- Sonia Constant Senior Perfumer:
Company:Givaudan
Education: ISIPCA, Givaudan School of Perfumery
Web:ellakparfums.com
Sonia Constant: A Master Perfumer's Olfactory Odyssey
Sonia Constant, a renowned master perfumer and co-founder of Ella K Parfums, honed her craft at the prestigious ISIPCA perfume school in Paris and the Givaudan perfume academy. She embarked on a 24-year career at Givaudan, the industry’s leading fragrance house, where she crafted an impressive portfolio of scents. Her creations include iconic fragrances such asOmbre LeatherandNoir Extrêmefor Tom Ford,Narciso Rodriguez for Her Pur Muscandfor Her Musc Noir Rose,Angel Novafor Mugler,I Want Choofor Jimmy Choo, andLa BelleandLe Beaufor Jean Paul Gaultier. Her talent has also been lent to esteemed houses like Carolina Herrera, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Nina Ricci, Balmain, Montblanc, Burberry, Van Cleef & Arpels, Guerlain, and Kenzo, among others.
A Journey Rooted in Passion
Growing up, Sonia never anticipated becoming a perfumer, but her innate love for fragrance revealed its calling. Despite family doubts, she dedicated five years to rigorous training, balancing studies at ISIPCA with hands-on experience at Givaudan. Today, her expertise is undeniable, with a prolific body of work that speaks to her artistic vision.
Inspiration in Every Moment
Sonia draws creativity from her travels and experiences, always armed with a Leica camera and Moleskine notepad to capture visual and emotional cues. For her, fragrance creation is a multisensory journey, blending colors, atmospheres, landscapes, and emotions into olfactory narratives.
Crafting Personal Visions: ELLA K
In 2017, she launched her own perfume collection,ELLA K, a canvas for her personal and philosophical worldview. Driven by a passion for exploring new scents and ingredients, Sonia continues to push the boundaries of her craft, expanding her knowledge and creative repertoire.
Olfactory Preferences
Sonia’s favorite fragrance notes include ambroxan, cashmeran, orange flower, and orris. Conversely, she cites vomit and the pungent aroma of durian as scents she dislikes. Recognized globally for her innovation, she remains one of the perfume industry’s most influential figures, shaping the landscape of contemporary fragrance art.
