Creating a bespoke fragrance is a dream come true for fragrance aficionados. The celebrated tennis star and his wife reflect on the journey and how personal memories and characteristics are interpreted into olfactory creations.

Diptyque makes an eco-friendly move with their latest novelty in the home fragrance category. The new collection of refillable candles were inspired by uncommon locations around the world. Eco-consciousness comes with a price though…..220€($285) per candle!

As sales for fragrances grow on a global basis the demand for bottles, and particularly glass ones, has exploded. In this article several key suppliers talk about the current design trends, about matching esthetics to a brand’s unique story, and about sustainability measures.

There has always been a bit of mystery behind fragrance which used to add to the allure and the cachet of the product. But now, in the age of full disclosure, consumers are asking for transparency be it concerning the ingredients or the identity of the perfumer. Is the industry ready to embrace change?

As fragrance sales rise globally, so does the production of perfume dupes, those lower priced imitations of fine fragrances. The category is being called out for being ethically questionable and the equivalent of using technology to copy someone else’s work. But new technology may be able to trick the copying process.

The 21st edition of Pitti Fragranze, scheduled for 15 – 17 September, 2023, promises to offer plenty of options for multi-sensorial experiences. As revealed at last week’s press event, there will be more exhibitors than last year and a full schedule of conferences and workshops.

What is the impact of scent on emotions? While key oil houses are developing technology to create scents that will trigger specific responses, brands are launching scents meant to improve focus and enhance relaxation. We are in the days of “emotionally charged beauty” where your scent could help you conjure up a feeling.

Product safety is somewhat taken for granted nowadays, though the history of setting standards has roots that extend back for centuries. In this article we discover the origins of IFRA (the International Fragrance Association), and its importance in regulating the fragrance industry today.