In every area of human endeavor there lurks the possibility of going over the top, at what point does drive & passion for perfume become obsessive ? What would any of us do? Would we literally “kill for that” as we so often say in jest? Orchid hunters have, and still do
From Journalist to NYT Fragrance Critic and coming this Fall, the head of the Center for Olfactory Art at The Museum of Arts and Design… Chandler Burr has had more life changes in 3 years than many have …in a lifetime. The Perfect Scent: A Year inside the Perfume Industry in Paris & New York so many to what and who are behind The Perfumed Curtain.We thank him for this draw.
This was an exclusive interview and ‘insider look’ into the pages of Chandler Burr’s iconic book, The Perfect Scent: A Year Inside the Perfume Industry in Paris & New York. I was privileged to work with Chandler on his book signing event at Macy’s Herald Square
The first thing you notice about this man, unarguably one of the world’s greatest contemporary perfumers, is his composure, his unpretentious manner and individualism no matter his surroundings. I have called Bertrand the ‘Rockstar’ of Perfumery on several occasions; I amend that statement… he is the fragrance world’s most intrepid explorer, always his own man, requiring no entourage, flattery or handlers as he pushes the boundaries of 21st century perfumery. And he has a future in television!
