Marina Volkova

Biography and career in perfumery

Marina Volkova is a prominent representative of contemporary independent perfumery, whose creative style is recognizable far beyond her native Moscow. By founding her own niche brand, Esquisse Parfum, she has proven that it is not necessary to be located in traditional perfume capitals to create exquisite fragrances. Interestingly, her academic career began at Lomonosov Moscow State University, which left a special, analytical, and thoughtful mark on her approach to composition.

Creative philosophy and sources of inspiration

Marina describes her calling as an exciting game with aromatic materials. She masterfully works with both precious natural absolutes and essential oils, as well as modern synthetic accords, finding endless possibilities in this combination. Her development as a perfumer was largely influenced by classic French perfumery and the iconic fragrance Envol Ted Lapidus, which instilled in her a love for complex, emotional, and elegant compositions.

Why "sketches"? A unique approach to creating fragrances

Marina herself modestly calls her creations "sketches" or "drafts on a theme," which is how the brand got its name. Her quote reveals the essence of this approach: "Being a perfectionist, I cannot yet consider them finished works, which, in my opinion, are developed and refined over the years. As with watercolor sketches, when creating a new fragrance, I first have an image in my mind..." Each of her fragrances is a frozen emotion, a visual and tactile image translated into the language of perfume. Interestingly, the "sketch" number on the bottle remains unchanged from the moment of creation, even if the name of the composition may change during the process.

Popular and iconic fragrances by Marina Volkova

The Esquisse Parfum line, which currently includes 18 fragrances, has become a real discovery for connoisseurs of niche perfumery. The years 2018 and 2019 were particularly fruitful for the perfumer. Among her works, fans particularly highlight several iconic compositions that demonstrate the range of her talent. These are the delicate and melancholic Wisteria, the sunny and citrusy Avril, and the passionate Tulipe Rouge. Such multifaceted works as the airy Apres la Pluie and the mysterious Soleil Noir also do not go unnoticed.

A recognizable style and legacy in the world of fragrances

Marina Volkova has created her own recognizable style, combining poetic lightness with depth and meticulous attention to detail. Her fragrances, whether the floral Reves Roses or the refreshing Mandarine et Herbs, always tell a story through the prism of personal experience. She continues to delight fans with new "sketches," each of which becomes a topic of discussion in the perfume community, cementing her reputation as one of the most thoughtful and subtle masters on the contemporary scene.