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Christelle Laprade: Crafting Emotion Through Scent

Christelle Laprade

Christelle Laprade is a French perfumer renowned for her ability to translate emotions and memories into captivating fragrances. Born in the south of France, she developed an early fascination with scents, often documenting how different aromas made her feel. This passion led her to the International Institute of Perfumery, Cosmetics & Fragrances, where she studied under esteemed masters like Isabell Douyan, Maurice Roucel, and Dominique Ropion.

With over two decades of experience, Laprade has collaborated with various brands, creating fragrances that are both innovative and emotionally resonant. Her signature style, which she describes as "trash-glam," blends elements of sophistication and rawness, masculinity and femininity. This duality is evident in her work on Commodity's Milk trilogy, where she juxtaposed soft, cozy textures against charred, smoky notes to evoke a sense of comfort and complexity.

Laprade's portfolio includes notable creations such as:

  • Milk Trilogy for Commodity: A unisex fragrance line that balances sweet gourmands with deep woods.

  • Blockade for Mind Games: A daring blend of mango and smoky oud, representing opposition and harmony.

  • Hemlock for Quartana Parfums: A scent that captures the essence of the poisonous plant with a blend of green and woody notes.

     

Her approach to perfumery is deeply personal and intuitive. She draws inspiration from travel, nature, flavors, and the people she meets, aiming to tell stories through scent that are both compelling and memorable. Laprade also emphasizes sustainability in her work, collaborating with companies that support ethical sourcing and environmentally friendly practices .

Currently based in New York, Laprade continues to push the boundaries of olfactory art, creating fragrances that resonate on a deeply emotional level.