DRIES VAN NOTEN 
Bitter Splash

An invitation to escape, Bitter Splash charts a journey of exotic exploration. Cool, juicy pomelo and warm vegetal leather emerge as a sophisticated duality of freshness and sensuality. A sumptuous voyage into Dries Van Noten’s love for orientalism, where additional notes of powdery iris and vetiver enhance this chic evocation of texture and light.
The bottle marries the simplicity of glossy pop yellow glass with a decorative pattern inspired by the detailed art of Asian lacquer woodwork, suggesting a contrast between tradition and modernity.
 
Top notes: Grapefruit, Cypress
Heart notes: Orris Accord​, Carrot Seeds Accord​, Geranium
Base notes: Leather Accord​, Vetiver, Cedarwood

“I chose to explore a paradoxical yet balanced play of light and texture – the sparkling radiance of grapefruit veiled in the matte softness of leather.” – Suzy Le Helley, Perfumeur

- 90% naturally-derived ingredients
 
- The bottle: An unexpected play of glossy, yellow grapefruit glass set against a decorative pattern with a patina effect that draws inspiration from the art of Asian lacquer woodwork. Ornamental and pop influences in seductive contrast. Between tradition and modernity, a fresh signal of escapism and travel.
 
- Wrapping: Full-sized bottles of fragrance are slipped into in a reusable drawstring pouch, available in a selection of house designs. Each bottle is encased in a custom-designed pulp paper mold made from renewable and biodegradable natural wood fibres from carefully chosen, well-managed forests.

Don’t rub perfume into your skin. Spray it onto your pulse points. Where you store your perfume matters, store it in a cool, dark and dry place. Feel free to spray your clothes. Apply it post-shower (it will absorb better into the skin). Moisturize first.