17. The Perfume Prince: A Conversation with Chris Collins

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

Hosted by Steven Gontarski

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