Monday, February 17, 2014

Gardenia Sauvage by Ciro c1926

Gardenia Sauvage by Ciro: launched in 1929.  The name means "Wild Gardenia" in French. It was suggested to be worn with sports frocks and evening chiffons.


Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Chevalier de la Nuit by Ciro c1923

Le Chevalier de la Nuit (Knight of the Night) was launched in France in 1923 by Parfums Ciro. It was introduced to America in 1924 according to some newspaper articles of the day. Parfums Ciro was founded in 1921 in New York, at first obtaining all its fragrances from Gabilla in Paris, already bottled. These included 'Doux Jasmin', 'Chevalier de la Nuit' and 'Maskee', all issued in 1923.