The sense of smell constantly reminds us of our animal nature. The different odors that we inhale can incite many different feelings, from love to nostalgia, from a sense of peace to disgust. The international perfume museum in Grasse organizes “Parfums et Amour”, an exhibition running from October 17 to January 14 2012 and focusing on perfume and the interactions that it provokes between human beings. In the domain of the holy, with for example incense, the

Many Loves, One Scent

The international perfume capital Grasse hosts an exhibition and a conference on the unique connections that fragrance can create.

by Marine Normand - Photo José Nicolas- October 15, 2011

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filial and the serenity that the scent of its mother gives to a newborn, or relational, like the social relations that perfume can provoke. Not forgetting the most obvious sphere, when perfume becomes a weapon of seduction and can render one unforgettable, or make one succumb to someone’s charm. A conference is also organized over the first two days of the exhibition, for those who’d like to push their curiosity even further. So, are you ready to be led around by the nose?

Parfums et amour

From October 17 to January 14 2012

Conference, October 17 and 18

Musée International de la Parfumerie

2 boulevard du Jeu de Ballon

06130 GRASSE

www.museesdegrasse.com

 

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