Corso Como 88 Brings Acqua dell’Elba and Buti Pelletterie to Manila

Multi-brand store continues to showcase Italian craftsmanship through two luxury brands

Corso Como 88, a multi-brand store celebrated for its exquisite collection of renowned Italian and European labels, is thrilled to announce the addition of two iconic luxury brands to its curated collection: Acqua dell’Elba and Buti Pelletterie.

Known for their exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance, Acqua dell’Elba and Buti Pelletterie are perfect additions to Corso Como 88’s wide array of iconic brands such as AlaÏa, Valentino, Cult Gaia, Moynat, Pinel et Pinel, Sequoia, Lancaster, and the recently launched Biagini, to name a few.

"We are thrilled to introduce Acqua dell’Elba and Buti Pelletterie here in Manila," said Imelda Menguito-Sciandra, President and CEO of Corso Como 88. "These brands perfectly complement our existing offerings, showcasing the best of Italian luxury and craftsmanship. I believe that these products elevate our goal to offer quality products to Filipino fashion enthusiasts.”

Acqua dell’Elba, a renowned luxury fragrance brand, brings the enchanting allure of the Tuscan archipelago to Manila through its range of captivating scents that evoke a sense of tranquility and relaxation, perfectly capturing the essence of Italian summer. Aside from fragrances, Acqua dell’Elba also offers a line of home and bath products.

Acqua dell’Elba takes pride in the scents that they offer, such as:

- Essenza di un'Isola Acqua

A unisex perfume that stands out for its aquatic and floral fragrance that settles into a skin scent.

Notes: citrus fruits, marine algae, myrtle flowers, cedarwood, sea-moss, and myrtle berries. 

- Classica for her

A refreshing, clean fragrance, perfect for those looking for that timeless, sophisticated scent.

Notes: orange, myrtle, gardenia, jasmine, sea cistus, Mediterranean shrubs

- Classica for him

An aromatic aquatic fragrance with hints of citrus and seaweed.

Notes: mandarin, lemon and rosemary, marine algae, musk and Mediterranean shrubs

- Arcipelago (for him)

A masculine perfume with aromatic fragrance with herbal and woody notes, perfect for those who are always looking to try out different scents.

Notes: sage, pepper and rosemary, lily-of-the-valley and jasmine, wood of Mediterranean shrubs, cedarwood and cypress

- Arcipelago (for her)

A feminine perfume that gives out a fresh, clean, and aquatic scent, matching perfectly for those who are always on the go.

Notes: lemon, mandarin, apricot, jasmine, helichrysum, acacia, orange blossom, cedar, strawberry tree, and musk.

- Sport

A unisex perfume that brings out a clean, creamy, powdery lemon scent, just right for those who prefer to feel fresh.

Notes: citrus fruits, jasmine, lily of the valley, geranium, sea lily, sage, cedar wood, and strawberry tree wood.

Meanwhile, Buti Pelletterie is a heritage brand famous for crafting exceptional leather goods since the 1950s in Tuscany. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each Buti product is a perfect blend of artistry and luxury.

The Buti Pelletterie bags that are showcased and currently available in Corso Como 88’s shelves in different colors are:

- Cassiopea

A large tote bag with long, comfortable leather handles, perfect match for those who always carry necessities yet want to go in style.

- Man Briefcase in Palmellato Leather

A briefcase with adjustable shoulder strap, fit for every office day.

- Fannie Calf

A tote bag with two laces and a closure, which gives off a simple yet sophisticated and timeless appeal.

- Cometa Small printed Alce

A soft light messenger bag with a safe flaps closure. Its back side has a long open pocket, perfect for casual dates and hangouts.

More about Acqua dell’Elba

Acqua dell’Elba started out with a shared passion for perfumes among its three founders: Fabio, Chiara, and Marco. The perfume line is inspired by the Italian Mediterranean island Elba. The luxury brand is best known for incorporating aquatic scenes into its offerings like perfumes and bath products.

At present, Acqua dell'Elba has 32 single-brand shops–27 in Italy and 5 abroad–and a distribution network of more than 1,000 customer perfume stores in Italy and the rest of Europe. The fragrance line has also set its eye on foreign markets for the rest of the world to experience the beauty and essence of the sea through its products.

Aside from perfumes, Acqua dell’Elba also offers bath and skin care products, home fragrances, scented candles, as well as fabrics like bathrobes and towels.More about Buti Pelletterie

Buti Pelletterie is a Tuscan leather goods company founded in the 1950s by Pilade Buti. Since then, the brand’s creations have triumphed in international markets because of its elegance and unicity, which were made in exclusive prints in infinite color ranges.

Buti continues to stay true to its promise in meeting the desires of quality, luxury, and elegance of many customers around the world.

About Corso Como 88

Corso Como 88, purveyor of Italian and European luxury labels, is the official and exclusive distributor for several coveted bag and shoes brands, and fragrance lines from Europe.

Corso Como 88 is located at Level 3 of One Ayala Mall in Makati City and the Ground Floor of Ayala 30th in Pasig City. For the latest in fashion and style, visit www.corsocomo88.com and follow Corso Como 88 on Instagram and Facebook.