I will admit that my favorite perfume brand has always been Hermes. They last long and have very elegant and unique signature. But then, I read in The New Yorker magazine long ago that the creator of the "First" perfume is now working for Hermes Perfumes. Out of curiosity I wanted to try Van Cleef & Arpel's perfume. Just as Hermes is known for their Birkin bags and silk scarves, Van Cleef & Arpels brand has earned their name as one of the premiere jewelry designers. If Hermes stole away their perfume creator, then "First" must have been his work of art.
Sure enough "First" is everything I have hoped for and more. It comes in elegant box, the bottle is breathtaking which makes it beautiful for display and for a present if you are intending it for someone else. But the scent is unmistakably unique, long lasting and essence of elegance. It is for mature women and not for casual wear. I do not beileve it would suit young women well. This perfume is all about sophistication, style and poise.
Over the years I have been regular customer of Beauty Encounter. One can find great, genuine products on their web site at great prices, service is excellent and there is always free samples included with your purchases, for an even better satisfaction. This was a kind of purchase I do not regret and I look forward to in the future.