From the sacred rituals of ancient civilizations to the gilded salons of Versailles, French perfume has long been more than fragrance. It has been a symbol.

In this episode, we trace the beguiling arc of French perfumery, exploring how an art form born of leather-gloved artisans and Grasse's floral abundance evolved into a global emblem of refinement.
Together, they peel back the layers of history, craftsmanship and innovation that sustain France’s olfactory empire, even as sustainability and tech reshape the landscape. A conversation where heritage meets the future and scent becomes story.