Mugler launched Angel, the pioneering gourmand perfume created by Olivier Cresp and Yves de Chiris in 1992.
Angel was developed for the French fashion house Thierry Mugler and became one of the defining fragrances of the modern gourmand style. Its composition combined sweet edible-like notes with patchouli, creating a striking contrast that differed from many mainstream perfumes of the period.
The fragrance was introduced in 1992, although its distinctive star-shaped bottle and unusual scent profile helped it remain associated with the 1990s long afterward. Mugler later became known for refillable bottles and refill services, an unusual feature in luxury fragrance retail.
A common mix-up is calling the perfume Thierry Mugler Angel. Thierry Mugler was the fashion designer and original brand name, while Mugler is the shorter brand name used today. Angel should also not be confused with Alien, another Mugler fragrance launched later in 2005.