The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Pierre Stephane Rubis composed Makali for Blancheide in 2016. The name carries an eastern cadence, and the composition follows that thread: frankincense and myrrh enter the opening alongside bergamot. The resins establish a warm, resinous character, while the citrus note adds brightness to the first impression. What emerges is a portrait of warmth rendered with precision, with layers of resin, spice, floral softness, sweetness, and musk unfolding across the composition.
Frankincense and myrrh establish Makali's resinous opening, joined by bergamot for a brighter opening accent. The heart introduces Grasse jasmine and peppermint, creating a floral and cool contrast within the composition. Polynesian ylang-ylang adds another floral layer before the base develops into a combination of Bourbon vanilla, Siam benzoin, styrax, and white musk. The vanilla and benzoin lend sweetness, while styrax contributes depth and resinous weight. White musk gives the final composition a smooth finish, balancing the darker notes with a soft, wearable texture.
The evolution
Makali opens with frankincense, myrrh, and bergamot. The resins create a dry, aromatic introduction, while bergamot contributes a bright citrus contrast. The heart brings together Grasse jasmine, peppermint, and Polynesian ylang-ylang. Jasmine adds a floral dimension, peppermint introduces a cool accent, and ylang-ylang contributes a fuller floral character. The base develops around Bourbon vanilla, Siam benzoin, styrax, and white musk. Vanilla and benzoin bring sweetness, styrax adds a darker resinous quality, and white musk smooths the composition. Together, these notes create a warm progression from bright resin and citrus to floral richness and a soft, sweet drydown.
Cultural impact
Makali can be explored through its distinctive combination of frankincense, myrrh, bergamot, jasmine, peppermint, ylang-ylang, vanilla, benzoin, styrax, and white musk. Its appeal lies in the contrast between bright citrus and aromatic resins, floral notes, cool peppermint, and a rounded sweet base. The composition invites attention to texture and layering, bringing together resinous, floral, spicy, vanilla-rich, and musky elements in a warm and expressive scent profile.
The House
BlancheideBlancheide began as a modest Italian perfume house in the mid‑1990s, building a quiet reputation for refined, nature‑inspired scents. After two decades of steady growth, Officina Parfum acquired the label in 2015 and set out to introduce its collections to a broader, international audience. Today the brand offers a curated portfolio that includes Argentique (2019), Joa (2016), and the recent L’Eau Lita (2023), each framed by a restrained aesthetic and a focus on olfactory clarity. Blancheide positions itself as a bridge between classic Italian sensibility and contemporary minimalist design, inviting collectors to explore nuanced compositions without the clutter of overt branding.
The Creator
Pierre Stephane RubisRubis favors a minimalist palette that highlights contrast. He often pairs bright citrus top notes with deep, resinous bases, letting the middle bridge act as a fleeting pause.
