Diptyque

Founded on 34 Boulevard Saint-Germain by a trio of French designers, its brand name is derived from the Ancient Greek word Diptych, meaning a two-panel image, a reflection of the designer's early interest in cryptography.

[1] The company produces perfumes (colognes), scented candles, skincare, soaps, and oil diffusers.

[3] The first shop they opened sold fabric designs and various decorative items, but by 1963, they had introduced scented candles.

[4] The signature black and white labels affixed to the candles were designed and hand-drawn by Knox-Leet.

[5] After Knox-Leet's sudden death in 1993, following an operation for appendicitis, Coueslant took over the design of the labels, and Mohamed Lataoui, another friend, became managing director.

Products on display at Diptyque
Candles on display at Diptyque