Cleo May is an old formula that has come to be associated with working girls and the service industry.
 
 
Its name hints at its older antecedents, such as “Cleopatra” or the now-incredibly-rare “Cleopatra May I”.
 
 
Historically these perfumes were part of the craft of southern conjure. Older folks used to say that Cleo May was good for anyone who worked front of house, or anyone who worked for tips, to increase charm and open wallets.
 
 
Some folks would even be bold enough to explain its long term association with more… intimate forms of caring work. Old timers say that it certainly shines in those applications, but that Cleo May always saw a wider audience than that too.
 
 
In any case, we MAKE NO CLAIMS as to the supernatural effects of any of our products. We share with you this historical information for its folkloric and cultural value.
 
 
We proudly present to you this Cleo May Extrait de Parfum as a CURIO ONLY. Please enjoy this fine fragrance inspired by the history of magic & folklore.
 
We like to think Cleopatra herself would have enjoyed it too.
 
 
 
“Sometimes she shines, and I know
Beauty has her way
With her hooks and her grace
Beauty has her way…”
 
 
-Mummy Calls, “Beauty Has Her Way” (1986)