Olfactory memories are the longest lasting memories and smelling good is always a must. When you collect watches for the right reasons and not for bragging rights, you are the kind of man that also likes to indulge in life’s luxuries in a non-pretentious way. An exquisite fragrance very much like an understated iconic watch brings an air of distinction that is unrivaled and that is gently appreciated by those in the know. Ultimately, who wants to smell like everyone else. Certainly not us here at WCL. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the French fragrance brand Diptyque —one of our favorites— and the Eau Rihla is the perfect celebratory scent for those embarking in the journey of watch collecting.
Rihla is an Arabic word that means journey or voyage. Therefore, Diptyque’s Eau Rihla is inspired by journeys along the routes of the Middle East and was conceived as the chronicle of a long journey for this maison. Just like the watch collecting journey we’ve taken here at WCL. This watch collecting journey has had many stops and a big one was when we acquired this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad in 18K rose gold for our collection.
Just like the inspiration for Eau Rihla, this Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad has been to many places and has gathered many memories through international trips, watch-centric experiences and breathtaking moments that are hard to forget. Just like you can’t forget about the captivating and unique smell of Eau Rihla once you’ve first experienced it.
For Diptyque, Eau Rihla is a journey whose olfactory imprint instantly reawakens the memory of other inspiring and captivating horizons. Under the desert sun, the sand dunes give way to ancient ruins, spice markets and leather notebooks filling up with watchmaking sketches and romantic poems before nightfall.
Eau Rihla evokes a long journey, where leather takes the center stage in all its splendor. At first, the spicyness of pink peppercorns and the woody notes of cedar create a vibrant accord that is hard to miss. Then, soft notes of vanilla and saffron come into play and as the fragrance warms up it softens, and becomes like a second skin.
To create Diptyque Eau Rihla, a leather note was specially developed from Chinese cedar wood. A non-animal leather scent with an evocative fragrance that brings a hint of sandalwood and red fruits on the nose. An olfactory journey that evokes those hot Arabian nights in the middle of the dessert where a watch clad in rubber and on a rubber strap feels the best.
A very manly fragrance with a soft side, not overpowering but always there to remind others that you are a sybarite and a bon vivant. An all day scent that gets better as the day goes by. Warm and inviting for those intimate moments as you cuddle up on a leather couch and you enjoy a bold Old Fashioned made with Blanton’s.
Diptyque Eau Rihla is exclusively sold at Bergdorf Goodman and on Diptyque’s website.
Sticker Price $240 USD —Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad not included. For more info on Diptyque Paris here.
