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June 11, 2026

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THE INSIDE SCOOP: LINDA G. LEVY

As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, we are counting down the days to our biggest night of the year! Our issue takes a look at “The Iconoclasts” from Symrise and Mane’s “Perfumer Playground,” each pushing the boundaries of scent into the realm of something tangible in arts and culture. TFF celebrated the contributions of Asian Americans for AAPI Month with a walking tour of fragrance’s new address in SoHo with visits to Blueme’s Zen-inspired flagship on Elizabeth Street and Elorea’s heartfelt homage to Korean culture thoughtfully executed through aesthetic elements at their Spring Street store. The issue also celebrates another milestone – Carol Han’s 5th Anniversary since launching NETTE.

SPOTLIGHT: FRAGRANCE HOUSES TAKE INGREDIENTS TO AN ARTISTIC AND MUSICAL LEVEL

The month was marked by the debuts of unique olfactive projects by our member fragrance houses and brands. At each experiential exhibition, the trends and artistry of fragrance was explored through the perfumers’ perspectives and interpreted through music, art and natural elements. Our issue takes a look at “The Iconoclasts” from Symrise and Mane’s “Perfumer Playground,” each pushing the boundaries of scent into the realm of something tangible in arts and culture.

SCENTS & SENSIBILITY: A TOUR OF SOHO FRAGRANCE STORES IN CELEBRATION OF AAPI MONTH

Perfume lovers know that New York City neighborhoods SoHo and Nolita are the places to peruse when looking to experience fragrance offline, especially when it comes to niche and indie brands. Before AAPI month comes to a close, we wanted to spotlight how these two brands each weave their cultural background into their retail aesthetic as well as through their fragrance offerings. Read on for an intimate look at how Elorea and Blueme are setting themselves apart and showcasing their culture in NYC’s hot emerging fragrance locale.

WHAT THE NOSE KNOWS: CAROL HAN LOOKS BACK ON FIVE YEARS OF NETTE

All of the scents that Carol Han, founder of NETTE, has created started out as words strung together before evolving into notes and accords strung together, giving life to something tangible and new. With half a decade down, NETTE is just getting started, and I took a look back with Han as well as got a glimpse into what she has planned for the future.

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We are pleased to announce that Hall of Famer, Entrepreneur and Global Ambassador of @aramisfragrances, Dwyane Wade (@dwyanewade) will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Hall of Famer, Entrepreneur and Global Ambassador of @aramisfragrances, Dwyane Wade (@dwyanewade) will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Creative Director of @carolinaherrera, Wes Gordon (@wesgordon) will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Creative Director of @carolinaherrera, Wes Gordon (@wesgordon) will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Founder of @madamegrey_parfum and @violetgrey, Cassandra Grey (@cassandragrey), will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Founder of @madamegrey_parfum and @violetgrey, Cassandra Grey (@cassandragrey), will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Award-winning journalist and Beauty Editor-at-Large of @cosmopolitan, Julee Wilson (@missjulee) will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Award-winning journalist and Beauty Editor-at-Large of @cosmopolitan, Julee Wilson (@missjulee) will be joining us this year as a presenter for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Co-Founders, Chief Creative Officer and CEO of @elorea, Su min Park (@suminp___ ) and Wonny Lee (@wonny1e) will be joining us this year as presenters for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Co-Founders, Chief Creative Officer and CEO of @elorea, Su min Park (@suminp___ ) and Wonny Lee (@wonny1e) will be joining us this year as presenters for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Beauty Director of @harpersbazaarus, Jenna Rosenstein (@jennarosenstein), will be joining us this year as the Host of the Red Carpet at the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Beauty Director of @harpersbazaarus, Jenna Rosenstein (@jennarosenstein), will be joining us this year as the Host of the Red Carpet at the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Artist & Illustator Melissa Koby (@mkoby_) is our Artist Collaborator for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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We are pleased to announce that Artist & Illustator Melissa Koby (@mkoby_) is our Artist Collaborator for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards. #TFFAWARDS

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Master Perfumer #HonorineBlanc @dsmfirmenichfine will be honored by the Fragrance Foundation with the Lifetime Achievement Perfumer Award. #TFFAWARDS

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Master Perfumer #HonorineBlanc @dsmfirmenichfine will be honored by the Fragrance Foundation with the Lifetime Achievement Perfumer Award. #TFFAWARDS

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This year the Fragrance Foundation will honor @nordstrom into our Hall of Fame. #Nordstrom #TFFAWARDS

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This year the Fragrance Foundation will honor @nordstrom into our Hall of Fame. #Nordstrom #TFFAWARDS

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