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Dinand: Les Formes du Parfum, 30 Ans de Design by Pierre Dinand
Few designers have shaped the visual identity of modern perfumery as profoundly as Pierre Dinand. Responsible for dozens of iconic fragrance bottles, Dinand transformed perfume packaging from mere containers into objects of desire, instantly recognizable and inseparable from […]
Chicago Convention 2026 Recap
The buzzwords echoing throughout the IPBA’s 38th Annual Convention in Chicago were undoubtedly “excitement” and “energy”. There were tours, a fantastic soiree at Perfume Passage, and a crowded showroom featuring amazing perfumes and vanity items!
Practically Magic IPBA Day Zoom Gathering
Please join us for an enchanting afternoon as IPBA celebrates the celestial, misty, mysterious—and practically magical—side of collecting on October 17, 2026. Open your cabinets and search your collections for treasures with a touch of magic. Think celestial […]
Treasure Trove of Tiaras
A tiara stopper is one of symmetrical form that extends below the bottle’s rim or shoulders. Most often found on Czechoslovakian bottles, they can also be found on Lalique designs and an occasional commercial bottle. If a princess […]
Marc Rosen Goes Behind the Bottle in Special IPBA Live Interview
What makes a perfume bottle impossible to ignore? According to legendary designer Marc Rosen, the bottle must become a “silent salesman”—capturing attention, inviting someone to pick it up, and ultimately helping sell the fragrance. Rosen shared that philosophy, […]
Mini Specialty Group November Meeting
Join the Mini Specialty Group on Saturday, November 7 for a fun and fascinating look at WWII-era and Guerlain perfume bottles. Explore the beauty, history, and stories behind these treasured bottles during an extraordinary period in history. Have […]
Live Interview With Marc Rosen
Live with Legendary Perfume Bottle Designer Marc Rosen The International Perfume Bottle Association (IPBA) is thrilled to welcome internationally acclaimed perfume bottle designer Marc Rosen for a very special live interview on Wednesday, September 2nd. Join us as […]
Three Centuries of Scent Bottles Zoom Presentation
Three Centuries of Scent Bottles From elegant Chinese Kangxi porcelain and classic Delft to beautiful Jasper and Cameo Glass, Martin will explore the artistry, craftsmanship, and history behind these remarkable treasures. Join us on Sunday, August 30, for […]
Self-Absorbed Narcissus
Because it often grows near water and points its head downward, narcissus represents self-reflection, vanity, and the dangers of self-obsession. And who can forget the cautionary Greek myth of Narcissus, who fell in love with his own reflection […]
Fun Things To Do in Mermaid City
IPBA 39th Annual Convention April 29 – May 1, 2027 Norfolk, VA Save the date for the exciting 2027 IPBA convention in Norfolk, VA. Come early and stay late – see the exciting things to do in Norfolk. […]
ENAMELS: The Wonder of Color
ENAMELS: The Wonder of Color Saturday, August 1st Presented by Monica Magnani Join the International Perfume Bottle Association (IPBA) for a fascinating journey into the colorful world of enamel scent bottles. International collector and researcher Monica Magnani will […]
USA 250th Anniversary – Stars and Stripes
In recognition of this July 4th being the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, we are celebrating perfumes and vanity items that are red, white, and blue or show “Old Glory’s” stars and stripes.
Serge Mansau: Sculptor of Emotions & Glass Poet
Join the IPBA for a special global presentation on the life and work of renowned perfume bottle designer Serge Mansau, on July 19, 2026. Presented by Antoine Poujol and Jean-Marie Martin-Hattemberg, this program will explore Mansau’s artistic vision, […]
Minis Specialty Group Upcoming Meeting
Join us for a fun and relaxed Zoom gathering open to all as we share our newest treasures, including finds from the 2026 IPBA Convention. We’ll also recap the Convention Minis Collectors Session. Saturday, July 11th 🕜 […]
Ideas for Displaying Your Collection
The less an item is handled, the less likely it is to get chipped, scratched, or broken. So generally it is better to display your collection of perfume bottles and vanity items under glass so that it does […]
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