1889: The Passage 100ML Parfums

1889: The Passage is a parfum created to mark the beginning — the founding year of Viktor Alexander. It enshrines the brand’s original values: a reverence for rarity, craftsmanship, and enduring beauty. Inspired by the materials that defined its heritage — precious gemstones, precious metals, and the artistry of their transformation — this fragrance is a scented homage to origin, identity, and evolution.

The opening is luminous and floral, blending classical refinement with lively modernity: lilac, lily of the valley, lavender, and grapefruit, uplifted by crisp lemon, apple, and the dark-fruit edge of blackcurrant. It suggests the freshness of new beginnings — delicate, bright, and full of promise. The heart is elegant and full-bodied: geranium, rose, and bergamot meet with a soft touch of almond, adding a powdery warmth and vintage sophistication — a nod to the ateliers and jeweled creations of the brand’s earliest years.

The base grounds the fragrance in strength and sensuality: ambroxan, cedar, oakmoss, and a subtle leather accord evoke earth, skin, and timeless structure. It is a drydown of confidence — enduring, textured, and refined.

Fragrance Composition

• Top: Lilac, Lily of the Valley, Lavender, Grapefruit, Lemon, Apple, Blackcurrant
• Heart: Geranium, Rose, Bergamot, Almond
• Base: Ambroxan, Cedar, Oakmoss, Leather

Key Characteristics

• Concentration: Parfum
• Style: Floral-woody with citrus brightness and leathery depth
• Gender: Unisex — refined, heritage-inspired, and confident
• Performance: Soft projection with excellent longevity and elegant evolution
• Inspiration: The founding of Viktor Alexander in 1889 — scent as history, beauty, and craftsmanship
• Personality: Classic, introspective, noble, and enduring
• Longevity: 10-12 hours