Stephanie de Bruijn

From music to fragrances: the origins of perfumery talent

Stephanie de Bruin is not just a perfumer, but a true guardian of Grasse traditions, who has managed to combine art and science in her work. Born and raised in the heart of the world's perfume industry, Grasse, she has been immersed in an atmosphere where the air is saturated with the scents of flower fields since childhood. Her first language of self-expression was music: studying theory and playing the piano gave her a subtle understanding of harmony, rhythm, and composition—skills that would later become the foundation of her perfumery style.

A scientific approach and recognition: the path to professional excellence

Stephanie's fascination with scents led her to earn a degree in natural sciences, which added a deep understanding of chemistry and the properties of raw materials to her creative arsenal. Starting her career at the Grasse-based company Argeville, she honed her craft and made a name for herself in 2001 by winning the prestigious ISIPCA international competition with her fragrance Poignées d'Amour. This victory opened the door to a collaboration with the renowned manufacturer Francaise Aromes et Parfums, where she gained experience from 2002 onwards.

The birth of the brand: Parfum sur Mesure as a philosophy

In 2008, Stephanie's dream took shape: she opened a boutique for her own brand, Parfum sur Mesure, on Rue de l'Université in Paris. The name, which means "custom-made perfume," fully reflects her philosophy. Her debut collections were Le Pret-a-Parfumer Couture Yin and Le Pret-a-Parfumer Yang, which offered a modular play of fragrances. But the perfumer's true passion has always been to create both ready-made masterpieces and completely individual compositions for each client.

Signature style: purity of notes and the art of personalization

Stephanie de Bruyn's style is a hymn to purity and expressiveness. She masterfully reveals the beauty of a single accord, as vividly demonstrated by her iconic mono-fragrances. Take, for example, the sensual and velvety Tubereuse, the sunny and delicate Fleur d'Oranger, or the passionate Jasmin. Her talent lies in her ability to capture the very soul of a flower, giving it a voice in a perfume composition. This same approach—attention to detail and deep immersion in the client's world—is at the heart of her bespoke perfume creation services.

Popular fragrances: from oriental fairy tales to forest walks

The perfumer's portfolio is rich and diverse, and many of her creations have earned the love of connoisseurs around the world. In addition to floral mono-fragrances, fans note the cozy and soft Cashmere, the mysterious oriental duet Paris - Istanbul, and the refreshing walk in Promenons-nous Dans Les Bois. Pret-a-Parfumer lines, such as Couture Yin: Floral Water or Yang: Wood of the Orient, allow you to experiment and create your own unique scent.

Evolution and modernity: rebranding and current collections

In 2019, Stéphanie de Bruin rebranded her brand, giving it an even more refined and cohesive look. Uniform, elegant bottles and a clear division between men's and women's lines have made the Parfum sur Mesure collections even more recognizable. Today, she continues her work, balancing between the release of ready-made fragrances, each of which reflects her virtuosity, and the magic of creating sur mesure perfumes, where the customer himself becomes the main co-author.

The perfumer's legacy: inspiration for the community

Stéphanie de Bruin remains one of those figures in the industry who reminds us of the luxury of an individual approach and the infinite diversity of nature. Her fragrances, whether the famous Delice or the exquisite Dominique Albertelli Pour Femme, are regularly the subject of heated discussion and high praise in the perfumery community. Her journey from musician to innovative perfumer inspires many to search for their own unique aromatic voice.