In Episode 4 of the Olfactive Melbourne Podcast, Robyn and Trent sit down with Ali Erkekli — the founder and perfumer behind Anka Kus Parfum, a bold and eclectic fragrance house known for crafting olfactory journeys inspired by history, travel, faith, and art.

Join us for a deeply personal and immersive masterclass as Ali guides us through This Ember and the Arabesque Collection. Together, we explore the olfactory symbols behind each creation, the poetic inspirations that shaped them, and the ways perfumery can become a powerful vessel for narrative and memory.

Whether you’re a seasoned fragrance collector or simply curious about the world of niche perfumery, this episode offers a captivating look into a brand that blends craftsmanship with cultural homage.

🔗 Explore Anka Kus Parfum: ankakusparfum.com

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In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Marcoux, the visionary founder of Ficifolia Fragrances, an Australian perfume house that captures the essence of city life through scent.

Sophie shares her journey from product development to creating a brand that “reverse-engineers” scent memories, crafting fragrances inspired by moments like vintage shopping in Fitzroy or after-work drinks by the Yarra. We dive into the fragrance Bistro Boy for this episodes masterclass.

Explore Ficifolia’s unique scents at ficifolia.com.

Tune in now to discover how Sophie is redefining the olfactory landscape of Australia.

In Episode 2 of Olfactive Melbourne, we dive into the bold world of niche perfumery with Corey Newcombe - founder, perfumer and creative mind behind Criminal Elements. 
Corey opens up about his path into scent, the architecture of his fragrances, and why leather, oud and ambergris are more than just ingredients - they are tools for storytelling. This episode is a masterclass in building bold, character-driven compositions that challenge expectations and leave a lasting impression. 

 Explore Criminal Elements at www.criminalelements.net

An immersive masterclass with Sondrine the founder and perfumer of Cygnet Perfumery, based in Victoria Australia. We dive into a fragrance that best represents Cygnet Perfumery and the creative process behind it. We also explore Sondrine's journey into perfumery, the creation of Cygnet and the broader Cygnet Perfumery range.  Cygnet Perfumery can be found at www.cygnetperfumery.com.au