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Rachel K. Ng reviews Riders on CaFleureBon


sarah baker perfumes review by Rachel K. Ng, editor of CaFleureBon, 'Riders' by perfumer Ashley Eden Kessler

We’re delighted that Rachel K. Ng of ÇaFleureBon, has turned her attention to Riders, our newest eau de parfum by nose Ashley Eden Kessler.


Capturing the scents of countryside, hay and rich soil, warm heat of horse coats, smooth tack leathers, and energy of the ride are nearly impossible. I’ve long searched for a fragrance that can carry all this with me to inspire my daily routine. Sarah Baker Riders by independent perfumer Ashley Eden Kessler is exactly the scent that accomplishes this feat.

sarah baker perfumes review by Rachel K. Ng editor of CaFleureBon, 'Riders' by perfumer Ashley Eden Kessler

There is no denying Rachel's sincere enthusiasm for Riders, and her article is a delight to read. She is reminded of her family tradition of horse riding, and ultimately that horse-riding reference is something we aim to achieve.


Perfumer Ashley Eden Kessler has created a fragrance that captures the momentum and speed of equestrian pursuits, the actual feeling of galloping in the wind. To accomplish this, Ashley made a deep study of all things equine, “I spent time at the Empire Polo Fields smelling the horses and their environment, as well as the special leather of the tack and accoutrement, which is really the finest leather with the most buttery scent.”
sarah baker perfumes review by Rachel K. Ng editor of CaFleureBon, 'Riders' by perfumer Ashley Eden Kessler
Ashley Eden Kessler at the Institute for Art and Olfaction in LA

We love that Rachel bought her bottle at Luckyscent, and then took the time to contact Ashley Eden Kessler to get some key quotes about the process of creating Riders. There are some great quotes from Ashley in the article. For instance, here is a great tidbit about how the lily of the valley ended up being a key player in our equestrian-themed scent:


Lily of the valley washes all the animal muscle in a veil of grace. As Ashley explains, “I often wear the fragrance I am working on and during the development of Riders, I happened to meet a friend who was wearing a pure lily of the valley perfume. As we hugged and the two scents combined, I had the impression of the two together and Riders was complete.” This floral addition adds the requisite touch of brightness and elegance to the scene.
sarah baker perfumes review by Rachel K. Ng editor of CaFleureBon, 'Riders' by perfumer Ashley Eden Kessler

And, of course, our favourite story about the creation of Riders is how Ashley came about making such an expensive-smelling leather accord. It is really great that Rachel noticed this and has such complementary things to say about Riders. It's a unique perfume; one that we noticed is especially appreciated by those who have spent some time with horses.


Suederal® creates the anchor for the perfume’s leather accord which is inspired by the interior of a 1974 vintage Rolls Royce. The specific scent of the finest creamy leather and sheep skin floor mats is especially refined and luxe. Sarah Baker Perfumes Riders pulls from the entire world of equestrian social circles and manages to reverberate with its charm.


Thank you, Rachel, for your insightful words, and thank you once more, Ashley, for such a fantastic juice!

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