” Although America does not have the long fragrance heritage that Europe has, American fragrance lovers have a much more discerning nose to desire a fragrance that fits their personal style” -Harry Fremont
Whether it’s Mandy Aftel’s quest for the exotic and unusual, Alexandra Balahoutis’ spirit to innovate, or Anya McCoy’s passion to unite artisan natural perfumers — each of us have our own unique voice and distinct vision to bring to the landscape of American perfumery.-Tania Reuben
I love the painter Kehinde Wiley, his work excites me. He portrays black men and hip hop artists by framing them in a way unlike anyone on the art scene today. – Rodney Hughes of Therapeutate
Rodney Hughes is a former CaFleureBon Natural Fragrance Editorwho grew up in the Deep South and moved to the Big Apple to study Fashion. Being an artisan in America at this time I believe is essential to our relevance on the global stage and to our country’s future
I met model Leilani Bishop on a photoshoot in the early 90s. Her career as a Fashion, Fragrance, Runway and Music Video model, Leilani has created a beautiful line of fragrance oils. Our first profile featuring an American designer…her friend Zac Posen. This is a worldwide draw.
Since music has always been a part of my life, naturally I love listening to all sorts of things while working in my studio. Coming from a gothic youth, my roots go back to darkwave bands like The Cure
