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Gyokuro spends its final weeks under shade before harvest. That changes the character of the tea, and it is where Open Mind perfume gets its connection to curiosity, openness and new perspectives.
A Tea Grown in the Shade
Gyokuro is a Japanese green tea grown under shade before harvest. This careful cultivation gives the tea a character that feels very different from the bright freshness usually associated with green tea.
For our Maison, that distinction was essential. Gyokuro was chosen for the way it opens the senses, creating the foundation for Open Mind and its aquatic character.
Why Does Gyokuro Feel So Different?
There is something unexpected about Gyokuro. Its character recalls seaweed and the freshness of the sea, giving the tea a depth that invites you to return to it.
That was precisely the quality we wanted for Open Mind. The fragrance brings the sensation of a sea breeze and the feeling of looking toward a larger horizon.
| Family | Woody Aquatic |
|---|---|
| Tea Pairing | Gyokuro, shade-grown Japanese green tea |
| Top Notes | Melon · Lime |
| Heart Notes | Hinoki · Gyokuro · Marine Criste |
| Base Notes | Blue Cypress · Lotus · Guaiac Wood |
How Does Open Mind Perfume Unfold?
Open Mind begins with a sense of freshness, then gradually reveals a more unusual character. The composition moves from its bright opening toward the distinctive presence of Gyokuro, creating an aquatic impression that feels spacious and unexpected.
It is a fragrance that asks you to keep exploring. It does not give you everything at once, which makes each return to the skin part of the experience.
What State of Mind Is Open Mind?
Open Mind begins with one instruction. Drop certainty and stay curious. Its inspiration speaks of openness, curiosity and the willingness to embrace paradox. It is about accepting yourself while continuing to learn and grow.
This is the state of mind behind the fragrance. A sense of freedom, curiosity and the desire to broaden your horizons.
Who Is Open Mind For?
Open Mind is for someone who appreciates aquatic fragrances and is naturally drawn to new perspectives. It suits the person who is free in spirit, curious about other points of view and willing to explore something less expected.
It is also one of those fragrances that may surprise you. The Maison describes it as rarely an obvious choice, often becoming an alternative proposition after exploring other State of Mind fragrances.
Gyokuro is one of the tea pairings that gives each State of Mind fragrance its own character. Open Mind turns that tea into an invitation to stay curious.
For the larger story behind our tea and fragrance pairings, read How Tea Becomes a State of Mind perfume.
