{"title":"Hamid Merati-Kashani","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69c55992-68b8-832b-81fa-24eddd738625-40\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-118\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2b22aebe-f4dc-4d31-a599-02089945cd8c\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"3293\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003eA Multicultural Journey Shaping Creativity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"3293\"\u003eHamid Merati-Kashani represents a seamless fusion of Eastern heritage and Western precision in modern perfumery. Born in Germany to an Iranian father and a German mother, his early years in Isfahan—surrounded by blooming rose fields—sparked a lifelong passion for scent. This multicultural background continues to define his distinctive creative voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3603\"\u003eAfter returning to Germany, he began his career at Dragoco, where he spent over a decade mastering the technical foundations of fragrance creation. His mentorship under senior perfumer Robert Calkin played a key role in shaping both his technical expertise and his ability to translate emotions into scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3948\"\u003eIn 1995, he joined Firmenich, where he has since built a long-standing career as a Principal Perfumer. His professional journey took him from Germany to Brazil, then to Geneva, and eventually to Dubai. These global experiences enriched his understanding of diverse scent cultures and allowed him to develop a truly international perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"4289\"\u003eHis philosophy emphasizes collaboration and openness, combined with a bold creative approach. He is particularly known for his technique of “overdosing” select ingredients to create fragrances with strong projection and lasting impact. His work successfully blends Eastern richness with Western structure, appealing to a global audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4291\" data-end=\"4649\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4291\" data-end=\"4326\"\u003eCreations and Lasting Influence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4326\" data-end=\"4329\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4291\" data-end=\"4649\"\u003eMerati-Kashani’s portfolio includes numerous successful creations for both niche and designer brands. His work for Parfums de Marly—such as \u003cem data-start=\"4469\" data-end=\"4477\"\u003eLayton\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"4479\" data-end=\"4488\"\u003ePegasus\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"4494\" data-end=\"4504\"\u003ePercival\u003c\/em\u003e—has become especially influential. With \u003cem data-start=\"4545\" data-end=\"4554\"\u003ePegasus\u003c\/em\u003e, he reinterpreted traditional fragrance ideas and challenged conventional gender boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4651\" data-end=\"4885\"\u003eHis collaboration with Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks further demonstrates his versatility. \u003cem data-start=\"4730\" data-end=\"4748\"\u003eIngenious Ginger\u003c\/em\u003e delivers a vibrant, spicy freshness, while \u003cem data-start=\"4792\" data-end=\"4812\"\u003eSilky Woods Elixir\u003c\/em\u003e, co-created with Olivier Cresp, offers a deeper, smoky sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4887\" data-end=\"5170\"\u003eThrough his own brand, Fabbrica Della Musa—founded with his wife—he explores more personal and artistic expressions. Fragrances like \u003cem data-start=\"5020\" data-end=\"5032\"\u003eOud Tuareg\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"5034\" data-end=\"5047\"\u003eIle Bourbon\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"5053\" data-end=\"5071\"\u003eCristallo Bianco\u003c\/em\u003e highlight his ability to create both rich oriental compositions and luminous, accessible scents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5172\" data-end=\"5429\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBeyond his creations, he is deeply committed to mentoring emerging perfumers and sharing his knowledge. His belief that fragrance can influence mood and bring joy reflects a human-centered approach that continues to shape his lasting impact on the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/0542\/3448\/collections\/bw22.png?v=1774630546","url":"https:\/\/www.beautyarc.de\/collections\/hamid-merati-kashani.oembed","provider":"Beauty Arc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}