- Vincent of Dreamhouse Perfumer:
Vincent of Dreamhouse is a remarkable and multi - faceted figure in the world of perfumery. He is the creative force behind the brand Ikiryō.
Vincent's journey into the realm of fragrance is an interesting one. From a young age, he was drawn to scents, having been exposed to his father's colognes and his grandmother's perfumes. His early experiences in costume design and photography, which began when he was 14 years old, have significantly influenced his approach to perfumery. He once had aspirations of becoming a haute couture designer, following in the footsteps of designers like Galliano, Mugler, Ungaro, Lagerfeld/Chanel, and Gaultier. He was also deeply involved in the opera world, designing costumes for several opera companies in California. This background in storytelling through visual and performing arts has been seamlessly integrated into his perfume creations.
The brand Ikiryō, with Vincent as its perfumer, is known for its unique and elaborate narratives. Each fragrance encapsulates a corresponding story, and full - bottle purchases are even accompanied by books of photographs that bring these tales to life. The name "Ikiryō" itself, which comes from Japanese folklore referring to the ghost of a living person (similar to a doppelganger in American/English), reflects the brand's otherworldly and ethereal approach to fragrance. Vincent aims to transport wearers of his fragrances to new and extraordinary worlds, as seen in his visual presentations. His marketing slogan, "not fragrances for men, not fragrances for women... but fragrances for a man and fragrances for a woman," emphasizes the individuality and uniqueness of his scents, which are designed to stand out from the mainstream olfactory offerings.
In his creations, Vincent is not afraid to explore diverse themes. He has delved into concepts such as "miscegenation," a term referring to the mixing of races. In his fragrance "Miscegenation," he combines the "black" ingredients from "Othello" with the "white" elements from "Desdemona," highlighting the complexity of identity and the intersection of different cultures. This is a testament to his thoughtfulness in using perfume as a medium to explore deeper social and personal concepts.
Over the years, Vincent of Dreamhouse has crafted a total of 27 perfumes that are registered in the database. Some of his well - known creations include "Ikiryō," "Ame Torturée," "Apple Rum and Jasmine," and "Blood Cherry Cordial," among others. Each of these fragrances showcases his creativity and skill in blending different notes to create a harmonious and evocative olfactory experience. However, in 2020, Vincent announced that the Ikiryō brand would cease its regular operations and he would shift his focus towards designing bespoke, custom fragrances. Despite this change, his past body of work has left a significant mark on the world of independent and narrative - driven perfumery.
