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Arturetto Landi, operas for the nose

Arturetto Landi is Italian, trained as a chemist, and became a perfumer by chance. A temporary job at a fragrance company in England changed his path. After growing up on the Italian Riviera with a father who was a chef, he trained at H&R in Holzminden, then worked in New York, Paris, Tokyo, Hamburg, Vienna, and Dubai.

The Middle East introduced him to agarwood, which became the backbone of his work. His style is expansive, dense, and theatrical. He likes warm, woody, leathery oud, combined with resins, ambers, flowers, and spices. Contrasts prevail over restraint.

In 2014, he launched his own house. His philosophy can be summed up in five words: modesty, patience, imagination, passion, discernment.

Simone Lo Bue, Italian perfumer: from LVMH to niche perfumery

Simone Lo Bue is an Italian creative perfumer, Deputy R&D Director at Moellhausen since 2022.

Trained in chemistry and inspired by music, theater, and the arts, he designs fragrances as sensory narratives, where each raw material contributes to an emotion.

After international experience in cosmetics and perfumery, he established his signature in niche perfumery. His motto, “beautifying the world through fragrance,” sums up an expressive, sensitive, and deeply narrative approach to creation.

Jean-Claude Gigodot, the Discreet Artisan of Olfactory Creation

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The name Jean-Claude Gigodot may not be familiar to perfume lovers, as he is not one of those perfumers who get a lot of media coverage. Throughout his life, this creator of numerous niche fragrances was a discreet man who enjoyed great respect from his peers. In this article, we sketch the portrait of a perfumer in love with his craft, a leading figure in niche perfumery to whom we owe some of L'Artisan Parfumeur's major creations.

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Portrait of parfumer Maiada El Khalifa

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The first Franco-Sudanese perfumer, Maiada El Khalifa embodies boldness and innovation. After a successful career in finance and technology, this polymorphous woman who is also an artist founded her own niche perfume brand, TAYSHABA. Born in Sudan and having lived in several countries, she draws on her multicultural roots to create unique fragrances, combining Sudanese heritage with contemporary influences. This is how she defines her approach, where each creation is a symphony of daring and...

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Nine Unisexe Niche Fragrances for Autumn

Posted in: All articles, Niche Perfume Guide

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As the leaves turn golden and the air cools, autumn naturally invites us to wear warm, sensual fragrances. At SCENTISSIME, we've selected the perfect niche fragrances, each with a different take on autumn. Whether you're looking for a cosy, spicy, leathery or elegantly woody fragrance, whether it is unisex, feminine or masculine, discover these nine niche perfumes carefully chosen by our curator. Their enveloping scents will make you love this season when it's so good to snuggle up in...

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Biography of perfumer Nathalie Templer

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In the world of perfumery, few people manage to capture the essence of an era, a place or an emotion as accurately as Nathalie Templer. A true alchemist of scents, she plays with raw materials like a painter with colours, creating olfactory harmonies that leave a lasting impression. From Grasse to Dubai, her career is an ode to daring and passion. Nathalie Templer's creative approach is marked by a deep respect for the balance and simplicity of her formulas. She prefers to work with reduced...

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Kajal Niche Perfumes: A One-Minute Guide to Arabian Elegance

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Since its founding in 2014, KAJAL PARFUMS PARIS has created a unique niche for itself, blending the rich traditions of the East with the refined elegance of the West. Founded by two passionate visionaries, Kajal Parfums Paris is more than just a perfume house, it is a testament to the art of perfumery, where each scent tells a story of beauty, culture and timeless elegance.

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Portrait of perfumer Gökhan Şimşek

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Gökhan Şimşek is a perfumer who was born and raised in Turkey, but has made his home in the perfume capital of the world: Paris. With a background in chemistry and a passion for the art of perfumery, Şimşek has made a name for himself, notably signing Äican to Kajal Parfums Paris. In addition to his work as a perfumer, Gökhan Şimşek is also a writer and critic, and has contributed articles to Fragrantica and other fragrance publications. He is known for his poetic and emotional approach to...

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Portrait of perfumer Christian Carbonnel

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Christian Carbonnel (also known as Chris Maurice) is a fragrance creator whose career has been shaped by his family heritage and his passion for scents. Born into a family where the art of perfumery is a tradition, he literally grew up surrounded by bottles and essences, and this early immersion in the world of scents allowed him to develop an exceptional olfactory sensitivity. Christian Carbonnel is also known for his relentless pursuit of exceptional raw materials. Traveling the world, he...

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Portrait of perfumer Alix Miral

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Alix Miral developed a passion for perfume at a very early age. As a teenager, her collection of perfume posters marked the beginning of her true vocation. After studying chemistry at the University of Montpellier and ISIPCA, she began her career at Laboratoire Monique Remy in Grasse, before joining Chanel in Paris. There, she perfected her skills and developed an in-depth understanding of ingredients and olfactory compositions. Since 2001, Alix has been a key figure at DROM, working in New...

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Portrait of perfumer Valérie Garnush-Mentzel

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Valérie Garnuch-Mentzel began her career with Drom Fragrances in 1992. Initially working in quality control, she soon developed a real passion for fine fragrances. Her love of fragrances led her to explore the different facets of this field, from fine fragrances to personal care. Her career at Drom took her to offices in Paris, Munich and New York, where she honed her craft and broadened her horizons. Today, she is head perfumer and one of the most important noses at Drom Fragrances' Munich...

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Urs Castelletti and David Chieze, the noses behind Faris by Kajal

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Urs Castelletti, an established perfumer with over 30 years' experience, and David Chieze, a young perfumer who loves to experiment and innovate, have together created “Faris by Kajal”, a fragrance that has captivated perfume lovers the world over. Discover their joint portrait here.

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Portrait of perfumer Kevin Mathys

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Kévin Mathys developed a passion for fragrances at an early age, mixing scents from childhood and learning about raw materials on the Internet. After studying in Montpellier, he joined the CPL team in Dubai. Kévin applies the fragrances he creates in a personal way, quoting Coco Chanel: “Where you want to be kissed”. He firmly believes in the emotional power of fragrances and their ability to become an integral part of life. This commitment is reflected in his choice of raw materials,...

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Patrick Müller: A citizen of the world and a perfumer in the making

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Born in Bahrain and raised in Switzerland, England, and the USA, Patrick Müller's global upbringing not only made him a true globetrotter but also allowed him to experience the best of all worlds. He is interested in raw materials, applications, technology and fragrance chemistry. This enthusiasm has led him to delve into niche and oriental fragrances, exploring their applications such as Bakhoor and the typically oriental raw materials: Oud, Amber and Musk. For Patrick Müller, oriental...

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