Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Maison Francis Kurkdjian hardly needs any further introduction: Francis Kurkdjian is a star perfumer who has been creating scents for impressive fashion brands before he started his own Maison in 2009 with its bestselling fragrance Baccarat Rouge 540. With great elegance, Kurkdjian knows how to combine the two cultures from his French-Armenian background into perfumes that suit everybody. Kurkdjian is versatile, creative, and a visionary, combining his passion for fashion with his knowledge of fine fragrances. His collection is a fragrance wardrobe, choose your fragrance on your mood and the moment.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian at Perfume Lounge: the first retailer in The Netherlands
Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a globally celebrated fragrance house from France where luxury, timelessness, and elegance come together. Founded in 2009 by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian, the Maison is a space where he fully exercises his artistic freedom. That same year, Perfume Lounge proudly introduced this exclusive brand to the Netherlands, becoming the country’s very first official retailer.
Kurkdjian’s fragrances feel like a personal scent wardrobe, thoughtfully created to suit different moods, moments, and emotions. From the crisp, serene mornings with Petit Matin to the romantic, vibrant evenings of Grand Soir, each scent tells a story.
Baccarat Rouge 540: A Modern Classic at Perfume Lounge
Among Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s collection, Baccarat Rouge 540 stands out as the most iconic fragrance. This unisex scent is a masterful blend of saffron, cedarwood, ambroxan, and jasmine—resulting in a warm, addictive composition.
The name “Baccarat” nods to the legendary French crystal house, which celebrated its 250th anniversary with a special collaboration with Kurkdjian. The “540” refers to the temperature at which crystal turns its signature deep red hue.
Beloved for its unique scent profile and unmistakable sillage, Baccarat Rouge 540 is often the source of compliments. Available both as an eau de parfum and in the more intense extrait de parfum, it embodies luxury, confidence, and modern elegance.
Who is Francis Kurkdjian?
Francis Kurkdjian first made waves in the world of niche perfumery with his groundbreaking creation Le Male for Jean Paul Gaultier. Since then, he has crafted numerous modern classics for high-end fashion and fragrance houses. Today, he is the in-house perfumer at Dior and continues to inspire with his own brand, Maison Francis Kurkdjian.
Known for his refined and instantly recognizable style, his creations—like Baccarat Rouge 540, Oud Satin Mood, and Grand Soir—have become true icons in the world of niche perfumery.
Top 5 Maison Francis Kurkdjian Fragrances at Perfume Lounge
Baccarat Rouge 540
The undisputed favorite of the collection. Baccarat Rouge 540 is sweet, intense, and long-lasting, featuring saffron, cedarwood, and jasmine. Available as eau de parfum and extrait de parfum, along with a full range of home and body products in this signature scent.
Grand Soir Eau de Parfum
The evening counterpart to Petit Matin, Grand Soir is a warm amber fragrance perfect for sparkling nights and romantic occasions. It’s composed of vanilla, Brazilian tonka bean, and Spanish cistus.
Gentle Fluidity Gold Eau de Parfum
A cozy, enveloping fragrance with a soft, powdery touch. Warm, elegant, and distinctly Maison Francis Kurkdjian.
Oud Satin Mood
A creative interpretation of precious oud wood, Oud Satin Mood combines warm amber and oud with rich Damask rose. Other oud variations like Oud Silk Mood and Oud are equally captivating.
724 Eau de Parfum
Inspired by the energy of New York City, 724 captures urban vibrancy in a luminous scent that reflects dynamic surroundings and stunning architecture.
“There is something about big cities that sweeps over you, electrifies you, elevates you. I translated that communicative energy, that life pulsating in unison, into a fragrance.”
— Francis Kurkdjian