If Shakesepeare’s Hamlet changed his famous soliloquy, “To be, or not to be, that is the question” into “To spray, or not to spray, that is the question” while holding up an Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses Limited Edition Fragrance (chalkboard version), he would’ve scored more Cool Points.
These colourful skulls feature a special finish that allows you to draw on them with chalk and to customize the bottle to make it truly your own.
I think this is a neat idea, and I love all the detailing on the bottles. You wouldn’t even know that they’re bottles for fragrance, so these double as home decor!
Since we’re nearing Hallowe’en, I think these skulls are perfect, but the fact that they also contain perfume for a woman (purple skull) and cologne for a man (red skull) makes them even more unique.
(The top of the skull actually comes off to reveal the nozzle used to spray the product.)
You may remember that 2 days ago, I posted an Instagram photo of these skulls. I laid them out with a backdrop of the skull scarf I bought from Garage that you may remember in this post.
I have both of the Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses limited edition fragrances, thanks to PR, and I’ll be putting my spin on them. Okay, I’m not a great drawer, but I have some ideas of what to put on each noggin’. 😉 I’ll show you the finished artwork when I’m done in a separate post!
Below is the official press release sent to me by PR:
Ed Hardy® Skulls & Roses Limited Edition Fragrances
Featuring Chalkboard Bottle Packaging
THE FRAGRANCE:
Inspired by the strength, confidence and passion of today’s young men and women, Ed Hardy® Skulls & Roses Limited Edition scents celebrate the daring nature of the brand’s loyal following and the passion and artistry of legendary tattoo artist, Don Ed Hardy. New Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses Limited Edition are the first fragrances to feature packaging with a chalkboard finish, allowing a palette for the artistry and self-expression that is inherent to the irreverent spirit of the brand.
“I’ve always been interested the stories pictures tell, and strive to communicate something authentic through my art,” remarked legendary tattoo artist, Don Ed Hardy. “Skulls & Roses Limited Edition is a fragrance experience unlike any other, and allows you to creatively tell your story through art right on the packaging and enhance your mood through the scent.”
Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses For Men:
An extraordinary encounter of fresh bergamot, spicy cardamom and hints of violet combine with a masculine floralcy of lavandin and geranium spiked with ozonic elements. Dashing and daring until the end- amber, sandalwood and moss create a modern twist as musks leave a lasting impression.
TOP NOTES: Bergamot, cardamom and violet.
MID NOTES: Lavandin, geranium and ozone.
BASE NOTES: Amber, sandalwood, moss and musk.
Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses For Women:
Sweet strawberries splashed with pink grapefruit cause quite the sensation as they mingle with honeysuckle, magnolia, and daisy. Meanwhile, violet leaves are intricately woven in with mystery and intrigue. Caramel and vanilla leave their delicious mark as white musk trails off in the distance.
TOP NOTES: Bitter Orange, pineapple, and black raspberry
MID NOTES: Honeysuckle, jasmine, and orange flower
BASE NOTES: Caramel, vanilla, sheer woods, and musk
THE PACKAGING:
Designed in the form of his-and-hers skulls, the unique limited edition chalkboard bottles resemble two ghostly interpretations of Ed Hardy’s infamous skulls & roses tattoo and embraces the history and essence of the brand by creating a sculptural version of the artist’s iconic work. The innovative chalkboard bottles are deep purple (women’s) and red (men’s) and provide a platform for the wearer to express creativity.
THE COLLECTION:
Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses For Men:
Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses Men’s Eau de Toilette Spray 100ml $80.00
Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses For Women:
Ed Hardy Skulls & Roses Women’s Eau de Parfum Spray 100ml $80.00
All prices are manufacturer’s suggested retail prices.
Ed Hardy® Skulls & Roses Limited Edition will be available at Shoppers Drug Mart October 2013 and Jean Coutu and Pharma Plus Ltd. November 2013.
What do you think of the packaging? What kind of chalkboard designs would you draw on it? Do you have anything by Ed Hardy (clothing, perfume, etc.)?
Love the bottles, they sound pretty good too the smell. I just want to have the bottle for decoration
Hey Icequeen81!
Yeah, it’s fun to have these even for the novelty of the bottle. Actually, a lot of times, I’m drawn to perfumes because the bottle draws me in. Good marketing!
Hands down, the coolest perfume bottles ever!
Hey Melissa!
They’re fun and edgy, aren’t they?
Another perfume bottle I really like is the one for Katy Perry Purr. Then again, I like cats! 🙂