John Stephen

John Stephen is a British perfumer with over 50 years of experience in the fragrance industry. He is the owner and chief perfumer of Cotswold Perfumery, founded in 1965. Stephen's career began when his family turned their perfume-making hobby into a business. He has created fragrances for prestigious clients, including the British Royal Family, and has worked with renowned London perfume houses. Stephen's style combines traditional British craftsmanship with innovative techniques, and he is known for using high-quality natural ingredients. He has developed over 100 products sold worldwide and has created fragrances for niche brands like Boadicea the Victorious. Stephen also shares his expertise through perfume-making courses at the Cotswold Perfumery. His notable achievements include creating fragrances for Queen Elizabeth II and winning contracts with French perfume houses against local competition.