new version at a perfume store. Love. Cette fragrance s’inspire de Miami et plus particulièrement du voyage d’Oliver Rousteing, directeur artistique de Balmain, à … X January 15, 2021 at 11:55am, Victoria in Why Bad Smells Are Important in Perfumery: And you like classical fragrances! I just enjoyed them following me in department stores to ask the question. BALMAIN IVOIRE - ANCIENNE VERSION - > EAU DE TOILETTE > VAPORISATEUR 100 ML > NEUF - CE PARFUM PROVIENT D'UN DÉSTOCKAGE DE PARFUMERIE - LA BOÎTE ÉTANT ABIMÉE, IL SERA LIVRÉ SANS CETTE DERNIÈRE ET SANS BOUCHON - TEL QUE LE MONTRE LA PHOTO > 100% AUTHENTIQUE. I also don’t have anything like this. I’ve never had a bad day with that one, my first grown up perfume bought way back in about 1983/4. September 11, 2013 at 9:51am Reply, Victoria: That tiny bottle of parfum I mentioned in the intro paragraph is all empty now, except for a few drops. You can change your preferences any time in your Privacy Settings. September 11, 2013 at 2:55pm Reply, Andy: I have a treasured little bottle of vintage Ivoire, though I’ve never tried the new version. Ivoire de Balmain, like many classical fragrances, entered my wardrobe via a thrift shop find.I love browsing antique stores for treasures like old perfume bottles, fake pearl necklaces and copper cake molds, and while more often than not, I leave with nothing but dust on my fingers and clothes, occasionally I find a gem. Son poids de verre et ses lignes pures reflètent l'élégance Balmain. In the US, it is at Bergdorf Goodman and possibly Neiman Marcus. September 11, 2013 at 7:19pm Reply. Unfortunately, Balmain did not maintain consistent quality over the years, and while you can still find vintage Ivoire easily on Ebay and discounters (look for the white capped bottle in the zebra striped box), some lots are very good and others are dismal. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. Learn more. Gotta try Ivoire. Plus, it’s so different. Skip to main content. How lucky you are to have experienced it! It smelled of creamy white soap bars, warm skin and white petals. 39,90 EUR. Classical perfumery doesn’t shy away from raunchy effects, which is what makes it both challenging and beguiling. I think it’s all the deep green that cuts through it. I never had the heart to tell them that perfume can smell very different on different people! September 11, 2013 at 3:28pm Reply, Victoria: Hmm, I don’t think that Ivoire would beat No 5 Eau Premiere for me. I’m not sure where Balmain retails in the US, but in Europe, it’s at most large perfume and department stores. On paper, it’s a bit sharp, but on skin it evolves beautifully. Thanks for bringing it to our attention and for the interesting review of the two. I also have a couple of bottle of perfume that belonged to my grandmother and great grandmother. The new Ivoire reads very bitter, thin and nagging on my skin. It contains many enticing scent notes blended together to create a powerful and unique perfume. Get fast delivery on genuine authentic deals. In Europe, it is at Le Galleries Lafayette and other big department stores. Not Sephora though. Afrkaantje looks like Marygold; i googled both and I have the impression that it is not the same flower. FREE shipping, €85.15 I’ll google Afrikaantje to see what it looks like. Anyway, water goes under the bridge. Don't subscribe Truly stunning, but how on earth will I ever use up the other bottles? Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. What a marvellous quandary! We usually dry them and use them in teas. FREE shipping. Balmain dépoussière un sublime chypré vert. Maybe, the marigold is still there (we know, of course, that the listings of notes are not that meaningful), but its spicy green apple nuance doesn’t stand out to me. Ivoire was her presence in the room and she rarely used anything else, but did have a soft spot for Chanel’s Allure when it arrived. Achat Parfum ivoire de balmain à prix discount. Parfum Ivoire De Balmain de Pierre Balmain à prix discount. 99 ($84.85/Fl Oz) FREE Shipping. Pour bénéficier d'un tarif très avantageux, n'hésitez pas à chercher le vendeur qui propose la livraison gratuite et celui qui permet de négocier le prix du produit Balmain Ivoire. With much love 4.0 out of 5 stars 79.   France   |   English (US)   |   € (EUR), remembering account, browser, and regional preferences, remembering privacy and security settings, personalized search, content, and recommendations, helping sellers understand their audience, showing relevant, targeted ads on and off Etsy, remember your login, general, and regional preferences, personalize content, search, recommendations, and offers, to ensure that sellers understand their audience and can provide relevant ads. *. The bad lots of Ivoire are truly unpleasant, and your description is spot on. Thanks for your thought provoking article. Cookies and similar technologies are used to improve your experience, to do things like: Without these technologies, things like personalized recommendations, your account preferences, or localisation may not work correctly. Description. Notes de fond : … :) I enjoyed the comments, they are very helpful. As someone who has worn Ivoire for many years, you know it really well. Balmain was one of the top French fashion houses, and Pierre Balmain was still at the helm. There’s not enough time in one life to use it all up. Ivoire de Balmain, un chef-d’œuvre remis au goût du jour. Hate it. Something to explore! Notify me of replies to my comments via e-mail. That’s almost tempting me into a blind buy. Un style très pointu et des volumes soignés sont la marque de fabrique de chez Balmain. I so enjoy all the comments as well as the posts – thanks again! As mentioned above, I especially love the bitter touches of marigold that accent the green notes, because it strikes me as quite unusual, at least compared to modern day perfumes I’ve tried. The vintage ad is one of my favorites. September 12, 2013 at 4:39am Reply, Courant: I am nearing sixty, familiar with the vintage version, and, determined not to be a dinosaur, I bought Ivoire 2012 with an open mind. Détails: parfum, ivoire, balmain, toilette, service, livraison, bouchon, bote Then you can appreciate this elegant, refined perfume that begs for a white string of pearls and a little black dress on its own terms. Still haven’t found that magic potion yet, but I’m looking… ;-D, The descriptions of both the vintage and new scents make the fragrance sound absolutely beautiful. July 7, 2014 at 2:11pm Reply, Isabel Nelson: I discovered Ivoire when I was 19 in the early 80s and just loved it and still do, although its my winter perfume because I find it too heavy in the Summer (La Perla takes over then). September 11, 2013 at 7:24am Reply, Victoria: I don’t smell the bitterness in the new version of Ivoire. Ivoire de Balmain (1979) includes notes of bergamot, mandarin, jasmine, neroli, galbanum, violet leaves, carnation, iris, jonquil, marigold, rose, ylang-ylang, nutmeg, raspberry, patchouli, sandalwood, vetiver, oakmoss, tonka bean, and vanilla. September 11, 2013 at 7:25pm Reply, Victoria: A few weeks ago, I saw minis on Ebay and samples of the new one, but I’m not sure if they’re still there. It doesn’t stop me flirting with others though. In order to give you the best experience, we use cookies and similar technologies for performance, analytics, personalization, advertising, and to help our site function. This is why I gave up on Ivoire at one point, because I couldn’t figure out which vintage was good. Find great deals on eBay for ivoire de balmain. The original I like better for its mossy and earthy notes, but I find it very aggressive. I couldn’t even bring myself up to open one of them, and it’s still sealed. Il sagit dune bouteille preowned vintage très rare des Balmain « Ebene » EDT Eau De Toillette hommes qui sent incroyable pour moi. Parfum Ivoire de balmain 100ml eau de toilette. The green leaves rustle gently in the top notes, but the core of the perfume was a glowing white accord of jasmine and sandalwood liberally doused in aldehydes. If you’ve worn Ivoire in the past, you will notice that today it had a major facelift. Original Price €88.99" There has been no marketing promotion of Ivoire so thank you Victoria for raising its profile. May 10, 2015 at 11:40am Reply, Helen Smith: The veteran bargain hunter here while learning along the way. Découvrez les offres de la catégorie Ivoire balmain 100 milliliters comme Loewe et Versace avec Prixmoinscher I did try an old version – probably one of the dismal once – and was not at all impressed by it. April 26, 2015 at 10:47am Reply, Julie: Dear Victoria, September 11, 2013 at 8:19am Reply, Victoria: Thank you, Andy! I’m glad you tried it and liked it so much. An elegant soft fragrance it is indeed. Imprudence Perfume Worth 2.5T 30% full Signed R. Lalique Launched 1938 Discontinued formulation Floral Fragrance Top Notes: Bergamot, Honeysuckle, Neroli, Lily of the Valley Middle Notes: Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rose, Lilac, Ylang-Ylang Base Notes: Amber, Civet, Cedar, Mysore Sandalwood, Vanilla, Musk Perfumer: Maurice Blanchet I just found some Balmain Amber Gris, but it was a blind buy and I’m not sure how it will be on my skin. Histoire. We offer free shipping over five or more items. The price alone was shockingly low. There was nothing its equal. balmain : ivoire, bon état, vide pour collectionneur. The finish of Ivoire was mossy and earthy, but still soft. I find these posts really useful- and of course you’ve inspired me to give ivoire some skin time! Thanks for the comparisons. I’m curious to try the new version. I replaced it with another one, but I still keep my first Ivoire out of nostalgia. Then I returned and bought three more bottles. Saying no will not stop you from seeing Etsy ads, but it may make them less relevant or more repetitive. I must find a UK/EU retailer that offers samples in order to make an informed decision! IVOIRE DE BALMAIN Eau De Toilette 100 Ml Ancienne Version Vintage - EUR 75,00. Eau De Toilette Spray 3.3 Oz. IVOIRE DE BALMAIN 3.3 oz / 100 ml EAU DE TOILETTE SPRAY NEW IN BOX SEALED - RARE Customers also viewed these products. I think it’s perfect for this time of the year. Balmain Eau D’ivoire 100ml Eau De Toilette, occas . I will start looking, but not at Bergdorf’s. September 12, 2013 at 4:36am Reply, Sally: Calendula cream is great for minor burns, cuts, scrapes. I never knew the old Ivoire, but this 2012 version sounds like something worth trying. I never got around to trying it until today. I purchased a gift for my mom and along with it came a this for myself. Definitely give Ivoire a try. Un classique twisté version Miami. Is it correct it has been discontinued? En tête le jasmin puissant et la violette tenace enveloppent et captivent.Le coeur voluptueux et charnel est un mélange subtil d'iris de Toscane, de rose de Turquie et de muguet.Enfin, le fond vert-boisé et ambré parle de nature puissante et séduisante où règnent le vétiver, la mousse de … As a Chanel 19 devotee, I feel compelled to buy the new Ivoire without even a testing. Ivoire definitely needs to be tested on skin first. You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. It was rather harsh and without a well defined base one might expect in a classic perfume. It sounds like something I’d like very much, especially since it now reads like more of a chypre . Thank you, Sally. Ivoire always had an elegance and depth that I never found in Chanel No. I adore Ivoire. September 12, 2013 at 5:18am Reply, Victoria: Not that widely right now. Samples used for review: extrait de parfum dating to 1979, Eau de Toilette 1980s, Eau de Toilette late 1990s-early 2000s, a sample from Galeries Lafayette of modern Ivoire, Cornelia Blimber: Marigold—could that be the slightly bitter note I perceive in (vintage) Ivoire I like so much? The new Ivoire is lovely and wearable, thank goodness! Ivoire de Balmain de Pierre Balmain est un parfum Chypré Floral pour femme.Ivoire de Balmain a été lancé en 1979. Want to know more? (15% off), €100.00 September 11, 2013 at 3:03pm Reply, Phyllis Iervello: I bought the original Ivoire in Paris when it first came out. I can see why the ad reminds you of it. But there is now a delicious green note, a flurry of orange blossom petals and a polished drydown of cedarwood and moss. September 11, 2013 at 3:13pm Reply, Domestic Goblin: I had Chanel No 5 Eau Premiere on my wishlist but after reading this review, am wondering whether to replace it with Ivoire de Balmain (2012). It’s frustrating to write the reviews where you extol the vintage and then break bad news about the reformulated version.