Cécile Zarokian
A Paris-based French independent perfumer trained at ISIPCA and Robertet, and the founder of her own studio in 2011.
France
About Cécile Zarokian
Cécile Zarokian is a Paris-based independent perfumer. She graduated from ISIPCA, trained for four years at Robertet in Grasse and Paris, and founded her own laboratory in 2011. Her independent practice spans personal fragrance, home scent, and bespoke cultural projects.
Career
According to the Perfume Society and other industry profiles, Zarokian began her career at Robertet and created her first fragrance, *Epic Woman* for Amouage, while still a trainee. Since opening her own studio, she has worked for niche and luxury brands including Jovoy Paris, Xerjoff, Jacques Fath, Laboratorio Olfattivo, and Masque Milano, and she also created the scented candle collection for Château de Versailles.
Creative Style & Philosophy
Profiles describe Zarokian as an independent perfumer whose work spans amber, woody, spicy, and floral directions, with a portfolio built for niche houses and international markets. For Laboratorio Olfattivo, her credited work includes fragrances such as *Kashnoir*, *Patchouliful*, and *Nerotic*.
Signature Works
- *Epic Woman — Amouage* — Debut fragrance created while she was still a trainee at Robertet, according to industry profiles.
- *Kashnoir — Laboratorio Olfattivo* — Cited in industry coverage and fragrance profiles as a Cécile Zarokian creation for the brand.
- *Patchouliful — Laboratorio Olfattivo* — Reviewed and credited to Cécile Zarokian in multiple sources; described as a patchouli-centered composition.
