Shocking by Schiaparelli
Shocking by Schiaparelli - eau de parfum for women
Shocking by Elsa Schiaparelli - Her most notable fragrance, Shocking de Schiaparelli, was launched in 1937. The bottle, in the shape of a woman's torse, was designed by Surrealist artist Leonor Fini and sculpted from actress Mae West's tailor dummy. The packaging was Shocking Pink (hot pink) and the advertisements were created by Surrealist artists Marcel Vertes and Salvador Dali. The floriental fragrance was created by perfumer Jean Carles.
| Perfume House | Elsa Schiaparelli |
| Introduced | 1937 |
| Tagline | Shocking de Schiaparelli...means Paris more than any other perfume! |
| Scent Classification | Floral Oriental |
| Perfumer | Jean Carles |
| Fragrance Notes |
Top -- Aldehydes, Bergamot, Tarragon Heart -- Honey, Rose, Jasmine Base -- Cloves, Civet |
| Package Designer | Leonor Fini, surrealist artist |
| Print/TV Campaign | Marcel Vertes (illustrator 1940s-50s), Salvador Dali (illustrator 1944) |
| Available Products |
Schiaparelli Shocking - Eau de Parfum 1.7oz ($55), 3.3oz ($75) |
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