A fresh, citrusy scent that reflects the nightlife of Los Angeles. Louis Vuitton's new unisex fragrance.

Apr 9, 2022
The Maison's unisex fragrance collection, Parfums de Cologne, introduces the latest addition, "City of Stars," bursting with fresh citrus notes.


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Parfums de Cologne, by Louis Vuitton, depicts an ideal day in chapters. Each fragrance is an ode to the vast and evocative landscapes of the American West Coast, capturing fleeting moments and enlivening them with a rippling melody of olfactory notes. The creative story of this collection is inspired by Los Angeles, capturing the many facets of this dreamy city through its scents. Each fragrance is like a soft yet powerful ray of light illuminating the endless City of Angels from dawn until night. Each chapter of the story is crafted by the Maison's in-house Master Perfumer, Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud, an olfactory alchemist. For each fragrance, Jacques has created a unique blend of fruity lightness and floral depth. A summer tale reimagined through fragrance, from the melodious dawn of light to the joyous sunset.

And after the sun sets, the night is filled with dazzling light. This is the world depicted in Louis Vuitton's latest fragrance, City of Stars. The latest addition to Louis Vuitton's Parfums de Cologne line, City of Stars, is a nocturnal fantasy that delves into the heart of a city that never sleeps. Set in passionate Los Angeles, City of Stars depicts evenings filled with twilight and burning emotions, soft sensuality, and the fading darkness of night illuminated by the rising sun. The West Coast atmosphere brims with freedom, passion, and unbridled creativity, creating a unique atmosphere that perfectly blends the lightness of cologne with the refinement of perfume. As night falls, the city lights come on, heralding a flurry of emotion. The lingering warmth of the midnight sun on skin ignites the senses. Dazzling desire meets twilight refinement. A night filled with the world of "City of Stars"──


City of Stars
Citrus Quintet + Tiare Flower + Sandalwood


City of Stars is an innovative evening fragrance (eau de parfum) created by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, who combines the freshness of cologne with the sophistication of perfume. The radiance of citrus brings the sunlight of the day to your skin, transporting you to an intoxicating night where anything can happen. City of Stars is an ode to nighttime, freedom and sensual drama. Jacques explains: "Compared to our previous Parfums de Cologne, this is a more extroverted fragrance. After a beautiful sunset, city lights and spotlights light up the night sky. Los Angeles nights. I was extremely focused on capturing that unique, glittering atmosphere. A night filled with light. The light comes from a quintet of citrus fruits: blood orange, lemon, mandarin red, bergamot, and a splash of lime. I blended these five vibrant citrus fruits, each with their own free-spirited character, to create a melody that envelops and caresses the senses in a whirlwind. I focused particularly on expressing the character of the blood orange pulp - its unique fruity freshness and gourmand, optimistic notes that only the flesh of the fruit can provide - as I see this as the heart of this opulent perfume. All the citrus fruits are from Sicily. The fragrance is crafted from fragrant, fragrant and fragrant olives sourced from Cologne and Calabria, reflecting the enchanting sparkle of this sun-soaked land. The radiance of citrus illumines the night, creating a paradox of tension between shadow and light. This tension is relieved by the tiare flower, which softly veils the scent of monoi. The essence of sandalwood and the caressing, powdery notes of musk add refinement to the fragrance. Their magnetic combination brings a sensual, nocturnal atmosphere to this evening fragrance. It's as if to say, 'This night will last forever.'"

This fragrance is the result of a beautiful, honest, profound and unique dialogue between Louis Vuitton and the LA-based artist Alex Israel, a collaboration that has now blossomed into the saga known as "Parfums de Cologne." Two talented individuals, Alex, a leading figure in contemporary art, and Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud, a profoundly knowledgeable poet of fragrance, came together. Their deep dialogue led to a fruitful exchange, where tangible graphic art sparked the creation of intangible fragrances. From the very beginning of this remarkable collaboration, Alex shared with Jacques his vision of an idealized Los Angeles—a city rich in the inimitable colors that characterize his work, one that would inspire the viewer's sense of adventure. Jacques responded by using his unique palette, featuring countless flowers and fragrances arranged like nuanced paints. Their combined talents led to the creation of a painting unlike any before. For "City of Stars," Alex further developed his ideas and created an original piece. This exclusive artwork adorns not only the packaging of "City of Stars," but also the rare design of travel cases and fragrance trunks. Alex loves and celebrates Los Angeles for its uninhibited nature. He has painted a fresco of the city waking up as night falls, illuminating the world with its light. The lights that illuminate Los Angeles at night converge into the light of a unique fragrance. "City of Stars" is a world in itself, the result of a dialogue between two artists with unique sensibilities.

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Eau de Parfum "City of Stars" 100 ml 38,500 yen (tax included)
Eau de Parfum "City of Stars" 200 ml *Not available in Japan

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From left:
"On the Beach"
"Afternoon Swim"
"City of Stars"
All 100 ml, 38,500 yen (tax included)

[About Louis Vuitton]
Since its founding in 1854, Louis Vuitton has continued to offer unique designs that combine innovation and style, always with the finest quality. Even today, through its travel luggage, bags, accessories, and other products, Louis Vuitton faithfully carries on the spirit of "the essence of travel" created by its founder, Louis Vuitton, which is creative, elegant, and practical. It was "boldness" that shaped the story of Louis Vuitton. Respecting tradition, throughout its history, Louis Vuitton has opened its doors to architects, artists, and designers, offering a wide range of products, including fashion items and fine jewelry. These meticulously crafted products are a testament to Louis Vuitton's commitment to craftsmanship.

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