Natalie Gracia-Cetto

France Born 0 Jean Paul Gaultier

Natalie Gracia-Cetto is known for her expressive, story-driven compositions, blending technical finesse with artistic inspiration from diverse sources such as music and photography. Her fragrances are marked by clarity, balance, and a refined sense of narrative.

About

Natalie Gracia-Cetto is a renowned French perfumer born and raised in Grasse, the historic heart of the fragrance world. She holds a doctorate in pharmacology, providing her with a unique scientific foundation before she embraced her passion for perfumery at the prestigious Givaudan Perfumery School. After completing her studies, Natalie embarked on an illustrious career spanning over 20 years at Givaudan, where she became one of the industry's most prolific and respected noses. Her portfolio boasts collaborations with both luxury houses such as Christian Dior, Burberry, and Chloé, as well as mainstream and niche brands including Puma, Morgane le Fay, and Van Cleef & Arpels. Natalie Gracia-Cetto's artistry has been recognized with multiple Fifi Awards, notably winning the Luxe category in 2004 for Burberry Brit and the Women's Nouveau Niche award the following year for Burberry Brit Red. Deeply influenced by her love of music, literature, and photography, she crafts fragrances that prioritize expressiveness, clarity, and a sense of story. Her work continues to inspire and enchant the fragrance community worldwide.