BDK Perfumes – The Parisian Perfume Studio

Q: Who founded BDK Parfums?

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Q: What does BDK stand for?

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Q: What are the BDK Parfums collections?

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Q: What is the BDK Parfums best-seller?

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Q: Are BDK perfumes unisex?

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BDK perfumes: the Parisian perfume studio of the Palais-Royal. Impadia, Gris Charnel, Rouge Smoking, Velvet Tonka — to smell and to buy at Soleil d'Or, in Lille or online. Founded in 2016 by David Benedek Kertész, born in Paris in 1989 and grandson of Transylvanian exiles who were among the first to distribute Worth and Christian Dior in Paris, the house composes singular fragrances driven by storytelling and by the richness of its raw materials.

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BDK Parfums: David Benedek Kertész's Parisian perfume studio

A house founded in 2016 at the Palais-Royal

BDK Parfums was born in 2016, in the Palais-Royal district of Paris. Its founder, David Benedek Kertész, grew up in the world of perfumery: born in Paris in 1989 to a father of Romanian origin and a mother born on the Algeria-Morocco border, he is the grandson of Transylvanian exiles who were, in the 1950s, among the first people authorised to distribute great names such as Worth and Christian Dior in Paris. The initials BDK are his own: he preferred them to his full name to suggest a collective creative studio rather than a personal brand.

The signature fragrances of the Parisian house

The BDK pantheon brings together Impadia, Gris Charnel, the powdery musk that launched the international reputation of the house, Rouge Smoking, Velvet Tonka and 312 Saint-Honoré, whose name borrows from a Paris address. Several of these creations also exist as perfume extracts.

A style driven by storytelling

The house claims singular fragrances, infused with allure, passion and character, carried by moments and instants. Its creations echo the world of words and narrative, inspiring tales as imaginary as they are real — with no predefined roadmap, but guided by the work of craftspeople and the richness of the raw materials.

Five collections, one vision

The Collection Parisienne is the narrative heart of the house. The Collection Matières puts precious ingredients centre stage, the Collection Studio gathers the absolus built on precious woods, the Collection Azur evokes the Mediterranean and the Collection Exclusive brings together the confidential editions.

Who is BDK for, and when to wear it?

BDK speaks to lovers of contemporary Parisian perfumery, looking for a recognisable trail without heaviness. The house is unisex. Its floral and aromatic creations shine in the warmer months, while the gourmand, leathery and amber ones come into their own in autumn and winter.

How to choose your BDK perfume?

Hesitating between Impadia and Gris Charnel is normal: niche perfumery is an intimate matter. Our custom discovery box — five 2 mL samples hand-prepared from our catalogue — lets you compare at home. For the real thing, our shop at 22 rue de la Clef in Lille welcomes you for a guided trial.

BDK Parfums at Soleil d'Or, a Lille perfumery since 1953

Founded in 1953 by Jeanne Muyllaert on the Grand'Place in Lille, Soleil d'Or is an independent perfumery passed down through the generations. Hubert Maës (third generation) made it a niche perfumery reference; today his daughters Victorine and Apolline Maës (fourth generation) uphold that standard at 22 rue de la Clef, Lille (59800). Our team walks you through the entire BDK catalogue, with expert advice and guided trials.

Shipping & free in-store collection in Lille

Within mainland France, Colissimo shipping is free from €49 to a pickup point and from €79 to your door. Across Europe, it is free from €90 to a pickup point and from €120 to your door; we also ship internationally. Live in Lille or the metropolitan area? Free in-store collection at 22 rue de la Clef is the fastest and most economical option. Full terms on our shipping page.

Frequently asked questions about BDK Parfums

Who founded BDK Parfums?

David Benedek Kertész founded BDK Parfums in 2016. Born in Paris in 1989 to a father of Romanian origin and a mother born on the Algeria-Morocco border, he grew up in the world of perfumery: his grandparents, Transylvanian exiles, were among the first people authorised to distribute great names such as Worth and Christian Dior in Paris in the 1950s. His house is an independent perfume studio in the Palais-Royal district, whose address inspired 312 Saint-Honoré, at the heart of the Collection Parisienne.

What does BDK stand for?

BDK are the initials of the founder, David Benedek Kertész. He chose initials rather than his full name to convey the image of a collective creative studio rather than a personal brand. The house presents itself as a Parisian perfume studio, based in the Palais-Royal district since 2016 — a spirit carried further by the Collection Studio, where it explores its freest ideas, from Stellar Silk to Silver Ceremony.

What are the BDK Parfums collections?

The house organises its catalogue into five lines. The Collection Parisienne gathers the timeless chic of Gris Charnel, Rouge Smoking and 312 Saint-Honoré. The Collection Matières explores noble raw materials, from Oud Abramad to Velvet Tonka. The Collection Studio brings together the Stellar Silk, Oud Paradisio and Silver Ceremony absolus. To these are added the Collection Azur, Mediterranean and sunlit, and the Collection Exclusive, with its confidential editions.

What is the BDK Parfums best-seller?

Impadia is the most requested reference of the house at Soleil d'Or, ahead of Gris Charnel, a powdery musk of rare sensuality that launched BDK's international reputation. Velvet Tonka, vanilla and woody, and Rouge Smoking complete the trio of signatures. Our custom discovery box lets you compare them on skin before choosing.

Are BDK perfumes unisex?

Yes, every BDK Parfums creation is unisex: the house does not compose along gender codes. Whether you are drawn to the delicate florals of the Collection Parisienne or the intense leathers of the Collection Matières, every perfume is made for all personalities. Our custom discovery box helps you find yours: five 2 mL samples chosen from our catalogue.

BDK Perfumes – The Parisian Perfume Studio

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BDK Parfums: David Benedek Kertész's Parisian perfume studio

A house founded in 2016 at the Palais-Royal

The signature fragrances of the Parisian house

A style driven by storytelling

Five collections, one vision

Who is BDK for, and when to wear it?

How to choose your BDK perfume?

BDK Parfums at Soleil d'Or, a Lille perfumery since 1953

Shipping & free in-store collection in Lille

Frequently asked questions about BDK Parfums

Who founded BDK Parfums?

What does BDK stand for?

What are the BDK Parfums collections?

What is the BDK Parfums best-seller?

Are BDK perfumes unisex?

BDK Perfumes – The Parisian Perfume Studio

Browse all BDK Parfums fragrances

AZUR

EXCLUSIVE

SUBJECTS

Parisian

STUDIO

Impadia BDK PARFUMS

Gris Charnel BDK PARFUMS

Gris Charnel Extrait BDK PARFUMS

Rouge Smoking Extrait BDK PARFUMS

Velvet Tonka BDK PARFUMS

Vanille Leather BDK PARFUMS

312 Saint-Honoré BDK PARFUMS

Pas ce Soir BDK PARFUMS

Bouquet de Hongrie BDK PARFUMS

Oud Paradisio BDK PARFUMS

Tubéreuse Impériale BDK PARFUMS

Vanille Caviar BDK PARFUMS

Rouge Smoking BDK PARFUMS

Pas ce Soir Extrait BDK PARFUMS

Stellar Silk BDK PARFUMS

Crème de Cuir BDK PARFUMS

BDK Parfums: David Benedek Kertész's Parisian perfume studio

A house founded in 2016 at the Palais-Royal

The signature fragrances of the Parisian house

A style driven by storytelling

Five collections, one vision

Who is BDK for, and when to wear it?

How to choose your BDK perfume?

BDK Parfums at Soleil d'Or, a Lille perfumery since 1953

Shipping & free in-store collection in Lille

Frequently asked questions about BDK Parfums

Who founded BDK Parfums?

What does BDK stand for?

What are the BDK Parfums collections?

What is the BDK Parfums best-seller?

Are BDK perfumes unisex?