Brand Spotlight: Sage Perfume
5 MINUTE INTERVIEW WITH SAGE MACHADO, FOUNDER OF SAGE PERFUME OILS
1. You initially started out as a jewelry designer, how did you transition into scents?
As a jewelry designer of 25 years , I was inspired by my love and passion of gemstones to create my Gemstone Perfumery which began with only 5 scents and has grown to 21 today, 20 years later.
2. What is about scent is alluring to you?
I believe in wearing a perfume that embodies your essence . I am a firm believer in having a signature scent that changes with the seasons and creating a fragrance wardrobe for yourself . I chose to work with pure perfume oil because it wears closer to the skin, which keeps your scent much more intimate and personal.
3. How has travel impacted your designs and scents?
Simple, traveling inspires ALL of my senses , keeping my creative mind stimulated and rejuvenated! It is completely essential for me as a designer to be inspired by new places and it keeps me constantly evolving!
4. Your packaging is cheerful a welcome departure from ubiquitous minimalism- what was the inspiration behind it?
My signature Japanese Washi papers were discovered in San Francisco at a Japanese Museum . I chose them because I wanted to have a paper which had a textile like feel to it as well as a luster that would capture the brilliance of the gemstones. No other paper compares to me...they are hand-made on centuries old block printing boards and they truly make the perfect pairing with my perfumery!
5. What is your favorite meal?
My favorite meal is avocado toast with a pomegranate and arugula salad! And a cup of tea after ... must mention the tea! OBSESSED!
6. When you're feeling stressed or burnt out what do you do to unwind and refocus?
NATURE! Always nature! A long hike up a gorgeous mountain or a swim in the ocean make this Cali beach girl smile!
1. You initially started out as a jewelry designer, how did you transition into scents?
As a jewelry designer of 25 years , I was inspired by my love and passion of gemstones to create my Gemstone Perfumery which began with only 5 scents and has grown to 21 today, 20 years later.
2. What is about scent is alluring to you?
I believe in wearing a perfume that embodies your essence . I am a firm believer in having a signature scent that changes with the seasons and creating a fragrance wardrobe for yourself . I chose to work with pure perfume oil because it wears closer to the skin, which keeps your scent much more intimate and personal.
3. How has travel impacted your designs and scents?
Simple, traveling inspires ALL of my senses , keeping my creative mind stimulated and rejuvenated! It is completely essential for me as a designer to be inspired by new places and it keeps me constantly evolving!
4. Your packaging is cheerful a welcome departure from ubiquitous minimalism- what was the inspiration behind it?
My signature Japanese Washi papers were discovered in San Francisco at a Japanese Museum . I chose them because I wanted to have a paper which had a textile like feel to it as well as a luster that would capture the brilliance of the gemstones. No other paper compares to me...they are hand-made on centuries old block printing boards and they truly make the perfect pairing with my perfumery!
5. What is your favorite meal?
My favorite meal is avocado toast with a pomegranate and arugula salad! And a cup of tea after ... must mention the tea! OBSESSED!
6. When you're feeling stressed or burnt out what do you do to unwind and refocus?
NATURE! Always nature! A long hike up a gorgeous mountain or a swim in the ocean make this Cali beach girl smile!
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