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EPISODE · Oct 30, 2025 · 1H 7M

17. The Perfume Prince: A Conversation with Chris Collins

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In this episode of 'It's Just Perfume' Steve sits with Chris Collins and asks him about his background in fashion and his pivot into perfume, one of his lifelong passions. He remembers the fragrances his father wore and the scents that inspired him to start his own brand. From knocking on the door of Robertet in Grasse to channeling his admiration for Prince's music into a new perfume, Chris shares many stories that describe the rewards and challenges of founding and directing a perfume line.Fragrances mentioned in this episode:Old Spice by Shulton CompanyGrey Flannel by Geoffrey BeeneBlue Jeans by VersaceObsession for Men by Calvin KleinPolo by Ralph LaurenL'eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey MiyakeRenaissance by Chris CollinsMusc Ravageur by Frederic MalleStraight to Heaven by By KilianAfrican Rooibos by Chris CollinsBabycat by YSLLust Oud Delice by Chris CollinsSavant Manhattan Cherry by Chris CollinsHosted by Steven Gontarski Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of 'It's Just Perfume' Steve sits with Chris Collins and asks him about his background in fashion and his pivot into perfume, one of his lifelong passions. He remembers the fragrances his father wore and the scents that inspired him to start his own brand. From knocking on the door of Robertet in Grasse to channeling his admiration for Prince's music into a new perfume, Chris shares many stories that describe the rewards and challenges of founding and directing a perfume line.Fragrances mentioned in this episode:Old Spice by Shulton CompanyGrey Flannel by Geoffrey BeeneBlue Jeans by VersaceObsession for Men by Calvin KleinPolo by Ralph LaurenL'eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey MiyakeRenaissance by Chris CollinsMusc Ravageur by Frederic MalleStraight to Heaven by By KilianAfrican Rooibos by Chris CollinsBabycat by YSLLust Oud Delice by Chris CollinsSavant Manhattan Cherry by Chris CollinsHosted by Steven Gontarski Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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