Our Story
THE ORIGINAL
In 1983 a young music executive from New York left the music industry behind to begin Gendarme Fragrances. Topper Schroeder had long searched for a subtle, clean, fresh scent that was unique and new to the fragrance world at this time. With some guidance and no experience in the art of perfumery, he developed Gendarme. A clean, crisp, fresh scent in a minimalistic bottle, Gendarme led the way for future “clean” fragrance category. Gendarme continues to be the purveyor of some of the most amazing scents. It has influenced the best and the most well-known fragrances in today’s market.
Topper and his business partner Jonathan Risco continued to expand the line adding new scents and skincare. Forty years later, Gendarme has become an iconic brand. Although loved and worn by many creatives and athletes, it has maintained its mysterious and exclusive charm.
In 1983 a young music executive from New York left the music industry behind to begin Gendarme Fragrances. Topper Schroeder had long searched for a subtle, clean, fresh scent that was unique and new to the fragrance world at this time. With some guidance and no experience in the art of perfumery, he developed Gendarme. A clean, crisp, fresh scent in a minimalistic bottle, Gendarme led the way for future “clean” fragrance category. Gendarme continues to be the purveyor of some of the most amazing scents. It has influenced the best and the most well-known fragrances in today’s market.
Topper and his business partner Jonathan Risco continued to expand the line adding new scents and skincare. Forty years later, Gendarme has become an iconic brand. Although loved and worn by many creatives and athletes, it has maintained its mysterious and exclusive charm.