Perfume Industry Archives

5 Niche Perfume Brands You Must Try (2026 Edit)

What are niche perfume brands? We define true niche fragrance houses and curate a list of 5 indie mixed-media and natural brands to try.

Trends in Perfumery: What’s Next for Niche Scents in 2024?

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Explore the latest niche perfume trends in 2024, from the rise of independent perfumers to sustainable luxury and gender-neutral fragrances. We predict an olfactory renaissance of niche perfumery driven by rare ingredients and luxurious craftsmanship.

Exactly what is a natural perfume?

Perfume Industry

How can we say for sure what is a natural perfume when worldwide there are no legal definitions of natural? We expose the issues and clarify the ingredients we feel make the grade as natural.

How Sustainable is Your Natural Perfume?

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How does the perfume consumer know if they are buying sustainable natural perfume? A look at the issues from field to flacon that face the perfumer in creating truly eco-friendly, sustainable perfume.

Chanel No.5 vs Gabrielle: perfume review

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As giant, ruby red Chanel No 5 limited edition 2018 decorate London this Christmas, I compare the feted No 5 with her namesake frag of 2017.

Parlez Parfums: Perfume Vocabulary & Fragrance Terms

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Do you know a perfume's sillage from its impact? Or a perfume's modifier from a fixative? Our perfume vocabulary guide helps you better explore, buy and wear perfumes to suit your expectations.

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