Yann Vasnier – the creative mind at Givaudan

Yann Vasnier: boldness in the service of niche

Portrait of a French perfumer

A French perfumer composing at Givaudan, Yann Vasnier has become known for his taste for singular materials and unexpected textures, highly sought after by demanding niche houses.

Yann Vasnier's creations at Soleil d'Or

He created Sicilian Leather for MEMO, a luminous citrus leather, as well as 06 - Paris Radieux for SOLFÉRINO PARIS, an amber floral in the Parisian style.

Leather, citrus and luminous florals

His style explores leathery, citrus and floral accords, playing on the contrast between sparkling bergamot and the depth of leather.

Who should wear a Yann Vasnier perfume, and when?

Unisex leathery and citrus perfumes, as comfortable by day as in the evening. Lovers of Givaudan creations can compare him to Nathalie Lorson or Aliénor Massenet.

How to choose your Yann Vasnier perfume?

Hesitating between Sicilian Leather and 06 - Paris Radieux is only natural: 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 guided trial with our team.

Yann Vasnier 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.

Delivery & free in-store collection in Lille

In mainland France, Colissimo delivery is free from €49 to a pickup point and from €59 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. Find all the details on our shipping page.