Bernard Ellena is a highly respected perfumer who has created fragrances for a wide range of brands throughout his long and distinguished career. Born in Grasse, the heart of the perfume industry, he was trained at Roure Bertrand Dupont.
He began his professional career at Haarmann & Reimer (now Symrise), where he spent most of his career.
Ellena has worked with a variety of brands, ranging from luxury names such as Creed, Givenchy, and Van Cleef & Arpels, to more accessible brands like Avon and Benetton.
His creations range from classic and elegant fragrances like Jil Sander Style and Montblanc Legend Pour Femme to modern and bold compositions such as Davidoff The Game and Givenchy Ange ou Démon Le Secret. He has also created fragrances for niche brands, including the acclaimed Amouage Beloved Woman.
Throughout his career, Ellena has proven himself a master of his craft, capable of creating memorable and commercially successful fragrances. His extensive portfolio and continued success have earned him a respected place in the world of perfumery.