Embracing the spirit of the 15th Singapore Night Festival, an immersive olfactory installation titled ‘Scents of Being’ is unveiled at the National Design Centre, exploring the intricate relationship between scent and self. From 23 August to 7 September, a mystical forest housing our range of Eaux de Parfum invites you to embark on a journey of aromatic discovery.
Marking our second collaboration with the Singapore Night Festival, we present ‘Scents of Being,’ an olfactory installation that delves into the intricate relationship between scent and self. Running from 23 August to 7 September 2024 at the National Design Centre, this immersive showcase celebrates the festival’s theme, ‘Art of Play,’ and the rich heritage of the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct.
Installation viewing hours Sunday to Thursday 11:00am - 9:00pm Friday to Saturday 11:00am - 12:00mn
Each day, enveloped in a kaleidoscope of aromas, we breathe in the subtleties and stories shaped by our surroundings. Scent encourages us to engage with the world on a deeply emotional level—blurring the present with the past and transporting our minds to uncharted territories.
Any predilection for a particular scent echoes one’s past experiences, inherent inclinations, and the ephemeral moods of the moment, all resonating with the multifaceted layers of human complexity and identity.
‘Scents of Being’ pays homage to this visceral connection. Nestled within the restored complex, a mystical forest of arboreal structures, softly illuminated from within, beckons visitors to explore Aesop’s range of Eaux de Parfum. Each scent whether inspired by myth, poetry, art, or nature acts as a guiding light in the forest, sparking curiosity and illuminating paths to new horizons.
Should fortune smile upon you, you might be approached by one of our ‘Scents of Being’ guides with a chance ticket to present at select Aesop stores. There, our consultants will reveal if your ticket number harbours a stroke of luck, perhaps unlocking a special surprise.
Among the unconventional aromas found at ‘Scents of Being’ lies the newest addition to our fragrance range—Virēre Eau de Parfum. Buoyant and fresh, it conjures a yearning for bygone summers—inspired by warm days bathed in sunlight, wandering among leafy surrounds.
The Singapore Night Festival is an annual celebration of the city’s vibrant cultural heritage and artistic expression. This year, marking its 15th edition, the festival extends its festivities from 23 August to 7 September, offering three weekends of art, music, and entertainment. Held in the Bras Basah.Bugis Precinct, Singapore’s arts and heritage district, the festival transforms historic streets into a luminous canvas of light installations, improvisational theatre, aerial performances, and film screenings.
For those eager to sidestep the well-trodden paths of Orchard Road and Marina Bay, a textured journey through the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct is highly recommended. In Singapore’s vibrant arts and heritage district, the lines between past and present blur, with preserved buildings standing as silent custodians of a rich, evolving culture. This district—slightly unpolished perhaps, yet profoundly authentic—has served as a cultural crucible where diverse communities have mingled over the centuries, creating memories in cinemas, theatres, bustling hawker centres and nightlife venues.
Explore at your leisure, let your senses guide you, and perhaps, find a small piece of the metropolis to call your own.
‘Come, wander with me, for the moonbeams are bright / On river and forest, o’er mountain and lea.’