Fragrances have been created for at least the last 6,000 years, originally in honour of the gods, more recently in honour of ourselves! Whatever the circumstances, perfume has always been a symbol of fashion, glamour and the utmost luxury. The Perfume Companion explores the history of perfume-making, with key developments in the making of fragrances from ancient times to the present day. Over 90 perfume houses are listed in a comprehensive directory, with an account of the history and the people who have made the company's name. Fragrance notes for flagship scents from each house are detailed along with full-colour pictures of the bottles that are as much as part of the perfume as the fragrance itself.
