On this week's show, Karen is delving into the topic of bespoke perfumes, which are individual fragrances that cater to the specific preferences of an individual or company. But, there is so much more to them than that. Karen takes a deep dive into the subject, covering the different types of bespoke perfumes, the challenges you will face when creating them, how to make them and who buys them and the vital skills you can acquire by learning how to make bespoke perfumes.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Karen explains the skills that you can acquire from learning the practice of creating bespoke perfumes, and, even if you don’t plan on making them, how these skills are invaluable to perfume making in general.  Karen details some of the clients that are in the market for bespoke perfumes and how that market is a lot bigger than you think. There are actually three different categories of bespoke fragrances. Karen details the creative process of each three and their real world applications. Karen talks about the biggest challenges you will face when creating bespoke perfumes and give you the tools to overcome them. BEST MOMENTS  “We live in a world where there is so much choice and accessibility that it is only natural for people to look for something that really stands out.” “The fragrances we wear are a form of self expression, they’re a way to tell the world who we are. Bespoke perfumes offer exclusivity and personalisation in a world that is flooded with options.” “Clear communication is key to creating bespoke fragrances. What smells one way to one person may smell different to another, so create a common language.”   EPISODE LINKS Bespoke Perfumery Masterclass  VALUABLE RESOURCES Getting Started Guide Artisan Perfumery Mastermind   ABOUT THE HOST Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way.  Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances. With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques. Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing. CONTACT DETAILS Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Email