The white champaca (kantil) tree once stood as a silent witness to the history of Kartini’s struggle.Under its shade, she would reflect, relax, and play — all within the grounds behind the pendapa of Jepara.It endured for a century and a half before finally falling to the wind.Yet, Kartini’s spirit and fight remain unwavering.This is the inspiration behind Kanthi Arum, a fragrance dedicated to her. Kanthi is a Javanese word meaning until it becomes, while Arum means fragrant or sweet-smelling.Together, they form the phrase until it becomes fragrant.The word Kanthi also closely resembles the pronunciation of kantil (white champaca), one of the highlight notes of Kanthi Arum. Fragrance Family: White Flowers, PowderyLongevity: 7–8 hours Top Notes: Mandarin, Honey, Orange BlossomMiddle Notes: White Champaca, Tuberose, JasmineBase Notes: Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Sandalwood
