A perfume that not only smells but also sounds, that tells a story in notes and chords. That's precisely the idea behind ART BRÜT. Our fragrances are more than just olfactory experiences – they are emotions set to music, stories that hang in the air. And like every great story, each of our fragrances needs its own soundtrack.

The parallels between scent and music

In music, as in perfumery, we speak of notes, chords, and compositions. Both are arts that aim to create a harmonious balance—a melody for the nose, a fragrance for the ears. Just as a song unfolds slowly, from the first note to the final echo, a perfume develops over hours, leaving a trail that lingers long afterward.

A song can capture a moment, encapsulate a mood, just as a fragrance can. A certain chord evokes goosebumps, just as a certain scent evokes memories. This connection is so natural to us that we decided to give each of our fragrances a musical dimension.

ART BRÜT – Fragrances made into sound

Our perfumes aren't just scents. They're soundscapes. They have rhythm, tempo, and atmosphere. "DISKO DISKO," for example, smells like the last half hour before sunrise, when euphoria meets tiredness. Frankincense, musk, and patchouli vibrate like the bass on the dance floor, while iris and honey cast a hint of dawn into the air.

"CHASING GHOSTS," on the other hand, sounds like rainy nights spent wandering the streets, chasing memories, while "WELTSCHMERZ" is an ode to melancholy—a symphony of dark woods, deep leather, and the final chord of a piano sonata.

Fragrances that want to be heard

Our perfumes aren't silent companions—they're expression, attitude, mood. And just as we choose music to match our mood, each of our fragrances carries its own soundscape. That's why we create a unique soundtrack for each fragrance—an echo of what it evokes when worn.

Because for us, a fragrance isn't just a fragrance. It's a song, a feeling, a story waiting to be heard.

Author: Kristin Matousek