Author: Ally Santos

It was love at first sniff. There was an undeniable allure, something that felt both familiar and entirely unexpected. I sprayed it once, and it stayed with me the rest of the day—haunting, glowing, unforgettable.
On a rain-swept evening in Iconic Boathouse Central Park this December 11, an intimate yet distinguished gathering took place beneath elegantly lit canopies in Central Park. The occasion: honoring 150 years of Clive Christian, a name synonymous with luxury perfume craftsmanship.
There’s a certain magic in the air of Paris—something you can’t quite name but feel deeply, like a faint melody playing in the background of a bustling city.
Tucked within the prestigious perfume halls of Harrods, Aqualis London is a reflection of its founder’s soul. Steyn Grobler, a South African industry veteran with over a decade of experience at some of the world’s most prestigious perfume houses, has poured that experience—and his passion—into Aqualis London. It is a story of passion, precision, and deeply personal vision.
From the moment she sipped what she believed was a fizzy cola—actually an aromatic experiment by her father—Ozge Erdogmus-Altinel has been captivated by the magic of scent. Today, as a second-generation perfumer and Creative Director of EPS Fragrances, she carries on her family’s fragrance legacy with a modern twist.