The two houses, Brioni and Lalique, have once again united in their pursuit of excellence, creativity, and beauty to create a work of art that embodies their shared commitment to art and craftsmanship. Presented today at the Salone del Mobile on the occasion of Brioni’s 80th anniversary, the limited edition of Dualité, Crystal Edition Perfume marks a milestone in luxury design.
Limited to just 18 signed flacons, Dualité, Crystal Edition Perfume was created as a tribute to multisensory sophistication for brand connoisseurs and art collectors alike. Developed over the course of four years, this collector’s piece represents the pinnacle of collaboration between Brioni and Lalique. It is a testament not only to masterful craftsmanship but also to the revival of lost arts. The object was designed by Brioni’s Design Director Norbert Stumpfl and Lalique’s Artistic and Creative Director Marc Larminaux. It explores the theme of duality – where elemental forces merge in perfect harmony.
The crystal flacon, shaped like an octagonal prism, is a tribute to Brioni’s 80-year legacy and a masterpiece of design. Its sleek, angular lines combine classical forms with modern sensibilities, while its interior offers a stunning contrast: a true eruption of crystal shards frozen in time. The flacon’s complex internal structure refracts light like the crystalline facets of a glacier, radiating a mesmerizing brilliance further enhanced by the silver-toned essence within. Each flacon is a unique work of art, crafted using the traditional wax casting technique – known as cire perdue – revived by Lalique’s master glassmakers.
Norbert Stumpfl remarks: “The rare and unique elements unite in the flacon of Dualité, Crystal Edition Perfume to form a perfect whole and capture sublime beauty. This collaboration between our houses is born from a shared passion and embodies everything we stand for: devotion to the moment, the selection of precious raw materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and the irreplaceable human touch. It is more than just a design – it is a celebration of ultimate luxury, uniting the very best of artisan excellence.”
In this spirit, Marc Larminaux, Artistic Director of Lalique, adds: “This flacon of Dualité, Crystal Edition Perfume is the result of the passion and creativity of our two houses. The expertise and exceptional skill of Lalique’s glassmakers have made this remarkable work of art possible. It embodies our shared values and reflects our constant pursuit of excellence and beauty.”
An Olfactory Expression of Elegance
At the heart of this masterpiece lies an Extrait de Parfum composed by master perfumer Michel Almairac. Based on rare and luxurious orris butter, the fragrance reflects the play of opposites and unfolds in harmonious notes:
Top notes: Ozone accord, Green Apple
Heart notes: Violet, Ambroxan, Orris Butter
Base notes: Cedarwood, Moss, Dry Amber
This exquisite perfume opens with an abstract ozone accord, reminiscent of an ethereal breath of fresh, invigorating air. The opening is highlighted by the crisp, vibrant bite of green apple – a note that conveys both the refracted light of a glacier and a palpable, refreshing clarity. As the fragrance evolves, a delicate heart note reveals the powdery sweetness of violet, seamlessly merging with the modern elegance of Ambroxan to form a warm, velvety texture. The embedded opulent orris butter – extracted through a meticulous, seven-year process – exudes a lush, earthy elegance that bridges the gap between avant-garde and timelessness. In its final act, the scent settles into a serene, grounded base. The aromatic presence of cedarwood fuses with the gentle green whisper of moss to create a natural, tranquil note. Dry amber brings the composition to a close with elegant warmth, its resinous glow providing a modern finish that lingers – much like the shimmering reflections cast by the flacon’s crystal facets.
Master perfumer Michel Almairac explains: “I designed this perfume with a violet accord, an overdose of Ambroxan, modern woody notes, and rare orris butter. This creation embodies urban elegance and modernity, offering a unique and unforgettable olfactory signature.”
A Rare Collectible
The imposing 340 ml of this exquisite fragrance is presented in a crystal flacon that enhances the olfactory journey and adds depth and presence to the complex contrasts of Dualité, Crystal Edition Perfume. The box, made from pure alabaster – a tribute to Brioni’s affinity for elegant forms – transforms into a stately pedestal, elevating the flacon to a sculptural art object.
Dualité, Crystal Edition Perfume is available worldwide in a limited edition of 18 numbered and hand-signed pieces.
