Bertrand Duchaufour

Bertrand Duchaufour is a renowned French perfumer born in 1962. He began his career in 1985 at Lautier Florasynth in Grasse, later working for Créations Aromatiques and Symrise. In 2008, he became an independent perfumer and served as the house perfumer for L'Artisan Parfumeur. Duchaufour is known for his innovative and complex creations, often exploring themes of nature, incense, and exotic locations. His style is characterized by the use of unique raw materials and the ability to create atmospheric scents. Notable fragrances include Timbuktu (2004) for L'Artisan Parfumeur, Jubilation XXV (2007) for Amouage, and Avignon (2002) for Comme des Garçons. Duchaufour has received numerous accolades, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Fragrance Foundation in 2003 and the Prix François Coty in the same year. His work is widely respected in both niche and mainstream perfumery circles.