Perfumes de Frank Voelkl

Frank Voelkl is a Senior Perfumer at Firmenich, with more than 20 years of experience in the fragrance industry. Born and raised in Germany, Frank has always been drawn to scents and had a keen sense of smell from an early age. He recalls the piercing scents of the pen and the fresh rain on his uncle’s farm, which left a lasting impression on him.

After spending his formative years in France and the Netherlands, Frank’s interest in scents deepened. He remembers the rich, warm chypre fragrances his mother wore in Paris, as well as the bold, daring perfumes of the 1980s. It was during this time that Frank began using fragrances and considering a career in perfumery.

Frank pursued his passion for fragrances by studying at the prestigious ISIPCA in France, where he composed his first fragrance, a tiare flower. This fragrance was a tribute to his Tahitian wife and marked the beginning of his journey as a perfumer.

As a contemporary adventurer, Frank is always looking for new experiences and draws inspiration from his travels to French Polynesia. He describes the intoxicating air of the islands as something that “evokes the colors and aromas of nature in its purest form.” For Frank, the natural beauty and abundance of French Polynesia are an inexhaustible source of inspiration.

Frank is a reserved but charismatic man who believes in creating fragrances that connect with the soul. He has a deep understanding of the emotional power of scent and works to craft fragrances that evoke a profound emotional connection. “My goal,” he says, “is to create aromas that produce pure, genuine happiness”.

Frank’s fragrances are loved by many, including the popular Santal 33 by Le Labo and Covet by Sarah Jessica Parker. He has also created fragrances for prestigious brands such as Guerlain, Dolce&Gabbana and Hugo Boss, among others.

Frank Voelkl is a passionate and talented perfumer who has dedicated his life to creating fragrances that evoke emotion and happiness. His love of nature, travel, and exploration is evident in his work, and his commitment to creating aromas that connect with the soul is what sets him apart.