Alexandra Carlin
and Alex Lee join
the Paris-based fine fragrance team, bringing fresh artistic
perspectives
PARIS, Nov. 4, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- IFF (NYSE: IFF) proudly welcomes Alexandra Carlin as Senior Fine Fragrance
Perfumer and Alex Lee as Fine
Fragrance Perfumer to its Paris-based team. These strategic additions
aim to enhance the Company's creative prowess in the world of
perfumery.
"We're excited for the talent and creative energy that Alexandra
and Alex will bring to IFF Scent," said Sabrya Meflah, president, Fine Fragrance, IFF.
"Alexandra's ability to translate deep emotions into beautiful and
unique olfactory stories, coupled with Alex's intuitive grasp of
fragrance composition and boundless curiosity will undoubtedly
enrich our artistic collective."
Alexandra Carlin, a native
Parisian, found her passion for perfumery after hearing a
perfumer's radio interview, which inspired her to shift from a
literary career to one in perfumery. Fragrance became her life, and
she began writing with scents, not words. For Alexandra, each new
brief is a blank page, full of promise and endless possibilities.
She pursued her studies at ISIPCA, delving into the molecular
complexities of perfumery. Her early career at Dior Parfums saw her
witness the creation of iconic scents like Dior Homme and Pure
Poison. Mentored by Maurice Roucel, she developed an experimental
approach to ingredient selection and fragrance creation. Her
notable works include Diptyque Kyoto, Margiela Replica Matcha
Meditation, Amouage Honour Woman, BDK Velvet Tonka and L'Artisan
Parfumeur Tonka Blanc.
"IFF is a unique fragrance house that clearly defines the
perfumer as an artist," said Carlin. "I'm thrilled to join IFF and
explore new olfactory languages with its unique palette of
ingredients, in a company that values profound human
connections."
Alex Lee's journey into perfumery
began with a childhood fascination with freshly shampooed hair,
leading him to make the change from pre-medical studies in
California to mastering French in
Lyon and subsequently studying at
the prestigious Grasse Institute of Perfumery and ISIPCA. He
subsequently developed a distinctive style, favoring ingredients
like orange blossom, patchouli, saffron and orris. His creations
include Dolce & Gabbana's Velvet Infusion, Chloé l'Atelier des
Fleurs Nuit d'Oranger, Penhaligon's Agarbathi and Salvatore
Ferragamo Rinascimento.
"This marks a significant milestone in my career," said Lee.
"I'm honored to join such a fantastic, creative team and explore an
extensive palette of ingredients at a company where its
international reach is reflected in its very name."
With these appointments, IFF continues to strengthen its
Paris creative hub, where artistic
freedom meets expertise. Alexandra and Alex's unique career paths
embody IFF's commitment to embracing diverse perspectives that
inspire innovation in the art of perfumery.
Welcome to IFF
At IFF (NYSE: IFF), an industry leader in food, beverage,
health, biosciences and scent, science and creativity meet to
create essential solutions for a better world – from global icons
to unexpected innovations and experiences. With the beauty of art
and the precision of science, we are an international collective of
thinkers who partners with customers to bring scents, tastes,
experiences, ingredients and solutions for products the world
craves. Together, we will do more good for people and
planet. Learn more at
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Contact:
Judith Gross
VP, Communication and Branding, Scent
+33630097462
judith.gross@iff.com
SOURCE IFF