Bésame Cosmetics Decades of Fragrance - 1940

The result of six years of painstaking research, Bésame Cosmetics’ Decades of Fragrance collection evokes the ‘essence’ of the ages – from the playful decadence of the 1920s to the elegant sophistication of the ‘50s ‘new look’ – these scents are olfactory time capsules; chic (and convenient) vials of precious perfume that encourage you to channel the fabulous flappers, film’s femme fatales of the doe-eyed bombshells of the 1960s. Just choose the ‘spirit’ of your favourite age, or mix and match to suit your mood (and outfit).

Alluring, seductive and wonderfully transgressive, Bésame’s ‘1940’ opens with a boozey burst of bergamot, davana and cognac – think: underground New York jazz bar in its hazy, smoky glory – balanced by a floral, feminine heart of rose, clove and exotic labdanum. Resinous base notes of sandalwood, amber and benzoin then add to its mystique; creating a well-rounded scent that defies ‘neat’ categorisation. Meticulously researched and crafted from precious, essential oils and natural alcohol, this convenient rollerball can be carried in even the most compact clutch bag – perfect for on-the-go touch-ups.

Apply to pulse points whenever you need to enhance your allure.