TRIBUTE
"Rhapsody" marks a new chapter in the art of perfumery as it revisits the grand tradition of the chypre fragrance. Master perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, in a bold creative venture for Louis Vuitton, transforms this classic accord to resonate with modern elegance and an ethereal quality, starting a journey that stretches to infinity.
 
BLEND
This exquisite creation blends radiant Jasmine grandiflorum with the sensual warmth of ylang ylang, beautifully transfiguring the earthy depth of patchouli. A chiaroscuro of light and shade is crafted through the addition of woody notes and vetiver, while fresh maté brings a clear, verdant character to the perfume, creating a sophisticated olfactory experience.
 
MOTIVATION
"Rhapsody" is designed as an olfactory celebration of new beginnings and infinite possibilities. It represents a perpetual alchemy, where the classic and contemporary meet. The fragrance is part of the Les Extraits collection by Louis Vuitton, showcasing the encounter of exceptional craftsmanship in perfumery and groundbreaking architectural design.
 
PERFUMING TECHNIQUE
Encased in a bottle designed by legendary architect Frank Gehry, the perfume's container stretches the boundaries of design just as the scent stretches the boundaries of traditional chypre fragrances. The bottle, a masterpiece of curves resembling a floating veil, topped with a hand-polished metal cap, enhances the ritual of applying the fragrance—best worn on pulse points to fully appreciate its complex layers.