35,000 won custom perfume workshop in seongsu !
i’m a sucker for any customised and even more a custom memory fragrance ?!
RETTRE checked everything from aesthetic to affordability and to the unique experience !!
📍RETTRE Yeonmujang-Gil
🗺️ South Korea, Seoul, Seongdong-gu, Yeonmujang 13-gil, 3 레트르 3층
Personalizing a fragrance at RETTRE goes beyond just picking scents; it is a deeply immersive sensory journey. When I visited, the process began with sharing a personal photo that was meaningful to me, which immediately helped connect my memories to the fragrances. This aspect truly makes the perfume custom to your experiences rather than just preferences. The staff used a small device to measure my brain activity as I was exposed to various scents, offering a scientific touch that made me feel like a participant in a fascinating experiment. It was intriguing to realize how scents like Jasmine, which emerged as my top choice, triggered vivid recollections of my recent family trip to Guangzhou. The hands-on experience of blending up to seven scents to create a 50 ML bottle for only 35,000 won was outstanding value. Watching the staff package the perfume in a unique paint-like tin added an artistic flair, making the whole workshop feel special and memorable. This experience in Seongsu is especially encouraging for travelers looking for something off the beaten path in Seoul. It blends art, science, and personal storytelling, which I found enriching and fun. Whether you’re with friends or exploring solo, this workshop provides a charming way to capture and preserve your memories in a bottle—an unforgettable souvenir from Korea.































