Gigolo by Germaine Monteil: launched in 1951.
Fragrance Composition:
So what does it smell like? It is classified as a sweet, green floral fougere fragrance for women.
- Top notes: lavender, bergamot, geranium
- Middle notes: Bulgarian rose and jasmine
- Base notes: oakmoss, sandalwood, musk, vanilla, patchouli
Cue: The Weekly Magazine of New York Life, 1951:
"Germaine Monteil's new Gigolo, a captivating, French perfume with a rose and jasmine base."
Bottles:
Gigolo's parfum was presented in a tapered crystal bottle fitted with a crystal stopper. The parfum was available in two sizes and retailed for $30 for the 3/4 oz and $50 for the 1 1/2 oz in 1951. The bottle was nestled in a red lined gold presentation box. The bottle may have been made by Verreries Brosse, who made other bottles for Monteil.
The Eau Concentree was equal to today's modern Eau de Parfum strength. Stronger than an Eau de Toilette but weaker than pure Parfum.
Fate of the Fragrance:
Discontinued, date unknown.
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