Juliette Has a Gun — French Niche Fragrances with Rebellious Spirit Since 2006
Juliette Has a Gun is a French niche fragrance house founded in 2006 by Romano Ricci, great-grandson of Nina Ricci. Shakespeare's Juliet is transported to the 21st century with a "gun" — a metaphor for perfume as a weapon of seduction. Fragrances that break rules and make bold statements of identity.
Frequently Asked Questions about Juliette Has a Gun
Who founded Juliette Has a Gun?
Juliette Has a Gun was founded in 2006 by Romano Ricci, great-grandson of legendary designer Nina Ricci and grandson of Robert Ricci who created L'Air du Temps. Romano, a self-taught perfumer and former race car driver, trained alongside master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian.
What does the name "Juliette Has a Gun" mean?
Shakespeare's Juliet is transported to the 21st century with a gun — a metaphor for perfume as a weapon of seduction. She's no longer the tragic heroine who dies for love, but an independent, bold woman in control of her own destiny.
What is Not a Perfume and why is it so famous?
Not a Perfume (2010) is the house's best-seller — a fragrance made from a single molecule, Cetalox (Ambroxan). Minimalist and pure, it has inspired many brands since. Some people cannot smell it due to musk anosmia, adding to its mystique.
What are the most popular Juliette Has a Gun fragrances?
Beyond Not a Perfume, popular scents include: Lady Vengeance and Miss Charming (the originals from 2006), Another Oud, Mad Madame, Lipstick Fever with iris and violet, MMMM... with vanilla and neroli, and the latest Miami Shake with strawberry and whipped cream.
Why do the fragrances have such unusual names?
Romano Ricci believes perfumery should have humour. Names like Another Oud, Mad Madame, Not a Perfume, and Anyway reflect the brand's rebellious spirit: fragrances for those who don't follow rules but create their own.
Where are Juliette Has a Gun fragrances made?
The fragrances are created in France, between Paris and Grasse — the world capital of perfumery. Romano Ricci also co-founded NOSE, an innovative perfumery in Paris where you can discover the complete collection and explore niche scents.
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