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Fragrant flower\u00a0petals on display in Grasse, France.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

During the <\/span>Renaissance<\/span><\/a>, a generalized fear of water kept even the wealthiest of people from smelling their best. Between the lack of bathing and a thriving (yet pungent) leather business the town of Grasse, France was in need of an odor concealer. According to local legend, a tanner presented a pair of scented gloves to Catherine de Medici, the Queen of <\/span>France<\/span><\/a> from 1547 to 1559, and the <\/span>perfume<\/span><\/a> industry was born. <\/span><\/p>\n

Grasse, France <\/span><\/h2>\n

Known as the world\u2019s capital of perfume, Grasse is home to three factories that produce over two-thirds of France\u2019s natural aromas for perfume and food flavorings. Grasse\u2019s location provides the ideal climate for an overabundance of jasmine growth, a key ingredient in many perfumes. The flower was brought to southern France by the Moors in the 16th century and continues to thrive throughout the region. <\/span><\/p>\n

Tourists can visit the Fragonard, Molinard, and Galimard perfumeries, which offer free tours that explain the processes of producing perfume.Visitors can even make their own bottle of eau de parfum or eau de toilette! <\/span><\/p>\n

Classic French Perfumes <\/span><\/h2>\n

Expert perfumers agree that the quintessential French scent can be captured in a series of classic fragrances. Discover three of France\u2019s most elegant and renowned perfumes. <\/span><\/p>\n

Chanel No. 5 <\/b><\/p>\n

Originally released in 1921, Chanel No. 5 is the first perfume launched by French couturier, Coco Chanel. Chanel felt that the heavy jasmine scent and animal musk tones epitomized the flapper and the liberated spirit of the 1920s. <\/span><\/p>\n

Guerlain Shalimar <\/b><\/p>\n

Characterized as vanilla, powdery, and sweet, Guerlain Shalimar is considered an iconic French perfume. Whether you\u2019re wandering through Paris or Bordeaux, you\u2019re sure to catch a whiff of this scent. <\/span><\/p>\n

Yves Saint Laurent Paris <\/b><\/p>\n

A bold, sophisticated scent, Yves Saint Laurent Paris embodies a City seen through rose-colored glasses. The perfume is flowery, feminine, and very French. <\/span><\/p>\n

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