Francis Kurkdjian Of Baccarat Rouge 540 Is Dior’s New Master Perfumer

Parfums Christian Dior has announced the appointment of Francis Kurkdjian as Perfume Creation Director. Kurkdjian is stepping into the role previously held by industry veteran François Demachy. The news comes as Grasse-born Demachy retires from his full time position, closing off what has been one of the most impressive tenures in the history of fine fragrance. Demachy is the nose behind a slew of iconic male and female perfumes, including Miss Dior Eau de Parfum, Dior Homme, Midnight Poison, Hypnotic Poison and the international best-seller Sauvage. Kurkdjian, 52, is 20 years younger but still comes with an impressive transcript. After… Read Full Article