Comme des Garçons Parfums 1994-2025: The Bible that opens the origins of non-traditional perfumes?

Pioneering fashion house Comme des Garçons has just released a new book, Comme des Garçons Parfums 1994-2025, a book that is considered the “bible” of their rebellious, unconventional fragrance line. Join Tomax to discover the highlights of the book and the impressive 30-year history of Comme des Garçons Parfums.

The Birth of Comme des Garçons Parfums
In 1994, Comme des Garçons, or CDG, launched its first fragrance, an eponymous scent that turned the traditional rules of the perfume industry upside down. It was spicy, medicinal, and extremely powerful – the complete opposite of the fresh, light scents that were popular in the 90s.

Over the next 30 years, Comme des Garçons expanded its “non-traditional” fragrance collection to 100 scents. They collaborated with famous artists such as Pharrell, Stüssy, and ERL. Now, the entire fragrance legacy of the Japanese brand is compiled in a new book.

The book Comme des Garçons Parfums 1994-2025, edited by Dino Simonett, is 256 pages long. It chronicles the evolution of the Comme des Garçons fragrance collection, still overseen by creative director Christian Astuguevieille. The collection remains innovative and fresh to this day.

One Book, Countless Fragrance “Stories”
Olivia Singer, the book’s editor, reminds readers of the tagline that accompanied the brand’s first scent: “A scent that acts like a drug and behaves like an addiction.” It’s a bold statement that has shaped all of Comme des Garçons’ scents.

Comme des Garçons’ scents are often inspired by unusual scents. Singer describes them as “dust from a hot light bulb, photocopier ink, the metallic taste of a battery.” This boldness and difference is what makes Comme des Garçons so appealing. It has made a distinct mark in the perfume industry.

Odeur 10: Comme des Garçons Parfums 30th Anniversary
To celebrate Comme des Garçons Parfums’ 30th anniversary, the brand has also launched a new scent: Odeur 10, the fourth in the Odeur line. Astuguevieille shares that the scent is inspired by the cleanliness of hydrogen peroxide, a product “less used in our time, with a touch of nostalgia.”

Odeur 10 and the book Comme des Garçons Parfums 1994-2025 will be available at Dover Street Parfums Market on December 5. This is an opportunity to experience the scent history of Comme des Garçons.

More than a book: A legacy of chaos
Comme des Garçons Parfums 1994-2025 is more than just a catalogue. It is a work of art, documenting Comme des Garçons’ daring journey into the world of perfume. This book will be a meaningful gift for perfume lovers. It is for those who want to delve deeper into the history and philosophy of the brand.

This book is also a testament to the vision and perseverance of Comme des Garçons. They dared to break the traditional rules to create a distinct mark. They proved that perfume is not just a scent, but also a part of art and culture.

With its elegant design and rich content, Comme des Garçons Parfums 1994-2025 deserves a place in the collection of any perfume lover. It is a book worth reading. It is an indispensable part for those who love the art of perfume. It is a testament to limitless creativity. It is a book to be cherished. It is a valuable reference. It is a part of the history of perfume. It is a book worth owning.