Siam1928 Chimphli Eau de Parfum

CHIMPHLI | Kapok flowers bloom in Himmapan so fair, Red blossoms bright, a stunning, bold affair, Their scent entices hearts with longing’s lure, Great Garuda feels his soul’s unrest endure. The fragrance wafts to realms of the underworld, Where men and women climb with hopes unfurled, Thorns tear their flesh, they fall from branches high, Yet climb again, entrapped, till ages pass them by.

Perfumer: Nutt Wesshasartar

Top Notes: Lemon, Pink Pepper, Rum (Jamaica)
Middle Notes: Beeswax, Cumin, Kapok flower
Base Notes: Ambrette Seed, Thai Oud (Trat), Immotelle

CHIMPHLI | “Chimphli” is a fragrance inspired by Thai mythology, weaving together the legend of Chimphli Abode—the celestial residence of Phaya Suban (the Garuda King)—and the kapok tree, a symbol of both sweetness and pain.

The Chimphli Abode is said to rest atop a towering kapok tree, bridging
the human realm and the underworld. According to legend, Garudas draw
their power from the nectar of kapok flowers, which grants them the
strength to fulfill their divine duties. Without it, they would be too weak to
act as protectors.

In Thai beliefs, kapok trees also play a role in the punishment of sinners in
the underworld. These sinners are forced to climb thorny kapok trees while
being tormented by the guardians of hell.

Kapok trees thrive in northern Thailand, their flowers ranging from red to
orange, yellow, and white. Dried kapok stamens are used in local dishes
such as Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao and Kaeng Khae. Meanwhile, kapok
fibers are woven into textiles or stuffed into pillows and mattresses, valued
for their breathability. The unique scent and taste of kapok nectar also
make it a favored source for honey production.

Chimphli captures this rich heritage in a fragrance both enticing and
multifaceted. It opens with the refreshing zest of Lemon and Pink Pepper,
mingling with the intoxicating warmth of Jamaican Rum. The heart reveals
a sweet yet earthy blend of Beeswax and Kapok Flower, enhanced by the
spice of Cumin. The base notes deepen the composition with the animalic
nuance of Ambrette Seed, the smoky richness of Thai Oud, and a caramellike sweetness from Immortelle.

Chimphli is more than a perfume, it is an olfactory journey through Thai
legends and culture, capturing strength, allure, and the natural beauty of
Thailand in every drop.