GOOD GIRL, GREAT DESIGN

There are perfume bottles and then there are iconic perfume bottles that are distinct, classic and instantly become a collector’s item. Such is the case with the Good Girl fragrance bottle by Carolina Herrara. The midnight blue 2.7 oz tall stiletto with the gold accented heal adds so much femininity and strength to a bathroom or vanity counter. Also, the fragrance itself is incredible and provides a delightfully pleasant scent experience.  When I first laid eyes on the bottle I was immediately intrigued. The deep rich mysterious blue color, the elegance, and seduction of a tall sleek heal had me captivated. Even before smelling the fragrance, I was already sold. I could envision this beautiful bottle on my own vanity, standing tall and out amongst my other fragrances. There is a presence.  It’s bold, it’s edgy and the design helps tells a story. Who is this woman? She’s a Good Girl but also, a Bad Ass!  Upon close examination, one can appreciate the smooth curves and overall shape and soft feel of the bottle that gives it an effortless appeal while balancing perfectly. The design so inspired me, I ended up buying two bottles because I wanted a “pair” of heels.  I had become so engulfed in the design, I applied a real-life attribute to the bottle and began to see myself embodied in the fragrance and the design; powerful and bold, exciting and pleasant all at the same time.

“It represents the duality of a woman…We can be both good and naughty, ” – (Catherine Herrara Beaz, Creative Director; Carolina Herrara. Womens Wear Daily).

The care and detail in which the bottle was designed and made are evident. In 2017, a Peoples.com article noted the bottle took 4 years to design and 600 tests to get the design right- which included designing “the internal pressure system to allow the scent to diffuse perfectly when pressed”. The brand has also released limited edition bottles to include Red Velvet for Christmas and Valentine days seasons as well as an additional midnight blue version with sparkles and glitter. Lots. Of. Glitter.  These constant iterations appeal to the design esthetics aficionados and collector’s like myself who are eager to have the latest model and version. Something more synonymous with an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy.