Paperback Perfumes

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The English language has few words to describe scents. Creating fragrances is an art form that tells intricate stories and forms deep and transformative connections


This episode’s featured guest is William Borrell, who is the cofounder of Vallense, an innovative UK fragrance house that emphasizes the transformative and evocative qualities of scent. William brings a rich background, having previously built a successful career in alcohol distilling, which gives him a unique perspective on fragrance creation.

He possesses a growing passion for the art of fragrance and has undertaken some fascinating research into historical formulations and the exploration of unique, rare materials.


Fragrances mentioned:

Mitti Attar

Guilded - Eau De Bougee

Spirit - Vallense

Sun - Vallense

Source - Vallense


Books mentioned:

Braiding Sweetgrass - Robin Wall Kimmerer

The North Wind and The Sun - Aseop’s Fables

The Night Circus - Erin Morgenstern

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