This two-volume hardcover book set explores the history and cultural influence of the iconic N°5 fragrance, tracing its story from its 1921 origins through decades of fashion, film, advertising, and popular culture. Each cloth-bound volume combines archival photography, period illustrations, and editorial writing in a visually rich black-and-white presentation.

The set arrives in a rigid clamshell presentation box, giving it the presence of both a reference book and a decorative coffee table object. Display it on a bookshelf, console, or coffee table where its graphic covers and fashion-focused subject can become part of the room.

— Two hardcover volumes in a rigid clamshell presentation box.

— Cloth-bound covers with sewn binding.

— Printed on heavy stock throughout.

— Volume one covers the period 1921–1945; volume two explores the subsequent decades.

— Illustrated throughout with archival photography and period artwork.

— Box finished in high-contrast black and white with ribbon pull tab.

— Box dimensions not confirmed — refer to retailer listing for exact measurements.

— Handle with clean, dry hands to preserve cover finish.
— Store in the clamshell box when not in use to protect spines and page edges.
— Keep away from direct sunlight and humidity to prevent fading or warping.
— Do not stack heavy objects on top of the box.

Shipping calculated at checkout.

30-day returns on unused pieces.

The Story

This two-volume hardcover book set explores the history and cultural influence of the iconic N°5 fragrance, tracing its story from its 1921 origins through decades of fashion, film, advertising, and popular culture. Each cloth-bound volume combines archival photography, period illustrations, and editorial writing in a visually rich black-and-white presentation.

The set arrives in a rigid clamshell presentation box, giving it the presence of both a reference book and a decorative coffee table object. Display it on a bookshelf, console, or coffee table where its graphic covers and fashion-focused subject can become part of the room.

Details & Materials

— Two hardcover volumes in a rigid clamshell presentation box.

— Cloth-bound covers with sewn binding.

— Printed on heavy stock throughout.

— Volume one covers the period 1921–1945; volume two explores the subsequent decades.

— Illustrated throughout with archival photography and period artwork.

— Box finished in high-contrast black and white with ribbon pull tab.

Dimensions

— Box dimensions not confirmed — refer to retailer listing for exact measurements.

Care
— Handle with clean, dry hands to preserve cover finish.
— Store in the clamshell box when not in use to protect spines and page edges.
— Keep away from direct sunlight and humidity to prevent fading or warping.
— Do not stack heavy objects on top of the box.
Shipping & Returns

Shipping calculated at checkout.

30-day returns on unused pieces.

READ IT SLOW

A century of one scent, bound in two volumes

Set it on the coffee table still boxed, or crack the first volume on a quiet afternoon — the archival photographs and period illustrations hold your attention long past the page you meant to stop at.

A century of one scent, bound in two volumes