Gerard Goupy

Gerard Goupy was a prominent perfumer who spent the majority of his career working for the fragrance and flavor house Givaudan. He is perhaps best known for his collaborative work in the 1970s and 1980s, contributing to the development of several iconic scents during a transformative era in perfumery.

Among his most recognized creations is the original Eau de Lancôme (1972), a classic citrus-aromatic fragrance that remains a staple of the brand. His body of work often emphasized clean, refreshing compositions and balanced floral structures, cementing his reputation as a technically skilled perfumer within the industry.