Promoting innovation and high creativity in the development of Niche Perfumery and Cosmetics

2025 . 06 . 30 written by Karen Marin

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The People of Niche Perfumery

Fragrance lovers

The Art of the Blend: Collaborations as the Next Wave in Niche Perfumery

Fragrance brands have been collaborating with other companies for quite some time now. It’s a winning strategy that boosts brand exposure, opens new markets, sparks creativity, and builds credibility. For niche perfume houses, such collaborations offer a unique opportunity to grow their audience and deepen community engagement.

Yet with all one stands to gain, why are so few brands getting in on the game?

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2025 . 06 . 30 selected by Editorial Board

Retail

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Perfume

Selfridges ushers in the future of fragrance with AI perfume matchmaker

There’s a reimagined way to shop for fragrance, now available at the Thameem counter at Selfridges. Users select words that resonate with them while testing scent and then Kaorium, a high tech diagnostic tool powered by AI can recommend fragrances that align with their emotional response and sensory preferences. Check it out on your next trip to London.

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Technology, storytelling and fragrance come together in an immersive experience

2025 . 06 . 30 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

R&D

Is AI Transforming Fragrance Creation for the Better?

A very interesting opinion piece that warns us of the power of AI. When the creative elements are left to automation, are we losing the arts of craftsmanship and design? Is AI enabling fast fragrance that will be forgettable? Will fragrances be created as easily as content is generated? A thought provoking read.

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Are we in danger of losing artistry?

2025 . 06 . 30 selected by Editorial Board

The People of Niche Perfumery

Retail

Fragrance lovers

We Love This Store: Parfum Le Dance, Richmond London

Essencional scans the press for news of interest to the niche perfume community. Here is a recently opened boutique in London that has created the feeling of a curated salon with an eclectic mix of local and international artisan fragrance brands. It’s a place to linger, to discover and to revel in the universe of scent.

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A niche fragrance haven in Southwest London
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Have you ever asked yourself what’s behind the world of artistic perfumery? We have collected numbers, conversations, and trends of a world that has always been fascinating and inspiring.

2025 . 06 . 30 selected by Editorial Board

Events

Trends

Fragrance lovers

Will You Come to My Perfume Swap Party?

The latest IRL trend for fragrance lovers in the US is taking the form of perfume swap parties. Place you unloved scent on the table and go home with something new. The parties have gained traction through TikTok and are often hosted by perfume podcast hosts. Will the trend cross the Atlantic soon?

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Could this be a solution for a blind buy blunder?

2025 . 06 . 25 written by Laurence Arrigo Klove

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Perfume

Fragrance lovers

The Stellar Rise of Korean Fragrances has rich cultural references

The perfume cultural heritage of Korea is deep. The new Korean perfume brands are adamant to showcase their historical roots and bring about a scent renaissance.

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2025 . 06 . 23 written by Karen Marin

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Trends

Perfume

Fragrance Frontlines: Market Moves, Global Trends & Award-Winning Scents

In this month’s editorial overview we look at the performance of fragrance in Europe and the US, we investigate several global trends and we laud the victors of the fragrance award season where niche brands are gaining accolades.

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2025 . 06 . 23 selected by Editorial Board

Fragrance lovers

Events

Fragrance museums

Imagine: The Future of Fragrances in the Middle East

It’s no secret that the Middle East is a region with deep rooted fragrance rituals. Recently dsm-Firmenich collaborated on a multi-sensorial exhibit which traveled to several cities in the zone. By pairing artwork with bespoke fragrances, the immersive experience celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the region while highlighting the important role fragrance plays in daily life.

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A testament to the power of sensory storytelling
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Have you ever asked yourself what’s behind the world of artistic perfumery? We have collected numbers, conversations, and trends of a world that has always been fascinating and inspiring.

2025 . 06 . 23 selected by Editorial Board

Fragrance lovers

Trends

Perfume

How Do Fragrance Brands Sell Gen Alpha Scents Through Their Screens?

Gen Alpha may be entering the world of fragrance through TikTok videos but they are embracing fragrance for themselves through lighter, budget friendly body mists, a hot trend called out in this week’s editorial. How to market to an audience who is just learning about notes? Cool, colorful packaging and communication that entertains and educates. Read more here.

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It’s all about “edutainment” and not advertising

2025 . 06 . 23 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

The People of Niche Perfumery

Nishane’s Global Ascent: The Istanbul Brand Taking on the Global Fragrance Market

Turkish brand Nishane entered the market ten years ago with three distinct collections and was instantly embraced by the international niche community. Now with an eye to expanding their presence in the US, the founders reflect back on their journey to success.

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The story behind the dream of creating the first niche fragrance brand in Istanbul