Creating a fragrance is a harmonious blend of precision, patience, and artistry. Here’s how our vision takes shape:

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Inspiration & Creation
Every fragrance begins with a spark of inspiration—a story, a feeling, or a moment captured in scent. Susan composes this "brief," often experimenting with dozens of trials, known as "mods," to bring the vision to life. This process can take months, sometimes even a year, as she refines the nuances and ensures every note resonates with the intended emotion.

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Formulation
Once Susan is satisfied with her composition, the perfume is prepared at 100% material strength. This meticulous process can involve up to 100 individual ingredients. Each is measured with care in a pristine workspace, a process requiring focus and precision that takes several hours.

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Maturation
After blending, the fragrance rests for about a month. This maturation allows the ingredients to harmonize, ensuring the final composition is as seamless as it is captivating.

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Dilution
The matured compound is then diluted into a carrier and chilled for a few days. This step ensures stability and purity before the final refinement.

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Filtering
Many of our natural materials contain waxes or subtle impurities. We use vacuum filtration to achieve clarity and purity. As the perfume is left to breathe post-filtration, the studio fills with its enchanting aroma—an experience as delightful as the fragrance itself.

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The Result
The outcome is a carefully crafted, pure, and refined fragrance, bottled and ready to share—a testament to the artistry and devotion that defines Susan James Fragrances.