At first, Prada was just a family business, born in 1913 in Milan. No one knew then that it would become not only the official supplier to the Italian royal family, but also one of the largest players in global luxury, less than a century later. It is therefore by drawing inspiration from its prestigious past that Prada regularly creates timeless and unisex fragrances, combining tradition and modernity. In 2023, the Infusions de Prada line is enriched with a new creation: Infusion de Figue.
If France is particularly famous for its know-how in perfumery craftsmanship, it must be said that Italy is not far behind. Prada is among the country's best standard-bearers. Initially a leather goods specialist, it gradually built a true luxury empire. It is therefore to evoke this long history and the finest raw materials used by perfumers that the Infusions de Prada were created. Year after year, this fragrance collection is enriched with new creations. In 2023, Infusion de Figue makes its appearance. Here is our review.
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The Infusions de Prada, fragrances that defy every stereotype
Who said fragrances absolutely had to be gendered? Who said certain fragrances were meant more for the young and others for older people?… Prada decides to thwart every expectation and go against clichés. The Infusions de Prada, including Infusion de Figue, are all fragrances that swim against the current. These fragrances represent the quintessence of Prada's entire contradiction. Modern, they clearly embrace the heritage of the past. With them, poetry becomes one with precision. Masculinity blends with femininity. Power is counterbalanced by freshness, resulting in an ultimately very sensual rendering. The Infusions de Prada intrigue and fascinate!
The Infusions de Prada, like evocations of a fleeting, emotion-rich moment
Each of the Infusions de Prada showcases an emblematic perfumery ingredient. Nevertheless, these raw materials are all worked with precision, to evoke a memory. Thus, the Infusions de Prada resonate in collective memory like impressions of déjà-vu. These fragrances evoke a fleeting memory. Infusion de Figue is an ephemeral suggestion that heightens the emotion even further. So, how about flirting with the past?
The gourmand scent of fig, a delight!
More specifically, Infusion de Figue by Prada explores every facet of this fruit. Composed by perfumer Daniela Roche Andrier, it is a fragrance suited equally to women and men. Its scent opens on a highly energizing, fresh note of mandarin. The fig accord, meanwhile, unfolds its sweet, juicy gourmand character in the heart of this creation. Infusion de Figue by Prada ultimately closes with a greener, more radiant duo of mastic and galbanum.
The timeless bottle of Infusion de Figue by Prada
Finally, we are also won over by the Prada bottle. It displays a fairly simple appearance. It is a rectangle of transparent, minimalist glass. Shared across this entire line of fragrances, it pairs each fragrance with a particular color. For Infusion de Figue, this means purple, echoing the color of this fruit once ripe. The Prada family crest, in silver, proudly appears on its front face. Designed in 1913, it is a nod to Prada's heritage. Saffiano leather, meanwhile, covers its cap to pay tribute to the house's expertise in leather goods. Once again, Prada demonstrates its attention to detail and its love for its own history.