China & Japan’s Fragrance Markets & Culture
I wanted to take a look at the Asian fragrance markets, and to specifically highlight the cultural attitudes towards perfumery in China and Japan. The former is undergoing some small changes in...
View ArticleFrederic Malle, Estee Lauder & Perfume Industry Changes
As many of you know by now, Estee Lauder has purchased Les Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle after a two-month spending spree that included Le Labo and Rodin Olio Lusso. The sale of Le Labo — a niche...
View ArticleThe New Nicolai Era: An Interview with Patricia & Axel de Nicolaï
A new era is dawning at Parfums de Nicolai, the venerable brand that was one of the pioneers of niche perfumery. Founded and led by the legendary Patricia de Nicolaï, the company recently celebrated...
View ArticleThe Life of a “Nose”: One Perfumer’s Story
What’s it like to be a professional nose? How difficult is it to become one? How does one deal with the restrictions inherent in perfume creation, whether IFRA/EU-related, a client’s brief, or basic...
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