The Process of Creating a Bespoke Fragrance
- Dorottya Novak
- Sep 23
- 2 min read
Updated: Oct 14

A bespoke fragrance is more than a perfume. It is identity, memory and art – captured in a bottle.
Every bespoke fragrance begins with a story — yours. From the first spark of inspiration to the final bottle, I guide you through each stage of creation with artistry, precision, and care.
1. Consultation & Storytelling
We begin with a personal or online consultation where I listen to your vision, inspirations, and desired emotions. Whether it is a brand identity, a personal signature scent, a gift, or an olfactory concept for a space, this step allows me to understand the essence you want to capture.
2. Creative Direction
Together, we define the fragrance’s identity: mood, style, and purpose. I may share moodboards, raw material inspirations, or reference scents to refine the direction before moving to the lab.
3. Olfactory Exploration
I select a palette of raw materials — natural extracts and innovative molecules — that resonate with your story. This is where you discover the building blocks of your fragrance, touching and smelling the essence of what will become your perfume.
4. Composition & First Prototypes
In my laboratory, I begin to compose your fragrance formula. The first prototypes are created, balancing creativity with technical expertise. You receive samples to experience, reflect on, and provide feedback.
5. Refinement
Based on your impressions, I refine the formula until it perfectly embodies your vision. This step ensures the fragrance feels authentic, harmonious, and unique to you.
6. Stability & Compliance
The final formula is tested for stability and prepared to meet international safety and IFRA standards, guaranteeing both quality and compliance.
7. Bottling & Presentation
Once the fragrance is approved, it is carefully bottled and presented in its final form. You hold in your hands not just a perfume, but a story captured in scent — created exclusively for you.
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