Meet the Curator Wiji Lacsamana
Wiji Lacsamana, a natural perfumer and founder of the fragrance brand Radioactive Mushrooms in the Forest, has also worked as a tattoo artist, illustrator, and book author in her native Philippines. Her perfumes are a vehicle through which Ms Lacsamana advocates sending naturally sourced creations out into the world. With her fragrances, she also strives to evoke a sense of wanderlust, where the user feels transported to different realms – real, mythological, or purely imaginary.
To say I am honoured to collaborate with The Peninsula Manila on this project is an understatement; more accurately, I feel delighted, grateful, excited, and enlivened. It is a rare opportunity to create a natural, sustainable, mindfully crafted perfume for such a respected and established hotel group. With its new push towards sustainability, the Peninsula brand is redefining what it means to be ‘world-class” – not only a company that delivers the best in the world, but one that works towards protecting it as well.
Top Notes: Chamomile, Rosemary, Lavender
Middle Notes: Sampaguita, Ylang Ylang
Base Notes: Vanilla oleoresin, Sandalwood, Cedarwood
With herbaceous top notes of chamomile and lavender, exotic floral essences of ylang ylang and sampaguita (also known as Philippine Jasmine), and warm notes of cedarwood and vanilla, this calming, peaceful scent highlights many of The Philippines’ most distinctive aromas.
The fragrance is inspired by the idea of home – a place of comfort and sanctuary. It refers to the “home away from home” that The Peninsula Manila offers its guests, with its sophisticated luxury and signature Filipino hospitality. It also emblems the calming green oasis of the Makati central business district, within walking distance of the hotel.
“This scent embodies the feeling of arriving at The Peninsula Manila,” said Wiji Lacsamana, the hotel’s Fragrance Curator. “The elegant surrounds, the warm smiles from the staff, and the sense of comfort and care all create an ambiance of welcome.”
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