№ 01Selected
Dior Homme
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PU · Perfumer№ e1c87c
— Perfumer dossier · French —
In-House Perfumer/Chanel
Olivier Polge
“Minimalist and innovative, focused on creating sophisticated scents with a balance of classic elegance and modernity.”
France 1998-presentActive
Fragrances
170
Career
1998—
Houses
37
Awards
01
Chanel·Dior·Viktor & Rolf·Lancôme·Giorgio Armani·Dolce & Gabbana·Jimmy Choo·Ghori·Balenciaga·Blumarine·Breil Milano·Cacharel·Chopard·Clinique·Decorté·Diesel·Dolce&Gabbana·Emanuel Ungaro·Gianfranco Ferre·Halloween·Jesus Del Pozo·Jil Sander·Joop!·Kenzo·La Perla·Liz Claiborne·Moschino·Nina Ricci·O Boticário·Rabanne·Repetto·Roberto Cavalli·Roberto Verino·Salvatore Ferragamo·Viktor&Rolf·What We Do Is Secret·Yves Saint Laurent·Chanel·Dior·Viktor & Rolf·Lancôme·Giorgio Armani·Dolce & Gabbana·Jimmy Choo·Ghori·Balenciaga·Blumarine·Breil Milano·Cacharel·Chopard·Clinique·Decorté·Diesel·Dolce&Gabbana·Emanuel Ungaro·Gianfranco Ferre·Halloween·Jesus Del Pozo·Jil Sander·Joop!·Kenzo·La Perla·Liz Claiborne·Moschino·Nina Ricci·O Boticário·Rabanne·Repetto·Roberto Cavalli·Roberto Verino·Salvatore Ferragamo·Viktor&Rolf·What We Do Is Secret·Yves Saint Laurent·
— 01 · Biography · editor’s notes —
The journey of Olivier Polge.
Opening chapter
eet Olivier Polge, a French perfumer whose innovative compositions have significantly shaped the modern fragrance landscape at Chanel.
02 · Formation
Olivier Polge, born in Grasse, France, embarked on his celebrated career in perfumery after an initial foray into classical music. His professional journey began at Chanel, leading to a significant tenure at International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF). During this period, he distinguished himself with numerous acclaimed creations, solidifying his reputation within the industry for a distinctive yet versatile style.
03 · Practice
In 2013, Polge returned to Chanel, assuming the esteemed role of in-house perfumer. In this capacity, he has been instrumental in the development of several notable fragrances, contributing to the house's enduring legacy. His work consistently demonstrates a mastery of composition, marrying traditional perfumery techniques with a forward-thinking perspective.
— Purone curation —
“Minimalist and innovative, focused on creating sophisticated scents with a balance of classic elegance and modernity.”
Education & training
Art history; trained at Charabot and ACM fragrance institutions
02 · Career
Timeline.
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Ghori
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Balenciaga
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Blumarine
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Breil Milano
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Cacharel
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Chopard
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Clinique
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Decorté
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Diesel
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Dolce&Gabbana
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Emanuel Ungaro
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Gianfranco Ferre
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Giorgio Armani
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Halloween
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Jesus Del Pozo
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Jil Sander
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Jimmy Choo
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Joop!
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Kenzo
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La Perla
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Lancôme
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Liz Claiborne
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Moschino
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Nina Ricci
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O Boticário
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Rabanne
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Repetto
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Roberto Cavalli
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Roberto Verino
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Salvatore Ferragamo
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Viktor&Rolf
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What We Do Is Secret
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Yves Saint Laurent
03 · Recognition
Awards & honours.
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In 2009, Olivier received the International Fragrance Prize/Prix International du Parfum for his artistic achievements in perfumery.
06 · Lineage
Mentors & students.
Mentors
- 01Jacques Polge
07 · Selected
Notable works.
№ 02Selected
Flowerbomb
№ 03Selected
Misia
№ 04Selected
Bleu de Chanel
№ 05Selected
Chanel No. 5 L’eau
№ 06Selected
Gabrielle