The artistry of Diptyque  works on so many levels. Aromatic. Theatrical. Black and white packaging that makes me think of Aubrey Beardsley. Beautiful window displays. In store vignettes layered with meaning.

Those of you who know me, know that I’m currently obsessed with black and white decor. So when I passed by Diptyque’s store front window on Larchmont Boulevard last week, I simply had to slip in and  savor all of their visuals. It’s a feast for the eyes, and of course, a feast for the nose. To much fragrance will assault my senses and send me sneezing out the door. However, in this store, that’s never a problem. Leave it to the French to find the perfect balance, with fragrances that entice without overwhelming.

As I discovered on their website: www.diptyqueparis.com  their 3 founders had backgrounds in interior design, painting and set design for the theater. Voila! It makes complete sense when you look at the images above. The window boxes are miniature theaters designed to tell a story… the story of fragrance for the home and body. Founded in 1961 in Paris at 34 boulevard Saint-Germain, the trio created a stylish bazaar that included fabrics and wall papers, as well as stylish goodies for the home honed from their travels. And in case you were wondering why they chose the oval shape for their labels, it’s a nod to  an 18th century medallion, suggesting the shields of ancient Rome.

The next time you’re strolling down Larchmont Boulevard in LA’s Hancock Park, pop into 202 N. Larchmont and savor the refined luxury of Diptyque, or give them a call at 323 962-3622. You won’t be disappointed.