Kashmina Touch Max Mara

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2008
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening
Best For

Fragrance Story

Kashmina Touch by Max Mara is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Kashmina Touch was launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Cresp. Top notes are Amaretto and Amalfi Lemon; middle notes are Bitter Orange and Floral Notes; base notes are Cashmere Wood, Cedar and Musk.

Composition Profile

woody 100%
musky 85%
citrus 70%
almond 60%
fruity 50%
amber 40%
powdery 35%

About the Perfumer

Olivier Cresp

Olivier Cresp

Olivier Cresp is a renowned French perfumer and a master at Grasse, best known for co-founding the fragrance house Akro. His style balances rich gourmand notes with elegant floral compositions, often highlighting unexpected contrasts. Representative works include the cocoa-infused Rose Cocoa Aerin and the vibrant, sunlit Tuberose Le Jour Aerin, as well as Akro’s Bake, which captures the scent of a lemon tart. Cresp’s influence is widely felt through his pioneering use of edible accords in fine fragrance.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Amaretto Amaretto
Amalfi Lemon Amalfi Lemon

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Bitter Orange Bitter Orange
Floral Notes Floral Notes

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Cashmere Wood Cashmere Wood
Cedar Cedar
Musk Musk
Unique Character

Kashmina Touch Max Mara by Max Mara offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Kashmina Touch Max Mara embodies the distinctive style of Max Mara while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Lover Archetype: Portrait of Kashmina Touch Max Mara

Essence

The Lover is the archetype of passion, intimacy, and deep connection. Kashmina Touch embodies this with its warm, enveloping embrace. The opening of amaretto and Amalfi lemon is a sweet, intoxicating promise, while the heart of bitter orange and floral notes adds a touch of complexity and longing. The base of cashmere wood, cedar, and musk is a soft, sensual caress, a fragrance that whispers of whispered secrets and tender moments.

Style & Aesthetic

The Lover's style is sensual, elegant, and deeply personal. They favor soft, luxurious fabrics like cashmere, silk, and velvet in warm, intimate tones-deep burgundy, rich cream, and soft amber. Their aesthetic is one of understated seduction, with an emphasis on texture and touch. They might wear a cashmere wrap, a simple silk slip, or a perfectly worn-in leather jacket. Their beauty is in their warmth.

Philosophy & Values

The Lover values connection, intimacy, and the beauty of human emotion. They believe that love is the highest truth and that vulnerability is a strength. Their philosophy is one of giving and receiving, of creating a safe space for others to be their true selves. They seek to understand and be understood, to touch and be touched, in the deepest sense.

Relationships

In relationships, the Lover is devoted, passionate, and deeply attuned to their partner's needs. They are generous with their affection and create a world of shared intimacy. Their love is a warm, comforting presence, like a cashmere blanket on a cold night. They are the one who remembers the small details, who offers a gentle touch, who makes you feel seen and cherished.

Lifestyle

The Lover's life is filled with rituals of care and connection. They might start the day with a slow, shared breakfast, spend the evening cooking a special meal, and end the night with a long, warm bath. Their home is a sanctuary of soft lighting, plush textures, and sensual pleasures-scented candles, fresh flowers, and a well-stocked wine rack. They savor every moment of connection.

Shadow

The Lover's shadow is a tendency towards codependency and a fear of being alone. They may lose themselves in their relationships, sacrificing their own needs for the sake of connection. Their desire for intimacy can become a need for control, and their warmth can sometimes smother. They must learn that true love includes self-love and that solitude can be a form of intimacy with oneself.

Conclusion

Kashmina Touch is the scent of the Lover, a warm and sensual fragrance that celebrates the beauty of human connection. It is an invitation to embrace vulnerability, to give and receive love, and to find the deepest comfort in the arms of another.