
The Athenaeum
Decoding fragrance
The language of notes, sillage and aromatic profiles allows us to describe perfume. Discover our guide to selecting a signature fragrance.
An anthology of sought-after selections
Perhaps it is our formulations’ aromas that hold the greatest appeal; perhaps it is their efficacy or ingredients. In any case, our brown bottles are suited to a wide range of recipients.


Our stores and stockists
We have stores and counters in cities of note across the world, each individually designed to delight all five senses and provide a calm, welcoming haven. In these spaces, we host our customer as a guest. We will be pleased to help you locate your nearest physical Aesop store or stockist.
‘Listening … means taking a vigorous, human interest in what is being told us.’
Alice Duer Miller