Show Notes
In this episode of 'It's Just Perfume' Steve sits with Chris Collins and asks him about his background in fashion and his pivot into perfume, one of his lifelong passions. He remembers the fragrances his father wore and the scents that inspired him to start his own brand. From knocking on the door of Robertet in Grasse to channeling his admiration for Prince's music into a new perfume, Chris shares many stories that describe the rewards and challenges of founding and directing a perfume line.
Fragrances mentioned in this episode: Old Spice by Shulton Company Grey Flannel by Geoffrey Beene Blue Jeans by Versace Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein Polo by Ralph Lauren L'eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake Renaissance by Chris Collins Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle Straight to Heaven by By Kilian African Rooibos by Chris Collins Babycat by YSL Lust Oud Delice by Chris Collins Savant Manhattan Cherry by Chris Collins
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