The Story of Perfume

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What parts of the world do fragrances come from? Who invented them and what are their main ingredients? How did perfume cross from the sacred to the profane? Who were the first great perfumers? What role has the fashion industry played in the history of perfume? How do you become a successful 'nose'? What stories lie behind iconic perfumes such as Chanel's N°5, C K One, or Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Mâle?

Join us for a conversation between Élisabeth de Feydeau, author of the new book, The Story of Perfume, and Rebeca de la Piedra, renowned Mexican fragrance expert.

Lavishly illustrated with archival documents from the most beautiful fragrance brands, The Story of Perfume transports its readers into a precious and mesmerizing world. It is the perfect gift for special occasions and a must-have for all perfume lovers.

Élisabeth de Feydeau has a PhD in the history of perfume from the University of Paris-Sorbonne, teaches at the Versailles School of Perfumers and is a cultural adviser to leading luxury brands, including Christian Dior, Thierry Mugler, Chanel, Guerlain and Lancaster. She is the author of several books, including The Herbarium of Marie Antoinette and the novel A Scented Palace, both of which have been translated into several languages.

Rebeca de la Piedra is a renowned Mexican fragrance expert with an illustrious career spanning over 40 years. Rebeca started her fragrance journey in Paris, France, where she honed her skills in the world of fragrance. She learned the intricacies of scent and developed her unique "passion" for fragrances. Rebeca has worked for multinational fragrance companies in France, USA and Mexico City. Her expertise encompasses fragrance evaluation, sales and marketing and her extensive knowledge has made her a respected figure in the industry.

To purchase The Story of Perfume: Amazon US, Amazon Canada, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-million, Indigo, Walmart, The Strand.