Master Perfumer Ralf Schwieger of Mane has been the nose behind all of the successful Barney’s New York Exclusive Limited Edition Perfumes which partner with fashion and jewelry designers, including L’Wren Scott (2012), Greg Lauren (2013) and Irene Neuwirth (2014). For Fall 2014, the retailer debuts Maiyet X Barneys New York, a collaboration with Maiyet, the Manhattan-based design house that supports niche artisans in Kenya, India, Peru and Colombia, established by former human rights lawyer Paul van Zyl and co-founder Kristy Caylor. Featuring notes of Namibian myrrh, Indian sandalwood and jasmine, Indonesian patchouli, and Italian bergamot, the scent is composed with ingredients from exotic locations and is homage to the Maiyet woman. The sweet and nutty hints of Namibian myrrh were harvested in partnership with Mane’s Kustha Project, an organization promoting economic empowerment through fair trade and labor.
Maiyet X Barneys New York is available online and in store 100ml/$195.00
Source Barneys New York
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