The Founder

Questions about empty bottles arose for Megumi Otsuka while selling overseas perfumes. From four fragrances in 2008 to removable sprays, clear glass painted brown, and in-store refilling in 2021, explore the background of AUX PARADIS alongside its choice of materials for Fleur.

From organic farming to what touches the skin: trace Carole Bamford’s journey and fragrances inspired by woodland and garden walks with her family, and leaves grown in her glasshouse.

From brush making in 1869 to perfume: explore Acca Kappa’s history and craftsmanship through fourth-generation Elisa Gera’s studies and work abroad, requests from American customers, and White Moss, born from memories of Cyprus.

After a career in fashion, Yasmin Sewell launched Vyrao in London in 2021. Explore the founder’s journey, her collaboration with Lyn Harris, emotion-led fragrance creation, and the background to the brightly colored bottles.

Founded in Hong Kong by painter Jasper Li and fashion buyer Adrian Yu, TOBBA PARFUMS draws on the name of Li’s father’s studio, self-taught perfumery, everyday Hong Kong scents, and collaboration with an outside perfumer. Follow the creative path behind the brand.

Summers in Hawaii, a bouquet of white flowers, and a small Malibu boutique. Explore kai fragrance, born from Gaye Straza’s memories, through its founding story and two scents.

“The material itself is often the design.”— Niels Strøyer ChristophersenTo see FRAMA as a perfume brand is to grasp only...

“If I am the director, the fragrance ingredients are the actors appearing in the film.”— Nicolas Dewitte (founder and cr...

“I brought together my own two cultures, France and America. That was the beginning of the name ‘French Cowboy.’”— Ashle...

“To me, scent is like a painting that is invisible to the eye and experienced through the nose.”— Aistis MickevičiusBorn...