Rarely are American fragrances revered in Europe. Douglas Hopkins has broken the mold with four enchanting scents that have developed a cult following among the most exclusive perfumeries in Italy. Therefore the Royal Prastara, Prastara Blue, Ase and Zazou fragrances bear the coveted stamp of European approval.

Hopkins believes in perfumes that are highly personal and romantically formulated. His "Haute Couture" versions come in hand crafted, intricately constructed bottles that are revealed as works of art at first sight. The "Sportsware" versions are differentiated by a simpler, more streamlined presentation, but still hold the same engaging scents, formulated using ancient perfumery techniques.

Royal Prastara
Meaning "ancient" or "venerable" in Russian, Royal Prastara is the fragrance that started it all. The "Sun King," Louis XIV, commissioned this ancient formula the year Versailles was completed. This time period is widely considered to be the peak of perfumery in France. Douglas Hopkins discovered the scent during an early foray into what was then the Eastern Bloc. He purchased the world rights to the fragrance, updated the original bottle, and introduced it to the United States. Multi-layered, Royal Prastara possesses a citrusy freshness that is as suitable for the office as it is for an evening out. Lemon, lime and orange top notes refresh, while lingering middle tones of citral, bergamot, Bulgarian rose, musk, cardamom, Bulgarian lavender, and rosemary evoke a classic, dignified elegance.

Prastara Blue
An elusive, warm, metallic and woody earthiness evokes 60’s California chic. Spicy, yet non-intrusive with a hint of citrus fruit, Prastara Blue is strictly a mellowed man’s territory. Its fruity sweetness, filtered through floral with classic woody undertones, continues to defy traditional fragrance categorization. Top notes include pineapple, coconut, plum, lemon, bergamot, mandarin, meroli, lavender, and fir spices. Middle notes range from cyclamen, geranium, and jasmine, to carnation, heliotrope, and cinnamon. Base notes are vanilla, patchouli, amber, cedarwood, sandalwood, oakmoss, and musk.

Ase
Pronounced "OH-sah," this warm, deeply sensual spice fragrance is named after a beautiful heroine princess of Scandinavian legend. Turbulent in its wake, this fine fragrance relied on fertile rose attar to evoke feminine warmth, accented by additional floral notes including orange flower, honeysuckle, jasmine, orchid, tuberose, and lily of the valley. Fruity notes of peach and plum blend with cool mint, vanilla, cedarwood, patchouli, amber sandalwood, vetiver and oakmoss, discreetly veiled by cool top notes of virgin gold spice.

Zazou
A delicate and transparent composition, Zazou is composed of startling blackberry, red currant, soft wisps of pear leaf and white peach, all punctuated by Parma violet, sheer jasmine, Madagascar clear vanilla and sandalwood. It’s lighthearted and coquettish, yet strangely complex. Hopkins enigmatically suggests you’re "too young to wear this!" Royal Prastara
Royal Prastara Cologne 1.7 oz - $46.00
Royal Prastara Cologne in wicker wrap 5 oz - $79.00
Royal Prastara Cologne in wicker wrap 1.7 oz - $46.00
Royal Prastara After Shave Balm 1.7 oz - $39.00

Prastara Blue
Prastara Blue Cologne 6 oz - $110.00
Prastara Blue Cologne 1.7 oz - $58.00
Prastara Blue After Shave Balm - $42.00

Ase
Ase Extrait 30 .2 oz - $134.00
Ase Eau Delicate 9 1.7 oz - $78.00
Ase Extrait 1 oz - $276.00
Ase Perfume 18 3.4 oz - $146.00
Ase Extrait .34 oz - $148.00
Ase Eau Delicate 9 .34 oz - $42.00
Ase Body Delicate 2 oz - $145.00