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Hey Sweet Pea!
“Hey, sweet pea” is an expression we’ve all grown up hearing. But few of us have actually spent time thinking about where this phrase actually came from. In the language of flowers, the sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus) holds […]
New to an IPBA Convention?
Never been to an IPBA Convention before? Relax! We’ve got you covered! You will be assigned to a mentor, who will introduce you to folks and show you the ropes! Now see why some of our regular attendees […]
Chypre Fragrances
“Chypre” is a popular fragrance, but not associated with a specific flower. Named after the island of Cyprus and popularized by François Coty in 1917, a chypre (pronounced “sheep-ra”) perfume is a sophisticated fragrance family known for its contrasting, earthy, woody, […]
Convention Registration Now Open!
The IPBA Board is excited to host an enthusiastic crowd at Convention 2026. It will be held April 23 – 26, 2026 at the Holiday Inn Chicago Downtown Wolf Point, 350 West Wolf Point Plaza, Chicago, Illinois. We have many […]
Ringing in the New Year
We are ringing in the New Year with a collection of bell-themed perfume and vanity items. Like a choir of handbells, they are creating a joyous noise!
Compacts and Perfume Bottles of DuBarry by Michael A. Mont and Judith Gale
Former IPBA member Michael A. Mont and his daughter Judith Gale have created something special with their recently published book, “Compacts and Perfume Bottles of DuBarry”! Their book dives deep into the rich history of Richard Hudnut’s DuBarry […]
Free Convention Activities Open to the Public
IPBA 38th ANNUAL CONVENTION APRIL 23 – 26, 2026 HOLIDAY INN CHICAGO, DOWNTOWN WOLF POINT 350 West Wolf Point Plaza FREE EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Friday, April 24th, 2026 5:15 pm – 7:30 pm. Collector’s […]
The Glitter and Glam of Rhinestones
The use of rhinestones on perfume and vanity items varies from two small rhinestones for an animal’s eyes to being completely covered in glamorous rhinestones. Come enjoy the glitter and glam of rhinestone studded perfume and vanity items […]
Perfume Bottle Design Competition 2026 Opens on December 1st
1. Eligibility This free to enter perfume bottle design competition is open to anyone who designs and creates an original perfume bottle*. This design may be of any medium (glass, metal, pottery, etc.). Only a tangible perfume bottle […]
Perfect Pearls
Pearls symbolize a range of virtues including elegance, wealth, status, and spiritual growth. Their symbolism is rooted in their formation, where a mollusk creates a beautiful, protective shell around an irritant, mirroring human growth through adversity. Pearls are […]
Art Deco Glamour in Compacts, Purses & Vanity Treasures
November 12, 2025 6:30 – 8:00 PM Eastern The Art Deco Society of Washington and the International Perfume Bottle Association will be exploring the timeless beauty and design in ladies’ luxury accessories. This presentation examines ladies’ luxury accessories […]
Lovely Lavender
In the language of flowers, Lavender means peace, calm, devotion, and purity. This derives from its well-known relaxing fragrance and historical uses for bathing and healing. Its purple color also represents royalty, grace, and luxury. We have many […]
IPBA Day Spooky Zoom Meeting
Share your spooky perfume and vanity items during our IPBA Day Spooky Zoom meeting! The meeting will be held on October 18th at 1:30 PM Eastern time, hosted by Barbara W. Miller. Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81522595290?pwd=2yfIUkT2VdAS15fflus0J1Ag8JrqnA.1 Meeting ID: 815 […]
Website Open House October 18th!
The IPBA will be opening up the members-only portion of their website to the general public for one day only on October 18th. This is your once-a-year opportunity to feast your eyes on beautiful perfumes, compacts, purses and […]
Save The Date For Convention 2026!
April 23 – 26, 2026 in Chicago! We will be staying at the luxurious Holiday Inn Downtown – Wolf Point: get details here. See also a preliminary schedule and a list of places to go, things to see, […]
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