FAKOSHIMA

FAKOSHIMA began in 2013 as a Russian optics brand founded by Konstantin Shilyaev, and the perfume line came later as an extension of that visual identity. The brand positions itself around a minimalist, contemporary-classic aesthetic that combines experimental design language with a more conceptual approach to scent.

Its first trial fragrance, Tear You Apart, was created with Yaroslav Simonov, a graduate of the Grasse Institute of Perfumery, and only 30 bottles were produced in 2020. That origin story points to a very small-scale, niche start rather than a mass-market launch. Current fragrance discussions around the house emphasize bold, distinctive compositions such as Contre Culture, described as a neo-chypre built around smoky mezcal and spicy Bengali pepper.

FAKOSHIMA is best understood as a design-led niche project where visual identity and perfume are treated as part of the same concept. The line is still small, but the brand’s public presentation suggests a move from eyewear into collectible perfumery with an intentionally limited, idea-driven profile.