Ann Gottlieb

About

Ann Gottlieb is a trailblazing fragrance developer with over five decades of experience shaping the modern perfume landscape. She commenced her career at Revlon before joining Estée Lauder Company, where she learned the nuances of perfumery directly from Estée Lauder herself. Transitioning to Elizabeth Arden and Warner Cosmetics, she was pivotal in the development of iconic scents like Gloria Vanderbilt. In 1983, Gottlieb founded her own consultancy, Ann Gottlieb Associates, which has become a cornerstone for olfactive and product development services in the fragrance industry. She is credited with guiding the creation of numerous blockbuster fragrances, including all fifteen Calvin Klein releases, Carolina Herrera's Chic and 212, and Liz Claiborne's signature scents. Her expertise extends across prestige and mass-market segments, collaborating with industry giants like Unilever and Victoria's Secret. Recognized for her visionary approach, Gottlieb has been honored by organizations such as Cosmetic Executive Women and The Fragrance Foundation, and is widely regarded as an authority and innovator in fragrance creation.