If you’ve ever stayed at or daydreamed about lounging at the Maker Hotel, you already understand the allure of The Maker fragrances. Rooted in Hudson, New York, the brand distills the hotel’s intimate, art-forward spirit into its parfums, each one designed to evoke atmosphere and emotion: a sense of place, a fleeting moment, a memory you want to linger in just a little longer.
Paradiso Eau de Parfum is exactly that kind of escape in scent form. Falling squarely into the earthy and woody fragrance family with a green, herbaceous twist, it’s a fruity-floral that resists sticky sweetness and leans instead into a joy that feels sensual and sunlit.
On first spritz, the eau opens with a bright, tart and juicy fruit cocktail of mangosteen, blood orange and Sicilian bergamot before easing into a soft and sweet, lush blend of ambrette with plumeria and myrtle blooms. Earthy, green and warm Moroccan cedar, oakmoss and patchouli leaf complete the fragrance, adding an intimate grounding sensation. The overall effect is joyful, fresh and oh-so quietly carnal.
The bottle, while seemingly simplistic, is intentionally made. Inspired by an antique ink flask, the fluted, ribbed glass has a hipster-like vibe that is simultaneously sensuous and elegant. Crafted from post-consumer recycled glass using CO2-free production methods, it reflects the brand’s thoughtful approach to sustainability, while looking effortlessly chic.
The Maker Paradiso Eau de Parfum, $236 for 50 ml, available at Sephora.
