THE MIRACLE OF NATURE EMBODIED IN A FRAGRNCE
ASSAYE
THE LEGEND
Asase Yaa, the Earth and love mother goddess in Akan culture of Ghana, is the figure behind this fragrance. A symbol of fertility and deep connection with nature, she embodies prosperity and respect for our planet.
Through its name, the fragrance evokes the nurturing earth and the sacred bond between humans and their environment, celebrating the spiritual and cultural richness of Ghana, the maternal cradle of Scent of Africa. In mythology, she is described as the mother of Anansi, the storyteller and trickster god.
This perfume is a tribute to her power and serenity, reflecting a balance between strength and softness.
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The spirit of vanilla captured in a bottle: a captivating contrast of warmth and freshness between comforting addiction and bold liberation.
Assaye is a rich, multifaceted fragrance blending fresh and soft notes with rare elegance. It highlights ingredients sourced from Africa, carrying the imprint of the land they come from.
The opening is vibrant and crisp, with juicy apple enhanced by the lightness of cardamom.
At the heart, Madagascan vanilla extract, naturally spiced and warm, combined with soft, gourmand cinnamon, evokes a creamy, original vanilla pod. Moroccan orange blossom and Egyptian jasmine deepen the enchantment, playing between shadow and light.
The base is woody and sensual, with sandalwood giving way to majestic cedarwood and Madagascan vetiver that echo the earth, while musks add a soft, velvety texture.
This fragrance is built on contrasts: fresh and warm, powerful and soft, luminous and mysterious
WORD FROM THE PERFUMER
“This fertility goddess inspired me to celebrate the earth. Vanilla, like a pod symbolizing life and nature’s miracle, evokes the nurturing womb our planet offers, elevated by human craftsmanship.”
— Julien Rasquinet
ASSAYE
EAU DE PARFUM
"A contrasted and delicious vanilla, creating an irresistible romantic attraction"
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