Vert d'Encens
Eau de Parfum
Tom Ford
Acquired
Michael Nordstrand
Public interviews emphasize Nordstrand’s interest in the intersection of history, mythology, art and science, which informs narrative-driven compositions such as Bad Lily for TALE. His work at Patina on Nopalia, a new fruity-floral molecule, and his discussions about balancing natural and synthetic materials suggest a style that is technically informed yet conceptually anchored in historical and mythological themes.
About
Michael Ælfric Nordstrand is an independent perfumer, teacher and multidisciplinary artist based in the United States. He is the founder and principal perfumer of Mythologist Studio, an atelier focused on bespoke formulation for fine fragrance, skincare and ambient scent. Since 2020 he has been an adjunct lecturer at the Institute for Art and Olfaction, teaching Creative Development for Perfumery I, II and III, and he also leads themed scent-making workshops at The Met Cloisters. Nordstrand holds degrees and certifications in perfume creation and cosmetic sciences from Givaudan, ISIPCA, the Grasse Institute of Perfumery and Cinquième Sens, plus a certification in medicinal plants from Cornell University. In 2025 he and the brand Tale received a Golden Pear at the Art & Olfaction Awards for the fragrance Bad Lily, and in August 2025 he joined the company Patina as Principal Perfumer, leading olfactory initiatives including work on the fruity-floral aroma chemical Nopalia.
Notable Creations
- Bad Lily (TALE
- 2025)
Training
Givaudan, ISIPCA, Grasse Institute of Perfumery, Cinquième Sens (Independent)
Creations by Michael Nordstrand