The Cultures of Perfume; A Book Brunch with Saskia Wilson Brown. Sunday 22nd November 10:30am

One of my favourite people has written a book!

'The Cultures of Perfume - Scents that Shaped History' launches this month and Saskia Wilson Brown will join us for a special zoom on the big screen to tell us more about her work in perfume, her thoughts and the ideas that shaped this highly anticipated book.

As Saskia is in LA, this had to be a morning affair, so we're laying out a brunch spread upstairs in the Atelier, thanks to our friends at Renzettis who will be catering for us. If you've come to an Atelier event before, you'll know we love to put on a good table!

We can fit around 26 people, and we've got two options for you for a ticket; Brunch with a Book (preordered) or Brunch with the Bunch. We will also have a few copies of the book available for you if you decide to pick up a copy on the day.

The event runs from 10:30am till around 1pm to so there'll be time to chat and relax with like minded creatives, curious souls, thinkers and perfume lovers. It's a welcoming and safe space in the Atelier, and all are welcome.
No pets though please - we have a lab downstairs!

More on the book:
How do Las Vegas casinos convey the sensation of fresh water in the middle of a desert? What is the connection between unripe produce and the new popularity of green-smelling perfumes? And why do we love putting these scents and more on our skin?
This illustrated field guide to 36 distinct scent notes tells the story of smell and humanity’s fascination with perfume through anecdotes, historical research and folk knowledge. With a smart and politically savvy style, author Saskia Wilson-Brown argues for scent as an art on a par with all other forms of art, and demonstrates how its appreciation and creation can be enjoyed by everyone. Nine thematic sections—Among the Elements; In Sickness and in Health; Seduction; Magic and the Supernatural; Religion; Power; Trade Paths; The Golden Age of Consumerism; and The Stories We Tell—move from the ancient origins of scent-making to the birth of the perfume industry and beyond to the speculative scents of outer space. Readers learn of the economic, chemical, political and psychological components of the dreamy florals, sparkling aldehydes, animalic musks and other materials behind some of the world’s most recognizable scents.
Designed by Brian Paul Lamotte, The Cultures of Perfume features a “Smell More” section after each chapter, in which readers can follow their interests (and their noses) to find recommendations for scents by independent brands.

Saskia Wilson-Brown founded the Los Angeles–based Institute for Art and Olfaction as a nonprofit advancing access and experimentation in perfumery. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, W, Paper, the Hollywood Reporter, Art in America and more.
https://saskiawilsonbrown.com/

*please let us know of any dietary restrictions/concerns when you book the ticket so we can cater for you. There will be gluten free options available also.

RRP of the book is based around the Australian publisher pricing.