In the universe of fragrances, there are creations that go beyond the simple combination of olfactory notes: they become true tales, expressions of a cultural and natural heritage that come together in unique and unrepeatable essences. This is the case of “Animal Café,” one of the four fragrances created by Michele Marin exclusively for Extra Virgo, (Animal Café, Sacred Tobacco, Cacao Ritual and Oracle), the result of the extraordinary collaboration with His Royal Highness Prince Ne Min Gi of Limbin, a descendant of the Konbaung Dynasty of Myanmar.

A Meeting of Tradition and Innovation

Presented on the occasion of Pitti Fragrances 2022, the “Forbidden botanicals” collection stands out for its use of ancient and rebellious ingredients capable of arousing deep and contrasting emotions. Cannabis, mushrooms, tobacco, cocoa and coffee: these are the protagonists of the fragrances that make up the collection, each of which tells a story of contradictions, the sacred and the profane, medicine and poison.

“Animal Café”, in particular, is a fragrance that embodies the wild and sensual soul of this collection. With its narcotic and enveloping combination, it represents a sensory journey that challenges and seduces, like a kiss stolen in a moment of passion. The raw materials, personally selected by the Prince in his secret oases, have been processed with extreme care to preserve their purest essence.

The Mastery of Michele Marin

Michele Marin’s contribution was fundamental to the creation of this extraordinary collection. The Italian perfumer, known for his ability to create scents that go beyond expectations, was able to interpret the Prince’s vision to perfection, translating into complex and sophisticated fragrances the botanical and cultural heritage of a royal family that has always had a deep connection with nature.

“It is an honor to be able to learn from masters of this caliber,” said Prince Limbin. “Thanks to them we were able to create something special that I had been working on for a long time. Something that is much more than the sum of its parts. My love and dedication to botany and perfumery would never have been able to reach such high levels without the incredible skills and knowledge of my masters.”

An International Success

“Animal Café” is not just a fragrance, but a work of olfactory art that has captured the attention of international critics. In fact, this extraordinary fragrance reached the finals in the Independent category at the ninth edition of the Art and Olfaction Awards in Los Angeles, an award that celebrates innovation and creativity in the world of independent perfumery.

With “Animal Café,” Michele Marin and Extra Virgo have created a fragrance that is both a celebration of nature and a challenge to the senses, a fragrance that invites the wearer to explore new worlds of sensuality and mystery. At a time when perfumery is increasingly dominated by convention, “Animal Café” represents a hymn to creative freedom and a passion for botany, a message of peace and sensuality that crosses the boundaries of time and space.

The New Creation: ORACLE

In addition to the extraordinary “Forbidden botanicals” collection , Michele Marin and Extra Virgo proudly present “ORACLE”, the latest fragrance destined to make history. This new creation is born from the same philosophy that gave birth to “Animal Café”: a wonderful fusion of ancient traditions and modernity.

An Enveloping Cloak of Mystery

“ORACLE ” is a fragrance that evokes a sense of enigmatic allure and arcane wisdom. Designed for those always looking for something new and unknown, “ORACLE” combines rare and esoteric notes in an olfactory composition that defies the boundaries of time and space.

Michele Marin’s meticulously chosen raw materials have been masterfully crafted to create a unique harmony, emphasizing ingredients such as frankincense, myrrh and agarwood that exude an aura of deep spirituality and inner calm.

Michele Marin’s Vision

With “ORACLE,” Michele Marin continues his quest for scents that are not just fragrances, but true sensory journeys. “In creating ORACLE, I wanted to capture the mysterious beauty of the unknown.”