- Anne McClain Perfumer:
Company:MCMC Fragrances
Web:mcmcfragrances.com
Anne McClain is a remarkable individual known for her dual pursuits in the worlds of space exploration and perfumery, each path filled with its own set of achievements and stories.
As an Astronaut
Anne Charlotte McClain, born on June 7, 1979, in Spokane, Washington, has had an outstanding career with NASA. In 2002, she graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point with a degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering. She furthered her education by obtaining a master's degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Bath in the UK and another master's degree in international relations from the University of Bristol, also in the UK.
She has extensive flight experience, having logged over 2,000 hours in more than 20 types of aircraft. In 2012, she entered the United States Naval Test Pilot School and graduated in 2013. The same year, she was selected as an astronaut candidate by NASA.
In 2018, McClain made her first spaceflight as part of the Expedition 58/59 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). She spent 204 days in space and conducted two spacewalks. During her time on the ISS, she was involved in various scientific experiments and tasks, including the maintenance of the station's power system. In 2020, she was named as one of the astronauts for NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon. As of 2025, she is set to be the commander of the Crew - 10 mission, a significant role that showcases her leadership and expertise in space exploration.
As a Perfumer
Anne Serrano - McClain, in the world of perfumery, is the creative force behind MCMC Fragrances. Raised in Rhode Island and Japan, her travels instilled in her a sense of adventure and an appreciation for diverse cultures. In 2005, she moved to Brooklyn, New York, where she was surrounded by a creative community.
After having an extended interest in photography, she turned to the art of perfumery as a way to distill experiences into something tangible yet ethereal. She studied natural perfumery and aromatherapy and then furthered her studies at the prestigious Grasse Institute of Perfumery in France, graduating with honors in 2009. Shortly thereafter, she founded MCMC Fragrances in 2010.
The family - owned company, operated by Anne and her sister Katie, is dedicated to creating original products using the highest - quality ingredients. Each fragrance is carefully formulated by Anne. MCMC Fragrances has received significant acclaim, with their scents being featured in prominent publications such as InStyle magazine, Vogue magazine, The New York Times, New York magazine, and the Financial Times. Their product range includes scents like "White Temple" with notes of incense and oak, and "Monoi" with notes of vanilla and tiare flower, among many others. Each fragrance is crafted in small batches and bottled by hand in their Brooklyn - based studio, ensuring a high - quality and personalized touch.
