Dominique Ropion is one of the most respected perfumers in the world. A creator at IFF, celebrated for his technical mastery and dense compositions, at Soleil d'Or he signs Vanille Leather for BDK Parfums and Velvet Iris for Essential Parfums.
Dominique Ropion: virtuosity in the service of emotion
Portrait of a great name in perfumery
A perfumer at IFF, Dominique Ropion is regarded as one of the masters of his discipline. Renowned for his technical rigour and his ability to blend a great many materials, he creates rich, structured fragrances that remain remarkably legible.
Who is a Dominique Ropion fragrance for, and when to wear it?
His floral and woody creations are for lovers of demanding perfumery, by day or night. This mastery is also found in Anne Flipo and Bruno Jovanovic.
How to choose your fragrance by Dominique Ropion?
Hesitating between Vanille Leather and Velvet Iris is normal: niche perfumery is an intimate matter. Our discovery box lets you test at home before choosing a bottle. For a live experience, our boutique at 22 rue de la Clef in Lille (France) welcomes you for a trial guided by our team.
Dominique Ropion at Soleil d'Or, a Lille perfumery since 1953
Founded in 1953 by Jeanne Muyllaert on Lille's Grand'Place, Soleil d'Or is an independent perfumery passed down through the generations. Hubert Maes (third generation) steered it towards niche perfumery; today his daughters Victorine and Apolline Maes (fourth generation) uphold this standard at 22 rue de la Clef, Lille (59800), with expert advice, guided trials and our olfactory families guide.
Free shipping & in-store collection in Lille
In mainland France, Colissimo shipping is free from €49 to a pickup point and from €79 to your door. We also ship across Europe and worldwide. Free in-store collection at 22 rue de la Clef is the fastest and most economical option. All the details on our shipping page.
Frequently asked questions about Créations de Dominique Ropion perfumes
Who is Dominique Ropion?
Dominique Ropion is a French perfumer of international renown, a creator at IFF, celebrated for his technical mastery and his richly detailed compositions.
