With
the launch of BYREDO’S new Eau de Par- fum, the company’s
founder, Ben Gorham, has chosen to highlight a male figure who current- ly
embodies his idea of this fragrance. The first ever MISTER MARVELOUS features
world re- nowned hair stylist Christiaan Houtenbos.
Born of humble origins, of a rural Holland barbershop family. Made international
through a turn in the Dutch marines, by way of a stint decades ago on the not
quite yet glamorous island of Aruba. There he first encountered important heads
and their hair, governors and captains of industry, and their wives.
A
letter of introduction. Remember those? Reminiscent of Victorian times, wax
seals, and steamer trunks. One from an Aruban oil executive’s wife drew
invitations to New York. Per- fumed invitations, no doubt. Without knowing who
they were, he was soon styling the manes of every fashion editor in the city.
In his 20s he ran the Bergdorf salon at a time when such a job meant
everything. And from there his rise saw no end.
Coiffure is a singular art. Unlike paint or clay, this medium is alive,
continuously growing. If in its concern with shape, it is most like
architecture, then it is most similar to building castles out of sand. Every
creation melts as it grows out, as if washed away by the ocean’s waves.
FRAGRANCE NOTES
Top:
Mandarin leaves, Neroli flower
Mid:
Green Lavender, Bamboo
Dry:
Black Amber, White Cedarwood
