Book an appointment
Guided Customization
Olfactory’s Scent Advisors guide you through a customization process focused on discovery and fun! Leave with a signature scent, bottled fresh on-site.
Pricing
Each custom scent is $85.
No deposit for groups under 4. $20 deposit is required for larger groups.
Private Events
For groups of 8+, we recommend booking a private event.
DC - Union Market
Book an appointment
Guided Customization
Olfactory’s Scent Advisors guide you through a customization process focused on discovery and fun! Leave with a signature scent, bottled fresh on-site.
Pricing
Each custom scent is $85.
Appointment Deposits
No deposit for groups under 4. A $20 deposit is required for larger groups.
Private Events
For groups of 8+, we recommend booking a private event.
Studio Information
Studio Information
Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome
No deposit required for smaller groups.
1260 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Opening Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 11am-7pm
Sunday: 11am-6pm
$85 for each custom scent
What to expect at our studio:
The Custom Scent Process
STEP 1: Explore our 9 core fragrances
Discover our 9 core fragrances and choose your favorite. This will be the base of your custom perfume

STEP 2: Enhance your core fragrance
Once you have your core scent we start to build on this, adding various accords that can take your scent in exciting direction. Some will boost out notes already in the scent and others will compliment

STEP 3: Choose label name & color
Select a unique, personal label color and name for your new custom scent!

What to expect at our studio:
The Custom Scent Process
STEP 1: Explore our 9 core fragrances
Discover our 9 core fragrances and choose your favorite. This will be the base of your custom perfume

STEP 2: Enhance your core fragrance
Once you have your core scent we start to build on this, adding various accords that can take your scent in exciting direction. Some will boost out notes already in the scent and others will compliment

STEP 3: Choose label name & color
Select a unique, personal label color and name for your new custom scent!

Finding us
Union Market, Washington, DC, is a vibrant cultural and culinary hub, celebrated for its eclectic mix of artisanal food vendors, local makers, and creative spaces. What was once a historic wholesale market has transformed into one of DC’s most exciting destinations, attracting locals and visitors with its diverse dining, boutique shopping, art installations, and lively community events.
Find Olfactory NYC at 1260 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002—a unique fragrance studio where you can create your own personalized perfume and body products, as individual as you are.
Getting Here: Union Market is conveniently located in Northeast DC, just steps from the NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro station (Red Line) and easily accessible by car, bike, or rideshare.
Book a private event!
Join us in our private events space for a party where everyone leaves with their very own custom perfume – bottled fresh on-site!
Book a private event!
Join us in our private events space for a party where everyone leaves with their very own custom perfume – bottled fresh on-site!
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