{"product_id":"eight-and-bob-sample-eight-and-bob-edp-1ml-vial","title":"Eight \u0026 Bob Sample - Eight + Bob EDP (1 ml vial) #10074626","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOur fragrance samples are available for purchase online only. No samples will be available in store at Merz Apothecary.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould you love to try The Original EDP? Try a sample for a fraction of the cost of a full bottle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur samples are either packaged by the perfume house, or hand-poured here at Smallflower and presented in a spray vial. Each vial is filled to a variable volume to reflect the concentration of the fragrance being sampled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Fragrance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Story of Eight \u0026amp; Bob\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert Fouquet, the son of a Parisian aristocrat, was part of elite French society in the early twentieth century and a perfume connoisseur. In a room on the upper floor of the family chateau, Fouquet created and perfected various essences for his own personal use – aided by Philippe, the family butler. At social events he would surprise everyone with an exquisite fragrance that became increasingly in demand within the exclusive social circle he frequented. However, Fouquet continually rejected proposals to market his fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne night during his summer vacation in 1937 on the French Riviera (Côte d’Azur), Albert met and got on very well with a young American student who was touring France in a convertible: John F. Kennedy. Within minutes of being introduced, J.F.K. was captivated by the essence that Albert wore. John’s charm and congeniality persuaded Albert to leave him a sample of his fragrance with a note at the hotel the following morning: \"In this bottle, you will find the dash of French glamour that your American personality lacks.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn returning from his vacation, Albert received a letter from John in the U.S. thanking him for the kind gesture and informing him of the success his perfume was having among his friends. He requested Albert to send him eight samples: \"And if your production allows, another one for bob.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most exclusive perfume created by Albert Fouquet exemplifies chic sophistication. Designed for both men and women alike, this classic scent is suitable for a modern-day aristocrat. Rosy notes of Pink Pepper blended with the subtle spice of Cardamom and garnished with the zesty hint of Lemon, evoke a contemporary tone; while notes of Labdanum emit an intricacy reminiscent of the sweet, fruity, woody aromas of twentieth century Paris. Amber and Sandalwood undertones accentuate the warmth of this refined scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrance Notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop: Cardamom, Fizzy Lemon, Pink Pepper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiddle: Wood, Labdanum, Violet Leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase: Amber, Sandalwood, Vetiver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSame Day pickup for curbside orders containing samples is not available.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipped orders containing samples will be picked and processed in 1-3 business days.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight \u0026 Bob","offers":[{"title":"1 ml","offer_id":37056435880087,"sku":"10074626","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/0662\/6967\/products\/Untitleddesign_36.png?v=1762269393","url":"https:\/\/www.smallflower.mom\/products\/eight-and-bob-sample-eight-and-bob-edp-1ml-vial","provider":"Smallflower","version":"1.0","type":"link"}