New Perfume Review: Nanne Bailey Mi2 (Nanne Bailey) 2017 + Message in A Bottle Draw

Detail, Virgin of The Rocks, 1508 de Vinci

The divine adornment of humanity. The qualities of your capacity to love, your spirituality, delicacy, radiance, sensitivity, creativity, charm, graciousness, gentleness, dignity and quiet strength. James E Faust

Nanne Bailey

Those of us who undertake explorations into sensorial delights, finding ourselves in the realms between worlds, the very essence of perfumery is to touch us in ways that are different to our everyday states, a leap out into the stretches of time and memory beyond the mundane.  German perfumer Nanne Bailey is a woman of absolute faith, following her beliefs in her love of fragrance and devotion to Angels. In the true fashion of belief, she appeared in my life by just sending some very powerful words at precisely the right moment.  Since then we have conversed quite a few times and I now explore her first creation avidly. The perfect introduction.

The Call of the Muse, Frydoon Rassouli©

As our conversations progressed I learnt that her absolute faith in the presence of Angels and passion for perfumery had led her to the creation of her own brand which was released at Esxence in Milan last month. It is an embodied Muse in a bottle, the fruition of a woman’s journey from her heart and the Muse whispering in her ears, directing her intentions into form. Mi2, created from the Heart, Intoxication of Purity. ' Inspires and invites to establish a reconnection and touchability between heaven and your heartland, to improve the world with human qualities.'-Nanne Bailey.

Compassion, Mariana Petro©

The Angels, Guardians unseen and those that keep us under their protection throughout our lives are prevalent the world over, as small children we are told that each one of us have a guardian Angel, a protector that has accompanied us since before birth, the one that presides over us as we sleep and through the dark night until dawn. Angels, Angelic beings are Universal, found in all cultures that in times dire need and distress they attend us.

Ave Maria, Danil Golovkin 2010

It is the presence of a the knowing inner voice that whispers guidance on our human journey. of nor striving or struggling with something alone, in the darkness that can pervade our lives at times yet it manifests in so many facets of existence.Not just presence of some invisible force beneficent in our direction, but in certain people we meet who exude a similar force of compassion and with a glance or a smile can lighten your day.Angels, perhaps in a guise more familiar than the Archetype.

William Blake Angel of Divine Presence

This Angelic expression surrounds us in all things that radiate Truth, Beauty and Goodness in natural phenomenon, in people, in place, in nature and in devotional practice,  inspiring in us the heart and soul qualities. Facets within this fragrance that demand us to be true without compromise to our humanity, to find that same clear expression. 'For Mercy has a human heart, Pity, a human face: and Love, the human form divine, And Peace, the human dress.' The Divine Image, William Blake

Over The Storm, Cindy Alger 2003 ©

Mi2 is total immersion from the moment it leaves the bottle and alights on the skin, Swathed in a protective envelopment, safe in our vulnerabilities, visceral in its beckoning. it has depth, descending through the layers of our lmmortal existence and yet it achieves this as subtley and silently as the brushing of a lovers lips on skin and it never waivers throughout its unfolding, there is a clear and sonorous holding of tone, as a note of pure perfection from the voice of a Diva. Richly refined, rarefied yet substantial. Just as the Archetypical Angels have been envisioned throughout time in various guises, gentle and adminstering, a softness from the Heavens and a sword wielders of justice and Truth, slicing through illusions.

The Hesperides – Ricciardo Meacci

'Hesperidic prelude' is how the opening top notes are described; it’s akin to breathing in with relief, alert, sun bright air of a morning kissed with blossoms of citrus flume, white and yielding, ozonic dew kissed leaves, herbal flowers and the earthy heat radiating from ancient stone walls as with lighter feet you are bidden to enter the walled orangery, a place of sanctuary from the world. Marble white statues and fountains play with water and light, beckoning you into retreat. Here you can rest a while to sit in Beauty, regain balance and sense of wonder, the steps back to your human self-imbued with divinity.

Fiery Floral 2010, Danil Golovkin

Resting back in this state, bright stars of jasmine spark into the heart notes, Rose and Sandalwood rise as a phoenix through the garden immersing me in a warmth and protection that flushes the skin with comfort as a traveler in the snows finding shelter by a roaring hearth. The glow manifest in heart as well as on flesh, sustenance to the Soul. This Rose is unique; I am not usually a fan of Rose fragrances unless they are distinctive. The Rose at its heart underpins everything; the scent of the Rose has often been present when the presence of Angels or those of Spirit are around us. Nanne writes, ”The rose, known as the queen of flowers, is also associated with a very special angel, the angel Barachiel! He is the angel of blessings and miracles!”

Roses Of Heliogabalus, detail 1888, Lawrence Alma- Tadema

Mi2’s base exudes slowly and with intention to unveil its foundations of sacred resins and musk, a religious experience to heighten and elevate the rose at the heart, as we must elevate our senses to discern that of beauty and worth in a modern world whilst retaining a sure footing. It is a journey back to ourselves, to compassion, love, peace, virtue and kindness by first finding it in ourselves and invited by the wearing of this creation to extend it outwards to others. A fragrance of the direct transmission of Love, born of authenticity.

Notes:Clove, Grapefruit, Cinnamon, Bergamot, Mandarin, Rose,Jasmine, Sandalwood, Musk,Amber, Incense, Benjoin, Vanilla

Samples gratefully received from Nanne Bailey,  opinions my own

Danu Seith-Fyr, Contributor

Co-Art Direction Danu and Michelyn

Thanks to the generosity of Nanne Bailey Parfums we have a 100ml bottle of Mi2 for 1 registered reader anywhere in the world.  To be eligible please leave a comment with what appeals to you about Mi2, where you live, and if you believe in angels. Draw closes 4/27/2017

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21 comments

  • GrandmaGaga says:

    Described as an ‘intoxication of Purity’, Mi2 appeals to me as a heavenly scent….we are usually enticed to be intoxicated with earthly substances that are less than good for us. I am not certain about Angels; my religion compels me to believe in them but whether they literally exist, I just don’t know…I hope I will one day know many things, for certain! I am in the US. Thank you for the chance!

  • Francesca Brice says:

    Those heart notes of jasmine, Rose and Sandalwood appeal to me, classics you can always rely on 🙂 The finale of, and I quote beacause I couldn’t say it better “It is a journey back to ourselves, to compassion, love, peace, virtue and kindness” leaves me the impression that there is a lot more than simply earthly ingredients in this fragrance. Do I believe in Angels..perhaps some days when it seems favorable but I love the evoqations that perfume performs…and Mi2 sounds like its come with a purpose and how could anyone resist that 🙂 I’m in NZ and true thanks for the extremely generous draw.

  • mrpeeck says:

    Yes, a fragrance that represents angelic rhema. A touch of fragrance from the other side of our reality. Rose, resins, lime, white floraland & spices… sound heavenly! I do believe in angelic guidance and protection for those who believe. Count me in the draw! I do live in the US. THANK YOU,

  • Christopher Hanlon Sydney says:

    Nanne Bailey’s Perfumes are not just a sensorial olfactory delite but are heavenly sent with the heart of a real angel. Her perfumes are devine and so too is Nanne Much Regard Christopher Hanlon

  • Iuno Feronia says:

    Lovely Review of a very beautiful sounding perfume. In the Review I liked the Image of rose and Sandalwood rising like a phoenix from the garden.

    Thanks for the draw, I live in the EU.

  • Timea says:

    Mi2 sounds really angelic from the review. I would very like to try it. Sometimes I believe in angels, sometimes I don’t. It’s depends on many things.
    Thank you for the draw. I live in Europe.

  • kaitracid says:

    That’s a poetic review and bits of it like air of a morning kissed with blossoms of citrus flume, earthy heat radiating from ancient stone walls, marble white statues and fountains play with water and light, bright stars of jasmine, glow manifest, the presence of Angles, a journey back to ourselves, to compassion, love, peace, virtue and kindness are making this something to try on.
    Thanks for the lovely review, I live in Europe.

  • Rustee46 says:

    The fragrance notes as they are layered really do sound heavenly and with the presence of spirits. As for angels, I had a major surgery nine years ago and suffered serious complications from which I wasn’t expected to survive. In a Catholic hospital, I woke with a nun praying over me, her hands on my arm. After that, I was able to get out of bed and felt some power helping hold me up. It was this experience that made angels and a higher power real for me. I live in the US.

  • NiceVULady says:

    “A total immersion from the moment it leaves the bottle and alights on the skin.” Who wouldn’t be intrigued by that? and want to try it? There are moments in my life when I have believed in angels. Thank you for the draw. I live in the USA

  • MariaA says:

    The perfume notes sound lovely and I’d love to try this new perfume . I believe in Angels and guardians in a greater sense and the aura that surrounds us. Thank you very much for the draw, I am in the UK

  • Loreta says:

    Very interesting combination of the notes. I love rose in fragrances and this one sounds really good to my nose. I believe in Angels but in God first! The bottle looks nice too. I love the presentation of the fragrances for me it counts 40%.
    I’m in the USA

  • ntabassum92 says:

    I love how the fragrance is described as a retreat or sanctuary. Something calm and relaxing, full of light. I love fragrances that bring peace. I am in the US. I do believe in angels. They bring me hope – I also believe in human angels – I have met a few.

  • jiminy says:

    I do not believe in angels, per se; but I believe there are people that carry a similar function. I do like the smells and aromas associated with the sacred (resins, incenses, etc), however, so Mi2 really appeals to me.

    Thanks for the draw. I am in the US.

  • Bryan Christopher says:

    MI2 appeals to me not because of angels and stuff but of the notes in it. As Danu describes it, I feel like I want to wear that so I’m entering. I’m in the US. I believe in angels, the winged ones and the ordinary persons that we can call angels. As there’s no harm in believing them (literary) while the human angels are sometimes not visible to us, but are ready to help when we need them.

    Have a nice day!

  • Amber says:

    I like the idea of transforming or translating unknown realms into a corporal essence that can be enjoyed by your bodily senses. I think most people have a bit of angel in them. It’s what prompts us to random acts of kindness. I’m in the US, many thanks for the draw.

  • psebi101 says:

    If this is how angels are smelling, i would like to find out too! Poetic review with beautiful notes. Thanks for the draw, I live in EU.

  • MichelleU says:

    Sounds like an interesting fragrance, beautifully described, I like the story behind it and the Angel inspiration, I sometimes believe in Angels….

    I am a reader from the EU. Thank you!

  • Greg Sh says:

    Love the citrus aspects of this one! Sounds like a very well made scent! I’m in Canada and thanks for the draw!

  • Hikmat Sher Afridi says:

    What an incredible read! I was of the feeling as I am an Angel. Yes I do believe in Angels. The fragrance description step by step is fascinating and the notes are appealing to me.
    Thanks to the generosity of Nanne Bailey Parfum and Cafleurebon for the opportunity.
    Peshawar, Pakistan

  • doveskylark says:

    As I read this lovely review, I kept thinking that I can be a guardian angel to someone. I can bring someone comfort.
    I do believe in angels. I like going through this often dark world knowing that an angel is protecting me. I must believe this when things get really dark.
    I live in the USA.

  • Raee says:

    Nice desciption. An angel and the phoneix all helped descibe the perfume beautifully.
    Would love to try this.

    In USA.