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Born into a family with a passion for scents, Julien Rasquinet discovered the olfactory riches of nature at a very early age. After graduating from business school, he changed direction after meeting one of France's greatest perfumers, Pierre Bourdon, who passed on his know-how and artistic vision, inherited from his own master, Edmond Roudnitska. He creates fragrances that reflect his taste for orientalism, combining spicy, woody, amber and floral notes. He also likes to play with contrasts...

From the passion for both the chinotto fruit and the artistic perfumery, Marco Abaton has the idea to capture the scent of all the different facets of this extraordinary citrus, using the flowers and the fruit, both green and ripe. Chinotto is a citrus plant coming from far away, but which finds its ideal home in Savona, a small coastal city in the Liguria Riviera of Ponente. Chinotto is generous. From its rich flowering, its leaves and peels, we could get scented extracts. The scents and...

Véronique Stambouli is an artist and perfume designer inspired by the "limitless" blending of raw materials: with her creations, she creates emotions with passion and gourmandise. She draws her inspiration from cooking, nature and travel.  Nature has never ceased to provide her with emotions and inspiration, as in Corsica, where "the smell of the scrubland mixed with the warmth of the runway gives me a feeling of well-being".  Beyond borders, Véronique admits to "opening her nostrils wide" in...

The brand name, Bellekin, was inspired by the French word for "beautiful" and the English word for "related," symbolizing the belief that fragrance is a way to connect with the world and those around us.

Dominique Ropion's creations are renowned for their perfect olfactory balance. He is a daring perfectionist who takes risks. His fragrances are architectural feats, balancing excessive doses of powerful ingredients with meticulously measured and more subtle accords, until the composition is perfectly balanced. He has received several awards and distinctions for his contribution to the perfume industry. He was made a Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2012 and received the Prix...

The FIFI Awards are the equivalent of the Oscars of perfumery, and each year they reward the best perfumes in different categories. We present the best niche fragrances, chosen by the Fragrance Foundations.

She was born in Grasse, the perfume capital of the world, where the unique climate has given rise to fields of May roses, jasmine, orange trees, tuberoses and violets - flowers that have written the history of Grasse and modern perfumery. This destiny will mark her creation and will become Karine Dubreuil's olfactory heritage. An inquisitive and generous eye, always favouring contact and human contact to better dedicate herself and express all her creativity. These are the characteristics...

STATE OF MIND, founded by Catherine Laskine-Balandina, offers an innovative approach to the olfactory experience, inspired by synesthesia. Let's find out more about this luxury niche brand.

Nicolas Beaulieu studied perfumery at ISIPCA in Versailles, then continued his training in New York and Shanghai. He is a demanding aesthete and passionate about his art, but also a discreet perfumer who doesn't seek the limelight. He lets his creations speak for themselves, reflecting his personality and expertise. He distinguishes himself by his elegant, romantic style, which highlights floral, oriental or woody notes. Nicolas Beaulieu is also an epicurean, a connoisseur of fine wines and...

Air travel is an experience in itself. For lovers of niche fragrances who see every journey as an opportunity to immerse themselves in luxury and elegance, the choice of which fragrance to take is crucial.

Do you like the idea of a unique fragrance that sets you apart from all the rest? Niche fragrances, with their confidential essence and high quality, are making a meteoric rise in the world of perfumes, transforming the olfactory landscape. Discover with us the bewitching origins of these exceptional fragrances, their unique character, and the impact they have had on the art of perfumery.

Caroline Dumur defines herself as a modern, daring and inquisitive perfumer, who likes to explore a variety of worlds, from floral to woody, fruity or gourmand. She draws inspiration from her memories, encounters and travels, as well as from art, music and cinema. Her aim is to create fragrances that have character, express personality and touch people at the deepest level. Caroline Dumur preserves her secret garden and prefers to let her creations speak for themselves, rather than dwell on...