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Amélie Bourgeois and Anne-Sophie Behaghel are two French perfumers who work together in the Flair studio. Amélie Bourgeois was born in the Landes region of France, where she grew up surrounded by the scents of nature. Her style is based on sensitivity, imagination and contrasts. She loves warm, woody and spicy notes, which she often combines with fresher, floral or fruity notes.  Anne-Sophie Behaghel was born in Paris, where she studied chemistry before turning to perfumery. Her style is...

Vanina Muracciole is a freelance perfumer who lives and works in Paris. She trained at ISIPCA and worked at Firmenich before setting up her own business in 2012. She is a member of the International Society of Perfumer-Creators and has her own laboratory. She creates fragrances for prestigious and exclusive clients, as well as for artistic and cultural projects. Her olfactory signature is based on emotion, which she brings to life through original and surprising combinations. She draws...

Cristiano Canali is an Italian-born perfumer known for his creative approach to perfumery, where he explores synergies and contrasts between ingredients to create new ideas.  He likes to work with floral notes such as magnolia, orange blossom, tuberose, jasmine and violet for their complexity and sensuality in composition, whatever the genre. Cristiano also loves animal derivatives such as castoreum, civet, and beeswax for their unique olfactory profile and warmth, even in small traces. He...

Olivier Pescheux, a renowned French perfumer, is the embodiment of olfactory excellence. From Bangkok to Paris, his international career has made him an iconic designer. His legacy includes iconic fragrances that testify to his ability to captivate the senses, and his authentic, pragmatic approach is reflected in the diversity of his creations.  Olivier Pescheux shapes each fragrance like a musical score, harmoniously balancing the notes. His creativity transcends convention, marking the...

Découvrez le mystère bien gardé des parfums de niche et plongez dans l'art exceptionnel de la parfumerie. Dans cet article, partez à la découverte de cet univers envoûtant où chaque flacon renferme l'essence d'une émotion. Préparez-vous à être transporté dans un voyage olfactif où la passion et la créativité se mêlent pour révéler des fragrances uniques, à la fois intemporelles et révolutionnaires.

Have you ever explored the captivating world of niche fragrances? Niche perfumes offer a unique and exclusive olfactory experience that will appeal to anyone who is sensitive to the magic of fragrance. Let's delve into its origins, what makes it so unique, and its impact on the world of perfume.

Domitille Michalon-Bertier loves the smell of the city's gardens. In the heart of Paris, she epitomizes the essence of the city, blending her roles as a woman, a mother, and a creator of fragrances. Her journey began with an olfactory adventure in the tropical paradise of Vanuatu during her childhood, imprinting a lasting connection with scents of woods and spices. Returning to France, she pursued her passion as a Senior Perfumer. Domitille's distinctive style, influenced by art and noir...

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...

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.