Philippe Romano

Born on December 23, 1957, in Grasse, Philippe Romano was destined for a career in perfumery. The son of a perfumer, he grew up surrounded by the enchanting scent of orange trees in Spain, where he developed a love of freedom and a passion for nature. Philippe honed his skills as a perfumer at Robertet Grasse, where he learned the art of fragrance creation under the guidance of his father and other experts in the field.

Philippe Romano's career took him to various parts of the world, including Japan, Brazil, and the United States. He began his professional journey at Robertet, where he spent twenty-three years expanding his knowledge and expertise. In 2000, he joined the Paris branch of Drom Fragrances, where he continued to share his passion and talent for over 18 years. Throughout his career, Philippe mentored young perfumers and passed on his knowledge and experience.

Romano's work spans several brands including Abercrombie & Fitch , Alfred Dunhill, Anna Sui, Azzaro , Bon Parfumeur, Elanzia, Emanuel Ungaro, Escada, Evody Parfums, FCUK, Jaguar, Kenneth Cole, Kenzo , La Closerie des Parfums, Lalique , Mercedes-Benz, NafNaf, Odin, Oxbow, Parfums Berdoues, Pascal Morabito, Roger & Gallet, Salvador Dali, and Yves Rocher. Some of his most popular compositions include Escada Pacific Paradise, Yves Rocher FlowerParty, Salvador Dali Le Roy Soleil, and Escada Island Kiss.

Philippe Romano's unique approach to perfume creation stemmed from his love of raw materials and sweet scents. He was particularly adept at working with floral and fruity notes, and his collaborations with flavor experts allowed him to master the use of butyric and sulfuric notes. This expertise contributed to the rise of the fruity family in fine perfumery, particularly in some of the limited editions of iconic Escada fragrances.

Inspired by the wild creativity of the 1970s, Romano sought to create perfumes that embodied the raw sounds and resonance of an old guitar. His favorite scents included vetiver, sandalwood, and patchouli, and he wanted to convey emotions through his perfumes, stop time, and evoke memories with every spray.

Philippe Romano, an eternal optimist and bon vivant, cherished the beauty and good things in life. He loved Japanese culture, fine whisky, Tagada strawberries, rosé wine, the Mediterranean, motorcycling, and playing guitar. Spending quality time with his loved ones was paramount to him.

Sadly, Philippe Romano passed away on August 12, 2021.