Kallis - African Leather

While the "MP" collection focused on a mysterious destination, the "MP" collection now explores the landscapes where leather is traditionally made. John is guided by the intuition that leather is realized in certain ways in specific places. Is this not also connected to nomads? The essential companion for every journey, the faithful partner of every globetrotter, curious soul, and adventurer setting out to discover the world, is their leather luggage. Against this figurative backdrop, John has developed his own suitcase, symbolically encompassing all the scents created for and by travelers. A true treasure chest for "scented journeys".

When one associates leather with a specific item, it is probably first the bag. To avoid rushing, one must know that leather itself is part of a whole world of scents. A material often associated with the animalistic and sometimes limited to its strong side. But leather can also have a bright, radiant, delicate side, and it is these differences in leather that fascinate John. From raw material to olfactory expression – the approach is similar: leather reminds some of a second, protective skin, a hard shell, a dominant scent, a tar-flower. For others, it is the softest skin, the most delicate fur, a sign of elegance, tenderness, and refinement. The palette of leather is vast, and its interpretation in perfumery is just as diverse.

One must go back a bit in history to understand the ties that link leather and perfume. In the 17th century, the glove trade flourished, and to cover the animal scent, leather was perfumed according to customer preferences with the scent of sweet almonds, orange blossoms, gray amber, rosemary, and much more. The title "Master Glovemaker and Perfumer" was born, and the skills of this guild were highly valued at the king's court. The city of Grasse in France was famous for its tanneries and developed its expertise in perfume by cultivating its own flower fields to perfume the leather tanneries with their scent. However, in the 18th century, with the emergence of competition and the decline in leather prices, this craft disappeared, and Grasse became the capital of perfume.

Leather has given rise to perfumery. Even though this relationship once led a shadowy existence, it is now perfected. What was once attempted to be covered up is now developed and enhanced.

Leather inspires, asserts itself, and allows for fiery accords. The scent of leather is increasingly appreciated and is now derived from the combination with base materials such as styrax resin, labdanum, floral essences, oud, cassis flower, or synthetic materials like Suderal, IBQ (Isobutyl Quinoline).
For "Kallis," John has created his first leathery work with "Irish Leather." A tribute to Ireland. Here, riding is performed in boundless nature. An accord that connects the grace of the horse with a strong nature. A green leather, a gallop through the grass. Other leathery impressions will follow: a floral leather, a lush leather. Strong visions. Beautiful places for a meeting.

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These products are inspired by fragrances used by other brands on the market. Any mention of names and/or brands or images is for descriptive purposes only and is intended to facilitate the mere identification of the fragrance. All mentioned brands and names belong to their respective owners.