Keiko Mecheri's Loukhoum was the first fragrance I bought back in 2003 when I was still a publicist for Luckyscent. I wore it not because a perfume critic or a blogger raved or ranted; I wore it because I loved it, because I said “ Ca Fleure Bon”.
Born in Atami, Japan and raised in Beverly Hills, Keiko Mecheri was introduced to paint and ink and piano at an early age. She went on to study Design and Art History at UCLA and after earning a degree, began to explore abstract painting. Her first piece was commissioned by none other than Sean Hepburn, son of the late legend Audrey Hepburn, and now a close friend. At the encouragement of the Hepburn family and seeking inspiration for her art, Keiko exiled herself to Europe, traveling far and wide until she found herself in Paris, in the heart of historic Montparnasse, headquarters of the pre-war French surrealists. What are her inspirations? Everything from POP Art to the culinary arts, medieval music to Japanes ikebana, ancient Zuni mythology to French Existentialism, the latest fashion trends to travel destinations.
The history of the datura plant is as captivating as Mecheri’s fragrance. The plant is indigenous to the New World and the flowers – which are used in this perfume – exude a beautiful, narcotic scent, especially at night. Spiritual master Carlos Castaneda learned about Datura from his mentor Don Juan. The wise old brujo was never too fond of the 'devil's weed', claiming its power as like that of a woman. "She is powerful, She distorts men.. She makes them weak in the middle of their great power."
What more can you ask for in a perfume?
You can read the notes, but what does it matter? Instead, think Bogey’s addiction to Bacall, and know your man may become slightly disoriented by the intoxicating scent of this perfume. You may need to remind him: "Just put your lips together and…blow."
Notes: white datura, Indian tuberose, heliotrope, bitter almond, tonka bean, vanilla madagascar
What is your scent favorite scent of addiction?