Oh my gosh! In 2016, Mayhoola Investments acquired Balmain for a figure reported as close to €500 million ($548 million). She was imperious, generous, opinionated, and never married but spent the last thirty years of her life shacked up with a tennis pro. The fragrance was so successful that Balmain named a line of designs after it. Posted by Angela on 20 July 2009 85 Comments. Parfumo is the place for all fragrance enthusiasts.Discover new perfumes for women and men, organize your collection, connect with others and much more! Aujourd'hui, encore, cette image et ces deux mots « Jolie Madame » … It currently operates 16 monobrand stores, including locations in New York City, London, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, and in Milan's Via Montenapoleone.. Jolie Madame is a classic scent from the French luxury fashion house Balmain.It was signed by Germaine Cellier who was also responsible for other memorable fragrances from the brand, such as the original Vent Vert and the original Monsieur Balmain. In some ways the combination strikes me as rather odd, but that is probably also why I like it! It shifts subtly through a bright opening and delicate violets supported by sun-ripened spring flowers, and soon you find yourself breathing soft, full leather fluffed with sandalwood and marveling at how smooth the ride was. See 64 member reviews and photos. Sigh. It was better the second, and my vintage-loving friend tells me all it’s notes are intact, so I’m keeping it with the hopes of growing into it. They do bring it back eve…, "Juliette Has a Gun Gets Minority Backing" (wwd via aol), "Rare and infamously stinky 'corpse flower' to bloom in Dunedin, crowds expected" (tvnz). Subscribe to followup comments via email. It seems like there used to be a lot of more appreciation for more baroque creations–but even Cellier was more pared down than some. I fell in love at first sniff! Hi Angela. Jolie Madame (Parfum) is a perfume by Balmain for women and was released in 1953. I should really try Jolie Madame and I still need to try Bandit. I should really get on that.” Our noses are very, very similar, and I got very nearly what you got as the Big Three notes: green violet, jonquil and suede, in my case. And yes, I salute Germaine Cellier. The longevity is above-average. J'ai testé 3 parfums ce jour, voici mes commentaires sur le premier. Her Razala is made from real ambergris — yep, from real whales — and has to be sniffed to be believed. Who knew Jolie Madame was so tempting? Oh, now I truly want to try it, even if it’s one I might need to reapply. I think all of Cellier’s fragrances are worth trying. This may be because it isn't as raunchy as Bandit or as flamboyant as Fracas. It’s beautiful fresh, crisp flowers, with a hint of my leather attache’ case somewhere in the background, really striking. I haven't chosen all the guests yet, but I'm tentatively down for Dolly Parton, M. F. K. Fisher, Jimmy and Roslyn Carter, Charlie Chaplin — and perfumer Germaine Cellier. The dazzling shimmer of the green floral notes has a lighthearted character, however as soon as one is ready to see a smile of its dewy heart, the veil of leathery smokiness falls darkening the gentle features. Jolie Madame By Balmain Discount. (Of course, I loved it. Click & Collect. Eau De Toilette Spray 3.4 Oz. This is what art is: a movie to make one shed tears, a picture, a book with an atmosphere to sink in, a poem to make you feel in love even if there is no particular subject deserving it… That and it’s so much more expensive now. 20 résultats trouvés pour Jolie Madame (Pierre Balmain). Jolie Madame kicks keister without the victim fully being aware of what’s going on. Ce fut donc tout naturel que l'un des parfums fétiche de la maison porte ce même nom de Jolie Madame. She lived in Montparnasse, modeled for André Derain, and was friends with Jean Cocteau. How nice to know that the current version hasn’t been reformulated into unrecognizability. Some exquisite leathers manage to be totally appropriate for daytime wear, and I love them for their ability to be sensible and commanding all at once. There’s a Jacques Cousteau and a Jean Cousteau (Jean’s son). You made me remember how much I ADORE JM, and wouldn’t you know it: a woman in Ontario was selling a vintage BNIB, cellophane still on, 1.7 edt for under $20!! But a perfumista can dream right? It … at Amazon.com. I’ll have to get a mini someday. This is one of her creations I still have not smelled. Released in 1953, it falls under the category of leather fragrances. Too spendy for me at present…. While traveling, left it out on the bathroom vanity and this time it just “disappeared”! I saw your post yesterday and thought about the wonderful coincidence of so much Cellier in the air yesterday. I think Cellier sounds marvelous, although I would have probably been afraid of her in real life. I’d love to smell the original Vent Vert, and last years Ambre Gris by Balmain sounds like it could potentially be interesting. I liked that part, too! I did try a couple of greens from Ayala — darned if I can remember their names — and one was lemony and green and reminded me of Edmond Roudnitska’s Diorella in edt. I tried the vial again and the magic worked! The fragrance was so successful that Balmain named a line of designs after it. It was signed by Germaine Cellier who was also responsible for other memorable fragrances from the brand, such as the original Vent Vert and the original Monsieur Balmain. The new Vent Vert doesn’t hold a candle to the vintage, Angela? Miss Balmain is loud, intense and leave a frankincense note. >___<. Pierre Balmain sort en 1952 une collection de prêt- à-porter intitulé "Jolie Madame". Ms. Cellier, on the other hand, sounds like someone I’d love to read about, but would be far too timid to meet. I think the final price was over 450! At the time, it was used on the floor of the Balmain boutique that opened in New York in autumn 1970 on the emblematic Madison Avenue, as well as the historic 44 Rue François I boutique in Paris, which was redecorated in the summer of 1971 with a brown and beige version of the monogram. For 75 years, Balmain has consistently turned to singular craftsmanship and impeccable tailoring to create a unique and recognizable silhouette. Hi Angela, Dill? Wonderful review indeed, dear Angela, it fixes my mood in a day that wasn’t promising any good today. Enjoy your Jolie Madame–it sounds like it suits you. Just goes to show once again how powerful perfume can be. A lovely post – thanks for the “film short” to give us a picture of JM! at Amazon.com. De la famille des parfums floral-orientaux. I saw the post at Perfume Posse and thought the same thing–Cellier must be floating around us now. I shall try again, hoping …. Good move! Usually, when I have traced Jolie Madame to the wearer, she invariably winds up being the most interesting, mysterious and complex woman in the room. So my urge to try JM was quite diminishing… when a dear friend also in love with Bandit and Cabi sent me a vial! It’s still better than nothing, though. I’m sooooo confused I think it must be parfum – I opened the bottle just to sniff, and a single drop fell onto my shirt (dang!) Jacques Cocteau? Jean is Jacques’ son, I mean to say. I was wearing this over the weekend! This scent sounds divine, and I love your description of Germaine Cellier – she sounds like someone who should have lived to be 100, like Beatrice Wood. She’s also sending me a BNIB seventies Magie Noire, Je Reviens and Tamango for lovely, lovely prices because she knows I’m an impoverished pink collar worker. I figure Dolly would be gracious and entertaining, and the Carters would be good mixers–plus it never hurts to have a Nobel laureate at the table. The genius, and what has made them so enduring, was in how all of those materials were put together. The Posse crew is always chatting about this, so it’s been on my radar for awhile. (Do you write ANY other kind? It worked so much for the particular moment that a tear humidified my front window and a gentle violet hand in a leather glove clutched my throat. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Free shipping. VINTAGE RARE PIERRE BALMAIN JOLIE MADAME EAU DE TOILETTE 200 ML 7 OZ NEVER USED. The new version has a clunkier transmission. Jolie Madame (Eau de Toilette) is a popular perfume by Balmain for women and was released in 1953. I first fell in love with JM when I read the following post of a guy in the Perf.emporium opinion section (allow me to cite him): — Avis. I’ll join you!). Great review, Angela. Meeting Balmain Jolie Madame for the first time is an encounter that leaves one intrigued by the unpredictable personality of this beautiful stranger. I try to adjust Accueil > Balmain > Jolie Madame Eau de toilette 100 ml - Balmain . £40.00. 5 1. Paris. Eau De Toilette Spray 3.4 Oz. You’re thinking of the marine biologist, Jean Cousteau. Jolie Madame symbolisera le style Balmain. Rare Balmain X H&M Limited Edition Perfume 100ml Eau De Parfum. That would clear any room in record time. I will have to do more research. . Lancé par la marque Pierre Balmain en 1953, JOLIE MADAME est classé comme un parfum raffiné, oriental, parfum boisé. Get Up To 30% Disocunt on Sale Items. Ce parfum féminin est composé d’un mélange de bois classiques, avec des touches de fumée de mousse. I want to go to this party! Ensuite ça sent très bon, une odeur de banane domine, et se transforme en quelque chose de très capiteux, oriental, un peu comme une ambiance telle que je l'imagine dans "les mille et une nuits". Plus the price cannot be beat …, The new Vent Vert doesn’t hold a candle to the vintage, unfortunately. It commands respect simply by existing, and wears so beautifully on me, anyway. Its top notes are all about cool, smooth leather and the silvery sheen of violet leaf for me. I would love to go back in time and smell the original formulation of Vent Vert … Madame Jolie is wonderful and it’s great to know that it still smells like “itself” when compared with vintage. £25.00. I also really like Miss Balmain, also by Cellier I think. See 64 member reviews and photos. Makes you wonder who she was smiling that I’ll-tolerate-you-and-your-camera-for-exactly-one-more-minute smile at…. I’m not so sure that today’s minimalist formulas with their pared down molecules will be as appreciated in 50 or 60 years as today’s vintages are. Pierre Balmain Jolie Madame Eau de Toilette Edt 7ml 0,23 Fl. Robin, if you enjoy Ayala, and have already enjoyed your helpings of floral and ambergris from her offerings, try some of her greens. She studied chemistry and during World War II worked for Colgate Palmolive scenting soap. Suddenly the image from the fore-cited review came up to my mind, maybe because of the teacher part and the nostalgia wrapped around this perfume. Vintage Jolie Madame Balmain Perfume New. Well, then I’d love to meet you! It might be rough in 100 degree weather, though. I’ve noticed that the formulas for many of the great classics sound like everything and the kitchen sink. and he was like “o__O didn’t know you liked fish that much…” The vintage must be The Bomb, because I tried the ’99 edition and it blew my slippers off! Sounds like this might be a good one to test! Copyright © 2005-2021 Now Smell This. With his talent, he remained loyal to the essence of Pierre Balmain’s “Jolie Madame” couture. The character of the fragrance, according to your description, reminds me a lot of Narcisse Noir, another of my favorites. Perfume for Life: How Long Will Your Fragrance Collection Last? Then.. one lonely warm night. Thank you friend, I now rest calm that this one is now scratched from the list and not for me. $28.35. In 1953, Cellier created Jolie Madame for Pierre Balmain. It’s one of my favorites and is like the fragrance equivalent of a couture gown or frilly pink powder puff. I recently tried the new Vent Vert and was sadly underwhelmed, but that’s obviously not the fault of Cellier, who sounds like a heck of a dame. Think about the genius behind this combination. 19 isn’t the same as the old stuff. Ce fut donc tout naturel que l'un des parfums fétiche de la maison porte ce même nom de Jolie Madame. Jolie Madame is more of a friendly, day time fragrance than Narcisse Noir, I think. $200.00. Meeting Balmain Jolie Madame for the first time is an encounter that leaves one intrigued by the unpredictable personality of this beautiful stranger. The scent is floral-leathery. Couldn’t find it after that, but I loved it while I had it. is one of those distinct scents from the past that I can always pick out in a crowd of people, whether it be at a night club, a benefit, or the theater. But Jolie Madame is good in an air-conditioned office, in my opinion. I might be doing laundry, trying to convince my toddler to keep his diaper and clothes on, or cooking dinner, but damn it, I’m doing it in style. With all four leaves in my dining room table I can seat twelve people. Oz. I’m going to go back to worrying about perfume and stop worrying about similar names, I think >____>. Vent Vert is fabulous. For the curious, I found a picture of her here: http://phine.chez.com/Parfum/compositeur.jpg. Named Jolie Madame, the couturier defined it as “the perfume of adventure for evenings of passion and enchantment.” In reality, the Jolie Madame scent captures the fantastic spirit and ambiance of Parisian nights in those days. Balmain Jolie Madame: rated 4 out of 5 on MakeupAlley. "Jolie Madame" de Balmain Dès le départ, un coup de frais ! Tweed suits, stockings, heels, and pearls seem to go hand-in-hand with this fragrance, however, a gamine-like woman in a leather jacket wearing pearls could also pull off wearing this classic. But my brother opened a savings account and I referred him to the bank so now I get $25 that can go towards a sample of Bandit. Really, though, Jolie Madame smells like sharp green leaves, violets, and leather. I love it. Fracas sounds perfect for today! Besides firmly knowing who Jean Cocteau is (and being a big fan, especially, of his movies), I had linked to his entry on wikipedia. Thanks for sharing. In 1953, Cellier created Jolie Madame for Pierre Balmain. Vent Vert in its vintage form is pretty great–I really love the sample you sent, thank you. Here's our privacy policy, and a handy emoticon chart. Thanks to you jogging my memory, I am that bottle’s proud new mama! (Is that a word? Get your rotten tomatoes ready…. We were just discussing “kick your keister” frags last week, and that’s something I definitely need to keep at hand in my desk these days. Right Arm: Balmain Jolie Madame Jolie Madame Notes: gardenia, artemisia, bergamot, coriander, neroli, jasmine, tuberose, rose, jonquil, orris, patchouli, oakmoss, vetiver, musk, castoreum, leather, civet (from Bois de Jasmine) First thought in my mind--these two do not smell like the same fragrance AT ALL. Later on the delicate, perfectly blended florals, spice and just a drop of juicy citrus kick in, and it's pure heaven from then on - powdery, cool, silvery-green and with a beautiful light sillage. This may be because it isn't as raunchy as Bandit or as flamboyant as Fracas. The vintage is really wonderful–crisp, fresh, sparkly, and feminine. She would’ve eaten his lunch in 32seconds!LOL! I know! Il est recommandé pour des vètements décontractés. Ensuite ça sent très bon, une odeur de banane domine, et se transforme en quelque chose de très capiteux, oriental, un peu comme une ambiance telle que je l'imagine dans "les mille et une nuits". Have you ever played the game where you compose a dinner party of any guests that you want? Thanks for the tip, SS. Good, perhaps, served with eggs, but not on skin. In 1949, Balmain also launched their first perfume. Yet somehow these disparate elements feel made for each other, a surprising and memorable combination — just as I imagine Cellier was. Today I tried the talked about Jolie Madame and Miss Balmain. I’d like to try the modern version, since it’s so easily available online… may have to break down and buy unsniffed! Oh gosh, you definitely need to smell it. How I’d love to be a tall, thin Parisienne with an unerring sense of style and a dirty mouth! The first time I tried Jolie Madame (vintage EdT) on my skin, I found it to be the perfect match to Dior Fahrenheit. She used a lot of pre-made bases in her compositions. £5.40 postage. 0 bids. Between 1993 and July 2002, Oscar de la Renta took over as the brand’s creative director. I guess some Balmains will have to go on The List. A 100 ml bottle of Balmain Jolie Madame Eau de Toilette is easy to find at discounters for a good price. Haven’t tried any of the Balmains yet but they’ve just moved up the list so I can experience Mme Cellier. All my items are from estate sales and I have no way of knowing if the owners smoked, drank, had pets or whatever. Germaine Cellier is the nose behind an astonishing list of list of fragrances, including one of my favorites, Balmain Jolie Madame. And get out of those sweats right now! I love the fauves!). How come when I cuss it doesn’t sound charming? But I do like the new Jolie Madame just fine–although the vintage is so nice, too…. Get the best deals on Jolie Madame by Pierre Balmain Perfumes for Women when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. That’s a terrific price, congratulations. (NB: I smiled at reading that Cellier modeled for André Derain; that’s the painter of my gravatar. Speaking of Love, I love women like Mme Cellier; actually, I’m very much like her (minus the talent, beauty and elegance:-), much to the dismay of my family and friends:-p. My ex-husband/studio manager used to say that living with me was like living with Picasso! Made my foggy cold Monday brighter. I haven't tried Bandit because I typically only get samples from Aedes and Luckyscent. I honestly didn’t know it was a violet prominent scent. It’s so easy to see Jolie Madame as a real person–someone you’d like to know. That its genius, I think. Its notes are Pink pepper (natch! Description et spécifications montre Balmain Jolie Madame Eccentric Chrono B5571.32.82, Femme, Suisse (Suisse) She must have charged up a room when she entered. She transposes Fauvism and abstract art into perfumerie.". .and hoooo-eeee, that civet!! The production was apparently discontinued. You still haven’t tried Bandit? Balmain Jolie Madame Vintage Pure Parfum/Perfume Micro Mini Full. Thank you for writing such a lovely piece. Dolly Parton AND Germaine Cellier? I like that the sillage is close to the skin. Dispatched with Royal Mail 2nd Class. She’s a sweetheart, and has a fascinating collection of natural fragrances. But they’re both wonderful. These talks are not like with everyday friends – what today, what yesterday? Wonder what he would’ve made of La Cellier? I have a friend who wears Ambre Gris, and it’s warm and a little spicy on her. As Mongin wrote (and this is my translation of her French — francophones would do better to read the original article): "Germaine Cellier composes in perfume without constraint, without prejudice, with genius, in the manner of a painter...Her creations are daring, straightforward, a little brutal. Nice, but know what version you're getting with this one. I like to think of it as speaking softly but carrying a big stick…when you pay attention, you realize how beautiful and intelligent it is. Perfect anytime. I really think that this should be the main quality of a fragrance: emotion. Son succès fût à ce point immense qu'il devint la devise de l'entreprise et donna, des années durant, son nom aux collections de couture. That sounds awful! I couldn’t hack it the first time I tried it. Bottle. Just snagged a teeny micro-mini vintage bottle a few days ago on the ‘bay, and it is lovely. L'intemporalité de Monsieur Balmain ... 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Il … That’s probably true with trying to recreate many of the older fragrances. Jolie Madame never held the same iconic status as many of its fifties counterparts, especially here in the US. Catégories ... Basé sur 30379 avis Jolie Madame Eau de toilette 100 ml - Balmain ... " Jolie Madame c’est un hommage à la femme dans toute la splendeur de son charme, de son expérience, de son appétit de la vie. Aussi, c'est à compter de ce jour qu'il fit véritablement parler de lui. Unfortunately, Jolie Madame is so week that I had to sniff many times. VINTAGE Balmain VENT VERT 85ml EDT Spray, USED. Jolie Madame's notes include gardenia, artemisia, bergamot, coriander, neroli, jasmine, tuberose, rose, jonquil, orris, patchouli, oakmoss, vetiver, musk, castoreum, leather, and civet. I keep meaning to try JM, so thank you for reminding me of it with yet another enticing review… Bandit is my butt-kicking perfume of choice, but I wouldn’t mind another to add to my repertoire. Jolie Madame,, even new and reformulated, is excellent. Bientôt, la Jolie Madame de Balmain s’élabore comme une femme active et quelque peu insolente… Entre 1993 et Juillet 2002, c’est Oscar de la Renta qui prend la direction artistique de la maison et, avec le talent qu’on lui connaît, reste fidèle à l’essence de la couture Jolie Madame de Pierre Balmain… Forgotten for months… Jolie Madame by Balmain (1953) Jolie Madame has a leather base which assures, as Cellier fragrances do, that even if it's sweet like candy, there is still a tough gal you're dealing with under her perfectly fitted dress suit. She had that pre-Beatles, ladylike demeanor about her & the Jolie Madame really ehanced her personality. Excellent condition, only removed from box to take the photos.. Collectible, original vintage Jolie Madame. Smells like party of BAD cleaning product and an old perfume forgotten for 20 years in a sunny corner full of dust. Perfume bottle is approximately 3 1/2 Tall X 1 1/4 wide. Rare PIERRE BALMAIN JOLIE MADAME Eau de Toilette Spray Atomiseur 48ml Paris. Yum. I loved Jolie Madame back in the 60’s and 70’s, but had a hard time holding on to it! But still, you’d think that for $100+ a bottle the perfume should be pretty great…, That photo! Aujourd'hui, encore, cette image et ces deux mots « Jolie Madame » … De la famille des parfums floral-orientaux. Doesn’t she sound great? They both wear close to the skin and don't last much longer than four hours. Wonderful review of the Balmain fragrances and Germaine Cellier, Angela. It opens with a green as bright as a galbanum and hyacinth cocktail then abruptly turns crisp violet and leather. Angela, your reviews always make me sorry I’m not sitting here in vintage couture (as opposed to sweats, still, in July) and some fabulous vintage fragrance with a perfect shade of red lipstick on. JOLIE MADAME by Pierre Balmain -100ml - Lancé par la maison de conception de Pierre Balmain en 1953, Jolie Madame est classé comme un pointu, oriental, parfum boisé. I first smelled it on a music teacher in high school in the 60’s. She’s at http://www.ayalamoriel.com. Jolie Madame is Bandit’s elegant older sister, but you can tell they share the same parents. The production was apparently discontinued. In French, for extra credit we could write a little bio for some French person (in French) and I was asking my friend who I should do and he recommended “Jean Cousteau” and I said “I haven’t seen any of his movies yet, but there are a few that I really want to see.