Sondrine Kehoe is the founder and perfumer of Cygnet Perfumery. With a passion for hand-making fragrances since childhood, she developed a unique style influenced by traditional techniques and contemporary aesthetics. Sondrine's love for the natural world and commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability drive her work at Cygnet Perfumery, where she aims to revive the ancient art of perfumery and celebrate the beauty of nature.

The swan is prevalent in folklore and mythology, representing beauty, love and a connection with the unseen world. Our namesake comes from the Latin cygnus meaning “swan”, with the ending -et used in nouns to indicate smallness; Cygnet - a baby swan. 

Our name pays homage to the creation of Cygnet Perfumery at a time when our founder Sondrine, affectionately named Swan, became a mother. It also speaks to one of our guiding values; that there is greatness in the small. 

We hold great reverence for the small - inspired by microscopic magic, making in small batches, and giving our full attention to the intricacies.