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Bottle a Memory: Crafting a Bespoke Scent at The Perfume Studio in Chinnor
A two-hour, hands-on perfume design workshop where you sample exclusive blends, hand‑blend a signature fragrance and take home a registered, bespoke scent.
Bottle a Memory: Crafting a Bespoke Scent at The Perfume Studio in Chinnor.
Set in Chinnor, the Fragrance Design Experience invites you into the intimate, exacting world of perfumery: sample exclusive blends, learn how top, middle and base notes combine, and compose a bespoke scent to name and keep. The session — available with optional bubbly and afternoon tea on select packages — guides you through a sensory mixology masterclass led by expert perfume stylists.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Make a Signature Fragrance
Under the guidance of professional perfume stylists you’ll explore curated blends and assemble a personal formula, then have that formula recorded so you can reorder the scent in future.
A True Sensory Journey
The experience unpacks the structure of perfume — top, middle and base notes — and teaches how they interact, giving novices a practical vocabulary for scent and a hands‑on way to experiment.
A Bespoke Bottle and a Registered Formula
Your finished fragrance is bottled, named and registered for life, meaning your bespoke scent becomes a lasting memento you can reorder whenever you wish.
What the day feels like
What the Workshop Feels Like
The two‑hour session reads like a condensed apprenticeship: a warm welcome with a drink, a short history of The Perfume Studio, a guided exploration of fragrance notes, then hands‑on mixology as you tweak and refine your blend. Expect an intimate classroom atmosphere, plenty of sniffing, and a careful hand‑blending of your final bottle before you name and register it.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should plan ahead.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All you need to bring is your nose and an open mind; no specialist kit or prior experience is required.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What happens during the perfume experience?
You’ll explore fragrance notes, work with expert perfume stylists to create and name a signature scent, and take your finished bottle home.
Do I need any prior experience with perfumes?
No — the experience is designed for everyone, from complete beginners to fragrance enthusiasts, with experts guiding you every step of the way.
Can I make a bad smelling fragrance?
It’s very unlikely; the process is structured to avoid unpleasant results, though you might create something that’s not to your personal taste.
Is the experience suitable for men?
Yes — the blends are broadly unisex and the session is fully inclusive, suitable for anyone who enjoys scent and creativity.
Can I join my friend or partner if I don’t have a ticket?
No — due to the way the event is structured and room capacity, all guests must have their own ticket to participate.
Can I choose or upgrade the size of my fragrance?
Yes — you can select from 5ml, 20ml or 30ml atomisers and may upgrade on the day; additional fragrances can also be created during the session.
Can I reorder my fragrance in the future?
Yes — your fragrance formula is stored and registered for life so you can reorder your signature scent anytime.
Can I add Afternoon Tea or other extras?
Yes — Afternoon Tea and other add‑ons can be booked at purchase or up to 14 days before your event; contact the operator for availability outside that period.
Are your perfumes suitable for sensitive skin?
High‑quality ingredients are used, but if you have allergies or sensitivities, advise the team before your session so they can advise and accommodate you safely.
Can I give this as a gift?
Yes — vouchers can be personalised and sent digitally or by post and are available via the operator’s website; they have a 12 month validity.