Francis Kurkdjian

Le Secret Du Marais | Nose - Francis Kurkdjian

1969
Birth
1983
Failure in the competition to study at the School of Dance, Paris Opera
1985
Decides to become a perfumer
1990
Enters ISIPCA Versailles
1993
Joins Quest International in Paris
Prepares in parallel a masters at the Institut Superieur de Marketing du Luxe
1995
Creates 'Le Male', first perfume for men by Jean Paul Gaultier
Joins Quest International in New York
1999
Returns to Paris
2001
Opens his atelier for 'Custom Fragrances'
2003
First artistic collaboration with Sophie Calle
Meets Marc Chaya in Paris
2006
Creates his first olfactory installation for the 'Versailles Off' festival
2009
Co-founds Maison Francis Kurkdjian with Marc Chaya

- Winner of the François Coty perfumer (Oct 2001)
- Award for the collective body of his creative work
- Cosmetique Magazine's best perfumer of year 2008
- Named Chevalier of Arts and Letters (July 2008)
- WWD Beauty Biz Award, Maison Francis Kurkdjian
- Breakthrough product of the year Fine Fragrance (2009)
- Cosmetique Lagazine's best niche mixte perfume for Aqua Universalis (June 2010)

 Main Fragances:

e Mâle, Fleur du Mâle, Madame, Eau d'Amour (Jean-Paul Gaultier 1995, 2007,2008)
Green Tea (Elisabeth Arden 1999)
Armani Mania (Giorgio Armani 2002)
Iris Nobile (Aqua di Parma 2004)
Rose Barbare (Guerlain 2005)
C'est la fête (Christian Lacroix 2007)
Cologne Blanche y Eau Noire (Dior 2005)
Silver Shadow (Davidoff 2005)
Miss Charming, Lady Vengeance (Juliette Has a Gun 2007)
Rumeur (Lanvin 2006)
For Her, For Him (Narciso Rodriguez 2003, 2007)   
L'été et L'Automne (Van Cleef & Arpel 2004)
Versus Time for Pleasures, Jeans couture Glam (Versace 2003)
Kouros Eau d'été, Kouros Cologne Sport (Yves Saint Laurent 2002 2004)

Baccarat Rouge 540
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Baccarat Rouge 540

Francis Kurkdjian
03036
€245.00
Eau de Parfum (woody, amber, floral). Baccarat Rouge 540, an eau de parfum born from the encounter between Maison Francis Kurkdjian and Baccarat, as a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the iconic crystal house.  Luminous and sophisticated, Baccarat Rouge 540 lays on the skin like an amber floral and woody breeze. A poetic alchemy composed by Francis...
Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait...
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum

Francis Kurkdjian
03429
€355.00
Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de parfum intensifies the power and radiance of the three breaths that compose the Eau de parfum without betraying its original inspiration. Born of the perfumer's mastery and timetested wisdom, this Extrait de parfum is, for Francis Kurkdjian, a culmination.  Joining forces around common values of expertise, creativity and...
Baccarat Rouge 540 Precious...
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Baccarat Rouge 540 Precious Elixir (Edición Limitada)

Francis Kurkdjian
04118
€120.00
With its inimitable olfactory signature, the Baccarat Rouge 540 extrait de parfum exudes its floral, amber, woody sillage in a new, sensual texture and format. Presented as a roll-on in an elegant, travel-friendly case, this precious elixir was designed to glide onto the skin.Apply inside the wrists and elbows, at the nape of the neck or on the cleavage,...
OUD Satim Mood Precious...
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

OUD Satim Mood Precious Elixir (Ed Limitada)

Francis Kurkdjian
04241
€115.00
OUD satin mood extrait de parfum gives off a mysterious trail of oud wood from Laos, roses, violets and lush vanilla. Elegantly presented in an on-the-go format, this precious elixir can be applied to the inside of the wrist and crook of the elbow, at the nape of the neck, on the hairline, or chest area thus creating an intimate alchemy with the skin.
Aqua Universalis Aqua Universalis 2
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Aqua Universalis

Francis Kurkdjian
01633
€175.00
Eau de Toilette. A fragrance that is quite simply luminous, to be used by everyone, everywhere and at all times. An exquisite sense of freshness in an all-purpose Eau de Toilette. Bergamote and Lemon from Sicily - White Bouquet (Lily of the Valley and sweet mock orange) - Light and Musky Wood.
Aqua Universalis Forte
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Aqua Universalis Forte

Francis Kurkdjian
01634
€205.00
Extract de Parfum. An aerial fragrance, at once light an powerful, like gold in the summer. With an exceptional concentration of 40%, it is on a par with a perfume extract. Capped with a golden stopper, a reminder of the light, Aqua Universalis forte is protected by a luxury sliding box.
Oud
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Oud

Francis Kurkdjian
01647
€235.00
Eau de Parfum. A fragrance story sketched between the fine-grained sand of the desert dunes, the fragrant harmattan wind and the star-studded night – an opulent Arabian perfume born from a western sensitivity. Safron - Elemi gum from the Philippines - Oud from Laos - Cedar wood frol the Atlas - Indonesian Patchouli.
PROMESSE DE L'AUBE PROMESSE DE L'AUBE 2
MCDI Parfums

Promesse de l'Aube

MDCI
01729
€235.00
The head notes express the exhalations of an enchanting bergamot, enhanced by touches of mandarin of Brazil and California lemon. The olfactive ballet goes on with heart notes built around Ylan ylang and Egyptian jasmin. Bottom notes of Indian sandalwood, Tonka bean and vanilla ensure a long, harmonious, generous unfurling of the fragrance.
ROSE DE SIWA ROSE DE SIWA 2
MCDI Parfums

Rose de Siwa

MDCI
01730
€235.00
The general tone is definitely playful and charming: it can best be described as gourmand, délicious and unashamadedly romantic. Headnotes of litchee, peone and hawthorn are followed by irresistible, intoxicating notes of Moroccan and Turkish roses, which, interlaced with violet play on a backdrop of precious cedar, musc and vetiver.
Amyris Femme
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Amyris Femme

Francis Kurkdjian
01961
€185.00
Eau de Parfum. A floral, woody and luminous fragrance born from the flamboyant encounter between Amyris tree from Jamaica and rare Iris from florence. Californian orange - Jamaican amyris - Florentine iris -Haitian vetiver - musky amber.
Amyris Homme (for him)
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Amyris Homme (for him)

Francis Kurkdjian
01962
€175.00
A luminous eau de toilette, born from the flamboyant encounter between Amyris tree from Jamaica and rare Florentin Iris. Rosemary from Morocco - Sicilian Mandarin - Jamaican Amyris -Florentine Iris - Brazilian Tonka bean absolute - Modern woods.
Oud Silk Mood Extrait Oud Silk Mood Extrait 2
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Oud Silk Mood Extrait

Francis Kurkdjian
02107
€335.00
Extract de Parfum. A light, airy fragrance reminiscent of the rustle of silk or the soft touch of a rose petal. Bulgarian rose - Camomille from Marocco- Oud from Laos - Papyrus
Acqua Vitae
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Acqua Vitae

Francis Kurkdjian
02222
€175.00
Maison Francis Kurkdjian will launch Aqua Vitae pretty soon. Find out Acqua Vitae in our Boutique. The new spicy and fresh unisex fragrance was inspired by a trip to Formentera.The notes include lemon, mandarin, hedione, tonka bean and guaiac wood. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae will be available in 70 or 200 ml Eau de Toilette.
À la Rose
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

À la Rose

Francis Kurkdjian
02747
€205.00
Eau de Parun (floral, woody). An ode to Feminity. À la rose is a declaration of love for all women captured in a fragrance. Queen of flowers, the rose knows no boundaries and has inspired those in the creative arts since the dawn of time. Poets, painters, musicians... and perfumers alike. All have sought to capture its aura, its magic and its secrets. Two...
Petit Matin
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Petit Matin

Francis Kurkdjian
03158
€185.00
Eau de Parfum (woody, floral, citrusy). The atmosphere of “Petit Matin” is conveyed by the luminous energy of litsea cubeba from Indonesia and lemon from Calabria, the floral softness of hawthorn and lavandin from Provence combined with musky and ambery notes. Petit Matin & Grand Soir.  “The freshness of an early morning. The radiance of a grand...
Grand Soir
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Grand Soir

Francis Kurkdjian
03159
€185.00
Eau de Parfum. (amber, woody, oriental). The atmosphere of “Grand Soir” is conveyed by the soft vanilla warmth of benzoin from Siam and tonka bean from Brazil, jostled by the deep darkness of cistus labdanum from Spain. Petit Matin & Grand Soir. “The freshness of an early morning. The radiance of a grand evening. I live to the rhythms of this...
Aqua Celestia
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Aqua Celestia

Francis Kurkdjian
03328
€175.00
Eau de Toilette. Aqua Celestia forms a seamless bond between the blue of the sky and the blue of the sea, forging a path toward absolute serenity. A heavenly freshness tinted with lime, cool mint and blackcurrant, softened by the generous fullness of mimosa blossoms from Provence. A celestial, musk-scented escape. Notes: Lime from Mexico, Cool Mint...
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Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum

Francis Kurkdjian
03384
€335.00
Extrait de parfum (oriental, woody, floral). Like a shooting star that lights up a desert sky, OUD satin mood Extrait de parfum leaves an enchantingly opulent sillage. In this newest creation by Francis Kurkdjian, an abundance of roses from Turkey and Bulgaria round out the oud wood’s dark, animalistic tones with their sensuality, before enveloping the...
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Aqua Celestia Forte
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Aqua Celestia Forte

Francis Kurkdjian
03555
€205.00
Eau de Parfum. Gazing at the horizon in an ambiance of absolute serenity, you notice a dazzling space between the blue of the sky and the blue of the sea. It widens to allow a sparkling sun to burst forth, featuring accents of petitgrain and jasmine. Aqua Celestia forte embodies the radiance of a fresh, citrusy fragrance. Notes: Lime from Mexico, Cool...
Gentle Fluidity Gold Eau de...
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Gentle Fluidity Gold Eau de Parfum

Francis Kurkdjian
03659
€185.00
Musky Oriental. Same notes, two identities. Working the ingredient to express its full potential and meeting the challenge of composing two different eau de parfum with the same notes: juniper berries, nutmeg, coriander, musks, ambery woods and vanilla. The Gentle Fluidity duo was born of the perfumer’s imagination to offer two distinct olfactory...
Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau... Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau... 2
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau de Parfum

Francis Kurkdjian
03660
€115.00
Eau de Parfum. Woody, Aromatic. Same notes, two identities. Working the ingredient to express its full potential and meeting the challenge of composing two different eau de parfum with the same notes: juniper berries, nutmeg, coriander, musks, ambery woods and vanilla. The Gentle Fluidity duo was born of the perfumer’s imagination to offer two distinct...
Oud Extrait
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Oud Extrait

Francis Kurkdjian
03771
€335.00
From the Orient, oud conveys mystery and sensuality. From Laos, its land of origin, it draws purity and refinement. This extrait de parfum interpretation is built on a dream of oud – a supremely elegant, precious and rare natural ingredient. It has wrapped itself in a musk and vanilla accord that releases a harmony of spicy rich aromas. An olfactory...
Oud Silk Mood
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Oud Silk Mood

Francis Kurkdjian
03943
€235.00
A light, airy fragrance reminiscent of the rustle of silk or the soft touch of a rose petal. Bulgarian rose - Camomille from Marocco- Oud from Laos - Papyrus
L'Homme À La Rose
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

L'Homme À La Rose

Francis Kurkdjian
03959
€205.00
L’Homme À la rose is Francis Kurkdjian’s free interpretation of a rose for men. In the first few seconds, very fresh, green and bursting notes paired with a grapefruit accord and essence of Damask rose from Bulgaria create a sensation of natural vitality. Then come the middle notes of a rosy, very woody accord, gradually enhanced by woody amber notes...
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