Dave Apel

Dave Apel is a seasoned American perfumer who has spent much of his career at major fragrance houses, including Givaudan and Symrise. With decades of experience in the industry, he has developed a reputation for his technical expertise and his ability to work across both prestige and mass-market fragrance categories.

Apel is known for his versatility, having composed scents for global brands such as Elizabeth Arden, Marc Jacobs, and Avon. Among his most recognizable contributions to perfumery are Elizabeth Arden’s Green Tea, a defining scent in the fresh category, and various successful collaborations within the niche and designer spaces, characterized by clean structures and balanced compositions.