As a collective, members of Gen Z are dynamic trendsetters and culture shifters.
“It’s about being proud and grounded in one’s identity.
Gaultier intentionally chose an entire cast of people who are known because they celebrate who they are.
With the visuals, it’s not about conforming to the image of the bottle.
Instead, it’s about how the bottle encapsulates all of us and can be made our own.”
All of your partnerships are very intentional.
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What made you want to work with Jean Paul Gaultier?
“I have always loved fashion for the sake of self-expression.
So, from that perspective, I’ve always followed Gaultier as a fashion house.
Jean Paul Gaultier
The brand has always been a space for creativity and cutting-edge ideas.
I haven’t created a mood board without a Gaultier image in the last seven years.
When they approached me, I was excited to be in conversation with them.
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But the Gaultier team just got it.”
Tell me about your relationship with fragrance.
What’s your earliest scent memory?
“Growing up in a Black and Iranian household, I’d say food is my earliest fragrance memory.
I’m somebody who’s been pushing for a garlic-scented Febreze since I was younger.
To me, it is the sign of a lived-in house and exciting family moments.
Beyond that, I grew up in a family that uses essential oils.
I like to apply frankincense oil to my temples and wrists.
We also use Hyacinth flowers, jasmine, and rose water during the Persian New Year.”
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What about Gaultier Divine resonates most with you?
“I like that it has a balance of scents.
I love beautiful floral fragrances.
But when I smelled the fragrance, I immediately understood why the campaign had a nautical theme.
Gaultier Divine smells like the beach.
You have floral notes, and then there’s a sea salt, ocean undertone.
Before the fragrance came out, I oftenpaired fragrances and essential oils.
So, having a perfume that hits all the notes [you want] is always great.”
What other scents from Gaultier are in your fragrance wardrobe?
“I loveClassique Eau de Toilette($71).
I’m also a cologne girl, so I love theLe Male Eau de Toilette($64).
My approach is based on what mood I’m in.
What are some of your winter skincare essentials?
“I focus on skin management during the winter because my skin is very reactive based on the weather.
So, I take a stab at create agentle skincare routine.
What’s your go-to winter makeup look?
From a purely aesthetic perspective, I love to wear brown lipliner or brown eyeshadow in the winter.
How are you practicing self-care these days?
“I approached this new year by trying to think about long-term goals and creating balance.
This year, I want to maintain the work-life balance I found last year.
I’m calling this year ‘Trust Your Gut 2024’ for a few reasons.
First, I’m trying to heal my gut health and experimenting with probiotics.
Secondly, last year was about stepping outside of my box and pushing my boundaries.
You recently graced the TED Talk stage to speak about letting curiosity lead.
What was that moment like?
It was very surreal because I was a speech and debate kid.
Plus, I’ve been listening to TED Talks since I gained consciousness.
To be at a TED conference surrounded by people I admire was super exciting.
Talking about curiosity was fun because my life has been guided by curiosity.
I feel I’ve become better at what I do because I have multiple sets of interests.”
What’s piquing your curiosity when it comes to work?
I love that, and it makes me excited.
It also doesn’t have to be in obvious waysit can be through a love story or biopic.
