Creations Inspired by the Ligurian Universe
Ligyes is born from the soul of Liguria, where sea and mountains gently meet, and silent villages overlook the horizon, guardians of ancient memories and a timeless light.
The project draws inspiration from Paolo Montanaro, the brand’s Creative Director and a veterinary doctor, who lived between England and the United States while always carrying with him the scent of his homeland. From afar, Liguria became an inner map — a constant desire to transform impressions interweaving land, memory, and culture into fragrance.
In Santa Maria del Bosco (Savona), where the family’s historic residence stands, he finds his refuge: woods, vegetable gardens, basil, figs, violets, and citrus trees. Above all, the olive groves and family cultivations — documented as far back as the 14th century — represent a profound bond with the land, still nurtured today with dedication and passion.
Perfumery becomes rigorous study and continuous research through training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery, Mouillettes & Co. in Parma, Ateneo dell’Olfatto, and ISIPCA in Versailles.
Each creation arises from an “olfactory vision”: an essential story that takes shape through dialogue with master perfumers such as Luca Maffei, Maurizio Cerizza, and Bertrand Duchaufour. Exchanges unfold, trials are refined, sometimes bringing moments of waiting and frustration. Some results require patience: Bleu de Gênes, conceived as the first creation of the collection, came to life only after three years of work.
Knowing how to wait is part of our DNA: nothing should be forced; every birth has its own time, and that time must be respected.
Ligyes creates personal and home fragrances capable of evoking a timeless space — that of the soul. These are perfumes that speak about us, whispering emotions without ever shouting; they do not invade a space, they complete it. They do not chase trends; they are designed to endure, a bridge between past and future.
Ligyes embodies elegance and Italian craftsmanship, recognizable at first glance. The minimalist packaging reflects a conscious choice: to restore centrality to the content and affirm an authentic commitment to sustainability.
A project that unites deep roots and contemporary vision, transforming territory into a universal olfactory experience.