{"title":"Jérôme Epinette","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"3452\" data-end=\"3506\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3457\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003eFrom Burgundy to the Global Fragrance Scene\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3507\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003eJérôme Epinette’s passion for fragrance was shaped in the wine regions of Burgundy, where he was exposed early on to the complexity of aromas. His first conscious encounters with perfume took place in his mother’s boutique, where at the age of twelve he discovered the iconic scent \u003cem data-start=\"3789\" data-end=\"3812\"\u003eGiorgio Beverly Hills\u003c\/em\u003e—a defining moment that sparked his lifelong fascination with fragrance creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"4189\"\u003eAfter earning a Master’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of Burgundy, Epinette refined his craft at the prestigious Grasse Institute of Perfumery. He began his professional career at Robertet in 2003, quickly rising through the ranks to become Senior Vice President of Perfumery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4191\" data-end=\"4393\"\u003eA pivotal moment came in 2006 when he relocated to New York to help establish Robertet’s Creative Center, placing him at the heart of the global fragrance industry and expanding his creative horizons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4395\" data-end=\"4826\"\u003eEpinette’s artistic philosophy centers on creating “something new and distinctive” through refined, minimalist compositions in which every ingredient serves a precise purpose. He blends exceptional natural raw materials from Robertet with innovative synthetic molecules, resulting in modern, unexpected olfactory creations. This approach has made him a sought-after perfumer for niche brands seeking strong and unique identities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4833\" data-end=\"4883\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4838\" data-end=\"4881\"\u003eIconic Creations and Industry Influence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4884\" data-end=\"5088\"\u003eAmong his most notable achievements is his long-standing collaboration with \u003cem data-start=\"4960\" data-end=\"4968\"\u003eByredo\u003c\/em\u003e, for which he created many of the brand’s signature fragrances, including \u003cem data-start=\"5043\" data-end=\"5058\"\u003eBal d’Afrique\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"5060\" data-end=\"5066\"\u003ePulp\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"5072\" data-end=\"5085\"\u003eGypsy Water\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5090\" data-end=\"5257\"\u003eHe has also achieved major commercial success with the fragrance behind Sol de Janeiro’s \u003cem data-start=\"5179\" data-end=\"5204\"\u003eBrazilian Bum Bum Cream\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"5206\" data-end=\"5219\"\u003eCheirosa 62\u003c\/em\u003e), which became a global phenomenon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5259\" data-end=\"5410\"\u003eMore recent works such as \u003cem data-start=\"5285\" data-end=\"5294\"\u003ePier NY\u003c\/em\u003e highlight his talent for modern aquatic compositions, while \u003cem data-start=\"5355\" data-end=\"5359\"\u003eBo\u003c\/em\u003e showcases his mastery of woody-resinous accords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5412\" data-end=\"5727\"\u003eHis innovative approach has earned him numerous industry awards, including being the only two-time recipient of the Fragrance Foundation’s “Perfume Extraordinaire” award. His portfolio spans a wide range of olfactory families—from fresh, luminous compositions to rich amber-vanilla creations such as \u003cem data-start=\"5712\" data-end=\"5724\"\u003eSomnia 517\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5729\" data-end=\"5895\"\u003eEpinette firmly believes in the synergy between natural and synthetic ingredients, where synthetics add complexity while enhancing and connecting natural materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5897\" data-end=\"6177\"\u003eHis influence extends far beyond individual creations. Epinette has played a key role in shaping the modern niche fragrance landscape, translating brand visions into distinctive olfactory identities and establishing himself as a true architect of contemporary fragrance culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/0542\/3448\/collections\/bw_image_5.jpg?v=1774703785","url":"https:\/\/www.beautyarc.de\/en\/collections\/jerome-epinette.oembed","provider":"Beauty Arc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}