Upcoming
PERFUMERY RETREAT 2025 (April 28th - May 2nd)
We are extremely excited to soon reveal the location and collaborators of
PORCELAIN RETREAT 2025!
Surrounded by a variety of fruit trees, along with local fresh herbs and spices, the one-of-a-kind accommodation has a panoramic view that guarantees beautiful sunsets, with all the rooms looking over the magnificent sea.
This will be a scented retreat for dreamers with the opportunity to unwind, be creative and connect with art and nature.
Come Away with Us
Twice a year, we host exclusive perfumery retreats around the world where perfume lovers from different places come together to explore the magical and transformative world of natural scents.
Our retreats consist of making your bespoke natural perfume and learning about the art and science of natural perfumery, from the origins of fragrance to the modern-day revival of natural scents.
We love to combine different experiences that treat all the senses in our retreats - we do morning yoga, make pasta, relax by the pool and go on scented walks. Our venues differ, but the hotels are always luxurious, relaxing and earth-friendly.
*This hotel was the location for 2023
Workshops with Expert Guidance
Participate in our daily workshops led by founder Stine Hoff and gain insight into the fascinating world of botanical ingredients and traditional perfume-making techniques.
Stine will guide you in crafting your own signature scent tailored to your unique preferences, using a selection of premium-grade natural materials like cedarwood, rosemary, grapefruit and jasmine.
A retreat in a beautiful country where the yoga classes and perfume making made the trip an experience I’ll never forget. The food and wine tasting gave the trip an extra feeling of joy and pleasure
Kristin
This retreat was a replenishment for all senses. It gave energy for the autumn season. I loved the place, the people and all the content. It was a delightful balance between activity and rest.
Ann Katrin
A lovely teacher - and fantastic to feel her passion … My eyes were opened for personal insight with people I didn’t know.
Anja
A mindblowing and beautiful experience that will linger in your bones forever
Majbritt
This was a long weekend of nourishment and fellowship in the tranquil Italian countryside. The yoga and meditation sessions were both challenging and comforting, providing an opportunity for contemplation and connection with new friends. This, coupled with Stine’s perfume-making course and incredible food and wine was a real sensory experience!
Rebecca
An immersive and inspirational experience stimulating all the senses, set against the blooming backdrop of Andros in Spring.
Spring is an extraordinary time of the year here in Greece. The landscape is lush and verdant, the sea begins to warm up, and a sense of excitement permeates the island as it slowly reawakens after the quiet hibernation of winter.
There is truly no better time than this to explore the island; imagine hikes by rivers dotted with clusters of wild watercress, scents of musk, pollen and the distant echoing of fresh springs flowing steps away from the ancient capital of Andros. This workshop combines three different skills which are all united by a common theme: the sensual and all-encompassing beauty of nature, and the sensory gifts it gives. Immersed in the wild and ancient landscape of Andros, there could be no better setting for constant inspiration.
Stine, the founder of Porcelain perfumes, will help you to design your own signature scent, gathering inspiration from Andros’ unique landscape and wild vegetation. Masterclass attendees will be guided through an evocative, olfactory journey of scent and memory.
Then Stephanie will guide us through the process of creating uniquely crafted paper from waste, giving it new life and meaning by incorporating fresh elements and natural dyes. The result will be drying in the Cycladic sun, soaking up in all the Aegean breeze.
Finally, Kate will take us on a calligraphy journey, teaching us both modern and more ancestral techniques combined with the delicate use of inks and gold foiling.
All of these creative workshops will be beautifully orchestrated in the most idyllic setting, culminating in a one-of-a-kind art de la table and table scaping class, combining all the arts into one unique sensorial last supper experience.
***No experience is required for this retreat. All of our workshops are suitable for all levels.
Connect with Nature and your Senses
Our main goals with the retreats are to create more headspace, slowing down and connection with nature and yourself. Wander through fragrant gardens, get lost in moments of quiet reflection, and discover the emotional power of scent that connects you to your memories.
Leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the art and science of perfumery. Whether you're a fragrance enthusiast or a curious newcomer, our retreats offer an unforgettable experience that will enrich your knowledge about the world of natural perfume.
Join us on a journey of scent discovery and unlock the secrets of natural perfumery with PORCELAIN.
Your hosts
Stine Hoff
Stine Hoff is a Danish natural perfumer who launched the Copenhagen-based natural perfume house PORCELAIN in 2020. The award-winning brand creates micro-batches of unique perfumes that are 100% natural, vegan, and gender-neutral. Stine Hoff has taught perfume masterclasses, workshops, and retreats internationally and is an ambassador of the slow beauty movement and its holistic approach.
Steph Bezzano
Steph Bezzano is a small-batch papermaker based in Leicestershire, UK. She specialises in Western Style sheet formation with her pulp made 100% from post-consumer waste. Her sheets are bold in colour and meticulously handcrafted, combining artistry with eco-conscious practices. Each brand new sheet reflects her commitment to turning waste into something new, celebrating the beauty of craftsmanship and passion for keeping alive a traditional craft.
Kate Ridyard
Kate Ridyard is a London-based calligrapher and teacher. With an initial degree in Graphic Design, Kate further honed her craft by studying Calligraphy & Bookbinding at The Roehampton Institute, where world-renowned calligraphers, artists and craftspeople trained her. Currently, she is the go-to calligrapher for Petersham Nurseries; her studies and background cover all aspects of calligraphy, from analysing historical scripts to mastering traditional techniques used by medieval scribes, such as quill cutting, illumination and gilding with gold leaf.
Allegra Pomillo
Allegra Pomilio - Mèlisses’ founder and art director. Her knowledge of hospitality and gastronomy, combined with her photography and visual art skills, strikes the perfect balance on Andros. Born and raised in Abruzzo, Italy, Allegra opened Mèlisses at 24, creating a space for like-minded people to slow down, and seek visual inspiration. Featured in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Condé Nast Traveller, and more, her second home became more than a simple hospitality venue but rather a cherished and sought-after creative retreat for travellers, creatives, epicures, and many more worldwide. Every year, with her team, she hosts curated gatherings focused on discovering the island's wonders, each time with a different perspective and with fresh eyes.
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