Eight & Bob — JFK's Fragrance from the French Riviera, 1937
Eight & Bob is a French niche fragrance house with one of the most captivating origin stories in perfumery. Created in 1937 by Parisian aristocrat Albert Fouquet, who met the young John F. Kennedy on the French Riviera. JFK requested "eight samples, and if your production allows, another one for Bob" — his brother Robert. Thus Eight & Bob was born.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eight & Bob
How was Eight & Bob created?
In 1937, Parisian aristocrat Albert Fouquet met the young JFK on the French Riviera. Kennedy was captivated by his fragrance. Fouquet left a sample at his hotel with a note: "In this bottle, you will find the dash of French glamour that your American personality lacks."
Why is it called "Eight & Bob"?
JFK wrote to Fouquet requesting "eight samples, and if your production allows, another one for Bob" — his brother Robert F. Kennedy. Fouquet packaged the bottles in boxes matching JFK's pinstripe shirt pattern from the night they met, and labelled them "Eight & Bob."
What happened after Fouquet?
Fouquet died in a car accident near Biarritz in spring 1939. Philippe, the family butler, continued fulfilling orders. During WWII, he hid bottles inside hand-cut hollowed books to prevent Nazi confiscation. Decades later, Philippe's family recovered the complete formula.
What makes Eight & Bob fragrances unique?
The "soul" of The Original is the extract of "Andrea," a rare plant Fouquet discovered in the Chilean Andes in 1934. It can only be harvested in December-January and only 7% passes quality control. Each year's production is limited — allocation per country depends on the harvest.
What are the main Eight & Bob collections?
The main collection includes: The Original (citrus, iris, sandalwood, amber), Cap d'Antibes (Riviera summer), Egypt (ancient Egypt), Nuit de Megève (alpine evening), Champs de Provence (Provence) and Mémoires de Mustique (Caribbean). There is also a Robert F. Kennedy Special Edition.
What Eight & Bob fragrances are available at TheTwoBarbers.com?
TheTwoBarbers.com carries selected Eight & Bob fragrances from the Fouquet collection. Each bottle is delivered inside a hardcover book — a reference to how Philippe hid the fragrances during World War II.
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