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In the fast-moving perfume industry, Manos Gerakinis takes a different path. His fragrances awaken timeless mythology and aim to remind the world that scent has always been an essential part of Greek history. In an interview for PlezuroMag, we talk about the meaning of slow perfumery and how a small Greece-based perfume house manages to create true luxury.
It’s early morning in New York, and Steven Gavrielatos; best known to fragrance lovers as Redolessence, sits in front of a table covered in scent strips and lab bottles. You can tell he’s in his element: speaking passionately about raw materials, creative storytelling, and the power of scent to shape identity.
Shalimar L’Essence pays tribute to a century of heritage while adding a distinctly 2025 edge. Guerlain has introduced this new intense interpretation, distilling the iconic signatures of the original Shalimar into a richer, more concentrated form. It stands as an homage to the enduring modernity, bold spirit, and sensual allure of the Maison’s most legendary women’s fragrance.
