Jordi Fernandez: his career, his style, his emblematic fragrances

24/04/2025

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"The dense, mysterious scent of oud, mingled with the burning spices of a Dubai souk" left an indelible mark on Jordi Fernandez's senses. This olfactory memory marks the beginning of the journey of a self-taught Spanish perfumer, now Senior Perfumer at Givaudan and a leading figure in niche perfumery. In this portrait, plunge into the heart of his sensory universe, discover how he blends excellence in raw materials and molecular innovation to create rare fragrances, and learn why his creations are among the top choices forniche perfumes on SCENTISSIME. Whether you're a lover of bewitching sillage or curious about new olfactory emotions, get ready to explore the subtle art of Agarwood, the "Master of Oud's" signature, and discover your next fragrant crush.

When the Smell of Incense Changes a Life

"I still remember the smell of incense wafting through the air during processions in Catalonia... It was mystical, almost unreal. That scent stayed with me for a long time."

Jordi Fernandez recalls his very first encounter with the evocative power of a fragrance through an emotional childhood memory. Today, a senior perfumer at Givaudan, he is one of those designers whose name has left its mark on the world of perfumery. Renowned for his meticulous work with oud and his sensory approach inspired by oriental traditions, he divides his time between Barcelona and Dubai, constantly searching for the right accords and powerful contrasts.

From Autodidact to Great Perfumer

Born in Catalonia, Jordi Fernandez didn't follow the classic academic path of the great perfume schools. A passionate autodidact, he first cut his teeth at Eurofragrance in Barcelona, where his scientific rigor and creative instinct were quickly noticed. His approach is nourished by a visceral link with the scents of his childhood: the salt of Mediterranean sea spray, the resins of pine forests, the warmth of a spice market.

But it was during his sojourns in the Middle East that his vocation was fully affirmed. There, he discovered the intimacy of olfactory rituals, the richness of oud, musk and incense. He observed, listened and learned. "By immersing myself in local cultures, I came to understand that each place carries within it a library of scents to be interpreted."

The Language of Fragrance by Jordi Fernandez

For Jordi Fernandez, each fragrance is a dialogue between the silence of the raw material and the tumult of human emotions. His signature? A harmonious tension between opulence and simplicity. He loves noble raw materials, often used in overdose, which he combines with innovative molecules derived from research.

Oud, which he handles with unequalled finesse, becomes smoky, leathery, milky and luminous. In "Montblanc Explorer", co-written with Antoine Maisondieu and Olivier Pescheuxhe injects a breath of elegant adventure. For Atelier Versace, he creates architectural fragrances in which each note plays its part with precision. As for "Tonka Hysteria" for D'ORSAY, it's a warm, sensual waltz between tonka bean and patchouli.

Plume Impression's must-haves by Jordi Fernandez: Oud, Leather and Spices

For niche fragrance brand Plume Impression, Jordi Fernandez has composed three olfactory narratives, each worthy of a place in your collection.

Dualité Magnifique plays on the contrast between the invigorating freshness of bergamot and the milky depth of oud, ideal for those seeking a fragrance that reflects a complex, nuanced personality. Élégance Cuirée marries supple leather with smoky patchouli accents and a hint of clove, perfect for giving your presence a character that's both assertive and sensual. Finally, Que Tal unfurls a spicy, floral bouquet where the warmth of pepper mingles with the sweetness of jasmine, offering a vibrant trail that captures attention while retaining a reassuring familiarity.

The image shows a perfume bottle from the Electimuss brand, highlighted by colorful lighting. The bottle has an elegant shape, with a red base and shiny gold cap. In the background, colored glass panels in shades of yellow, violet and red create a vibrant, reflective light effect. The luxurious design of the bottle, with a decorative medallion, is accentuated by the reflections of the colors, adding an artistic dimension to the composition.

Each of these three "juices" embodies Fernandez's creative imprint and promises, on your skin, a truly personal signature - an invitation to discover these rare pieces on SCENTISSIME.

Beyond Creation: A Vision of Perfume

For Fernandez, perfume is a medium, a vector of emotions, but also a manifesto. He admires the ability of niche perfumes to break with convention and offer free, enduring, deeply personal compositions. "I like it when a fragrance provokes a reaction. Comfort isn't always the goal."

Collaborating with scientists, he also pushes the boundaries of formulation, seeking unprecedented alliances between tradition and technology. This experimental approach never distracts him from his ideal: to create powerful, addictive, almost living scents.

The Perfumer Behind the Bottles

Jordi Fernandez prefers the shadows of the laboratory to the spotlight. He almost never wears perfume in everyday life, to preserve the purity of his nose. He finds inspiration in nature, encounters and music. Patchouli is his olfactory refuge: a material he considers timeless, textured and constantly evolving.

His commitment is also ethical. He campaigns for a more conscious perfumery, one that values natural resources without exhausting them. And when he collaborates with young brands, he doesn't hesitate to share his experience, convinced that transmission is a form of creation in itself.

Why we follow him closely

At SCENTISSIME, we believe in talent that gives deep meaning to creation. Jordi Fernandez is one of them. His fragrances are invitations to explore other sensory territories, to feel elsewhere without naming it, to make buried memories resonate.

Treat yourself to the excellence of her compositions, carefully selected by our curator. Free delivery throughout the European Union, free returns, personalized advice sCENTISSIME accompanies you in your quest for the fragrance that suits you. To smell. To experience.

Would you like to feel the olfactory signature of Jordi Fernandez on your skin? Discover on SCENTISSIME the fragrances he signed for PLUME IMPRESSION. Which one will sweep you off your feet?

Jordi Fernandez's creations on SCENTISSIME

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