Comme des Garçons Black

— Perfumer dossier · French —
Guillaume Flavigny
“Innovative and avant-garde, focusing on dark and mysterious scents.”
Fragrances
085
Career
2002—
Houses
04
Awards
01
— 01 · Biography · editor’s notes —
The journey of Guillaume Flavigny.
Opening chapter
uillaume Flavigny is a French perfumer celebrated for his innovative contributions to the world of fragrance.
02 · Formation
Born in France, Guillaume Flavigny embarked on his perfumery journey with formal education at ISIPCA, the revered institution for fragrance creation, followed by specialised training at the Givaudan Perfumery School. These formative years equipped him with a profound understanding of aromatic materials and compositional techniques, establishing the foundation for his future contributions to the industry.
03 · Practice
Throughout his career, Flavigny has lent his expertise to numerous esteemed fashion houses, crafting distinctive scents that resonate with their brand identities. Among his acclaimed works are the innovative Comme des Garçons Black and the sophisticated Balmain Ambre Gris, both of which exemplify his capacity for producing memorable and impactful fragrances.
— Purone curation —
“Innovative and avant-garde, focusing on dark and mysterious scents.”
Education & training
ISIPCA, Givaudan School of Perfumery
03 · Recognition
Awards & honours.
07 · Selected
Notable works.
Balmain Ambre Gris
