Nose Dive: The Many Faces of Vanilla, 21 May

This Nose Dive session is a deep exploration of vanilla in all its forms. Loved by perfumers and fragrance lovers alike, vanilla is far more than sweet and comforting — it is a material with remarkable range, capable of creamy softness, dark intensity, and bold, unexpected expression alongside resins, leather, smoke, and spice.

Together, we’ll examine the key materials that shape vanilla’s character, from natural extracts to modern synthetics, and how perfumers build vanilla accords across styles such as amber, sugar, milk, chocolate, leather, and smoke. These transformations will be brought to life through a curated selection of vanilla-led fragrances, placing each material in its creative context.

Designed for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, this intimate workshop invites curiosity, discussion, and discovery. No technical chemistry or prior perfume knowledge is required — only an interest in understanding scent more deeply, discovering new favourites, and seeing a familiar ingredient in an entirely new light.