This place is such a treasure. You must go. It is a kind of time machine. Within the doors, you will find lost and rare fragrances, new scents to discover, it's a relaxed vibe too-maybe you'll even feel like you left Portland for a second! The Perfume House offers a completely authentic experience every time I visit. I love the sort of quirky opulence to it's facade but also it's interiors.... Mark and the others really demonstrate the kind of unpretentious old-world relationship-based customer service that simply does not exist anywhere else that fine fragrances are sold in this city. Ten years I'm going here: I have never left in a worse mood than when I showed up-including during COVID TIMES! It's a definite mood booster and a top gem of Portland Oregon. read more

nice people working there, very patient and they carry a nice selection of fragrances. it did get very busy when i went so that was a bit nerve racking as its a pretty small space. a read more

As a consummate perfume lover, it is always exciting to have the opportunity to experience new and innovative scents as well to revisit beloved fragrances from the past. The Perfume House not only affords any customer a wide array of beautiful perfume options but in addition offers outstanding expertise and a true passion for the art of perfumery. Margaux greeted me warmly and immediately we clicked, chatting about various fragrances and making valuable suggestions. There was no pressure to buy but a sincere interest in providing congenial assistance and valuable knowledge. There is no need to shop elsewhere in Portland for perfume, The Perfume House has it all! read more

I ordered a discontinued perfume, Metal, by Paco Rabanne. It arrived in original, sealed package that had been clearly well cared for. The price was great and I was willing to take a chance as maybe 20 plus years old. I was delighted to open and it had original color to cologne and smelled as good as original from the late 70s. Very happy ! Thank you. read more

Came here with my boyfriend to get a 1 year anniversary present. Keely helped me understand what kinds of scents I like and let me sample so many perfumes. She helped me pick out the perfect scent for a special occasion and threw in a few samples of the other perfumes I liked. Wide variety of price points so everyone can find something that works for them. Can't wait to come back! read more

Best in the city. No where else can you sample 500, $500 dollar fragrances and avoid the instant regret of blind buying a frag that smells nothing how you imagined. Staff if great, very knowledgeable and enjoy what they do. Get there early, busy area so parking can be an issue read more

Lovely lovely lovely! Nice clientele very helpful and patient. Lots to choose from! I have been going here since I was in my early 20s and I'm now 68 and still am fascinated by the amazing beautiful scents that keep coming in! Pricey but worth it!!! read more

We had high hopes about this experience. Despite having an appointment, the salesperson was distracted, rude, and short. He even was judgmental when my daughter was explaining notes she prefers. What was supposed to be a wonderful holiday gift turned into what I can only describe as unexpected bullying! I never write reviews, but this was such a mismatch between expectations and our experience. read more

I knew about this amazing Perfume House when I was in broadcasting in Portland in the 80's. My first experience in the fine art of selecting an idea fragrance from the founder, Chris, who introduced me to some of the most exclusive men's colognes and perfumes in the world. I'm planning to return sometime soon to make some new selections. If you appreciate the world's finest fragrances, Perfume House in Portland is a "must visit". I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

Fabulous old-world charm. High class and great service. I have been coming here for 30 years and swear by their knowledgeable service and great inventory of classic products. read more

Hard to find fragrances with expert guidance to help you find the best scent profile for you.

As Portland icons go, the Perfume House has stolen my heart and my olfactory sense. Although it was founded in 1985, it hasn't been around as long as some other iconic spots, however, it's charm and unique ability to procure just about any fragrance makes it special. You won't find the cheap or the ordinary fragrances here. No ma'am, or sir, you will find the extraordinary fragrances here. The displays are unpretentious. The sales staff are warm, friendly and encourage you to take your time and sample the fragrances to find your personal scent. They are also happy to make a sample of a fragrance for you as well which is really helpful when choosing a new scent. The Perfume House will always be my go-to when I want a special fragrance. It has such an allure, such a je ne sais qoi. Come visit, you'll see. 2016 - Review # 68 read more

To be honest, I'm torn about writing a review. On the one hand, this is the best hidden gem in all of Portland and I want to keep it all to myself and my close friends. On the other hand, this place is so amazing that everyone should check it out. It was here that I discovered the true romance and magic of perfume. My dad became friends with the owner many years ago. It turns out he's one of the few certified "noses" in the world (meaning: he can identify a certain number of individual scents in a spritz of perfume all before the purfume hits the floor). Because of his international reputation, The Perfume House carries some of the most exclusive scents, ones that are only available in a very few if not no other location in the United States. As a gift, my dad bought me my first bottle of perfume here and the owner helped me pick it out by giving me nearly a two hour-long tour of scents. Ever since, I find I must shop here exclusively for my perfumes because (1) they can always help me find something I love, that no one else has and (2) I learn the stories behind each perfume which makes the experience of owning and wearing these scents a very special and magical experience. If you are a man in need of a gift that will melt your lady's soul, you can come in and describe your gal and they can help you pick the perfect perfume (it worked for my brother anyway and its so much more personalized than buying Ralph Lauren's Romance from Macy's). read more

The Perfume House - Perfume Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The Perfume House has the best selection of luxury fragrances. The staff is very knowledgeable-able to answer any question you may have.

The perfume house is a treasure. We started going when I was quite young with my mother and has become a cherished place to visit. Now that I'm adult with a daughter of my own it's become one of her favorite places to visit and I love taking her there. They always have something new and amazing to love. Every time I have been there I feel like I get the full experience, but when they are busy it can take a bit of time for your turn as they dedicate their attention to each individual client until they are ready to check out. If you want to pop in and out to get something I suggest calling and they will have it ready for you or shipped to you. If you want to take some time and find your perfect scent from true perfume professionals I suggest either happily waiting or making an appointment. Whenever I can I try to go earlier in the day and on a weekday to avoid the traffic as part of the allure is the individual experience you get. The customer service is second to none as is the selection. I hope the perfume house continues for years to come. read more

Started going to Perfume House fifteen years ago when Nordstrom could not keep a past-favorite in stock, so salesperson recommended Perfume House, since they get some stock from them. Upon entering, was greeted by the owner, Chris(now retired) and explained how matching a scent to your skin ph was a key factor and came up with the perfect scent(Jacques Fath) for me. The most impressive thing was his enthusiasm and precision in helping their customers and as a salesman, wished I had that enthusiasm for my products. The family has carried on his tradition and I am a customer for life. You will find products like Snow Rose that you won't find anywhere else in the area. Spend some time and look around, you will enjoy immensely.. read more

My sister and I went here during our visit to Portland to find a Christmas gift for our mother. We were hoping to find a scent similar to one our mother wore years ago. One of The Perfume House employees went above and beyond to let us sample perfumes, and when nothing seemed quite right, made a suggestion based on what we'd said to recommend one we might not have picked otherwise. We absolutely loved it and found a gift our mother would adore! She offered to wrap the gift and even sent us away with samples for ourselves based on what we told her we liked in a scent. We left raving about our experience. The staff was knowledgeable and SO friendly! I've never been treated so well in a shop and we're so happy they ship, because we'll certainly be looking to do business with them again! It should speak to how amazing our experience was that I signed up solely to give this place a glowing review because of how wonderful we found The Perfume House. read more

I have been a customer and ardent fan of The Perfume House since the year it opened, and it's still my favorite store in Portland, or anywhere really. It's a magical place, a little retreat from the real world, and I always find something wonderful that I had not seen or smelled before each time I visit the store. The owners and staff could not be more delightful, knowledgeable and helpful, and customers are NEVER pressured to buy. The Perfume House has always carried an impressive array of fragrances from established houses like Guerlain, Caron, Jean Patou and Rochas, and in recent years it has added a great selection of newer niche and artisan brands such as Serge Lutens, Montale, Tauer Perfumes and Mona di Orio. There is literally something for everyone here, and I can't imagine not finding exactly what you want in every price range - although it may take several visits to make up your mind, since there are literally thousands of perfumes to choose from. For visitors to Portland, this is THE place to go if you are interested in perfume; every other store will seem lacking once you have experienced the mini-museum of vintage perfumes, the imposing "Wall of Fragrances" for men and the "Caron Shrine" that includes real crystal perfume urns. After three decades it is still as wonderful for me as the first time I walked in the door. It's not just a store, it's an Experience! read more

The Perfume House is the definitive niche perfume shop in the pacific northwest. Not even Seattle (which has a few great boutiques for this stuff) can compare. Tracy is awesome! She can guide you toward something that'll be right up your alley. I'm a big fan of the Serge Lutens, Amouage, Montale, Tauer, Mona di Orio and Clive Christian lines. If I have any complaint at all it's that many of the new up and coming indie and niche lines don't really have any representation here, but then again I believe Chris (who started the perfume house) is more focused on French/European niche perfumery, though I'd welcome the store expanding to cover more lines. Niche perfume can be expensive so take your time with it. Don't spray yourself with anything unless you *really* like it, otherwise just use the cotton balls. If after 10-15 minutes of looking the scent is evolving nice on your skin, kindly ask if they would mind making you a sample. Usually they are good about this (especially if you're a repeat customer). Tracy has turned me on to many great fragrances and really expanded my love for these unusual scents. Lines I hope one day they carry: Xerjoff, Parfumerie Generale, Parfum d'Empire, Frapin, Majda Bekkali. Walking into this store is truly like walking into a different place and time. Just be forewarned, the hobby can quickly grow into an addiction!! read more

If you're looking to buy a fancy expensive bottle of perfume for you or a loved one, choose Perfume House over the huge department stores. The selection at Perfume House is arguably as good, if not better, than Nordstroms. They carry all the major brands as well as some harder-to-find lines. Better yet, they're not pushing a particular brand, so they'll be a less biased opinion about what smells good on you. These people must have incredible sniffers. read more

This is an incredible retail experience. One in a million! The staff is absolutely delightful and spends lots of time helping you browse and explore the amazing selection of perfume. I have always searched for the perfect scent but never found it until visiting The Perfume House. It was a delightful shopping visit. Something that is hard to come by these days. Truly personalized and unhurried. I will take all my friends for a visit here. Not to be missed! read more

I love this place! Expect to find fragrances that aren't in mainstream stores. You might even find an old favorite that you thought was long gone. Then there's a selection known as.. (deep sigh here) ... Private Reserve. (another deep sigh) When you're not on a time schedule get to know the owner. He is a vast library of fragrance information and is one of the premier Noses in the business. My friend and I spent a few hours here fully charmed by him, his stories and this store. By pure luck we started chatting with him and I have never thought of fragrance the same. The sales staff are polite and have a great knowledge base to make recommendations that are always spot on. I dare say, I had so much fun last time I was here that I had forgotten to check in. Magical? Yes.. my inner girlie, girl becomes silent and hopes if she's well behaved we'll leave with something special. read more

Only one person in the store. The shop person was very attentive to everyone else's needs but me. Not sure if it had to do with my skin tone. That's the only difference I could deduce from myself and the other clientele. It really put a damper on my day. I will stick to Neiman Marcus. At lease they can provide great customer service to all humans regardless of how they look. read more

For the perfume nut or novice alike, this elegant shop is warm, welcoming and headache free. Carrying scents I've found nowhere else from niche perfume houses, they had every single thing I asked to sniff. A hearty appreciation to the kind and patient gentleman working yesterday. The place was packed, some of the customers were a bit...trying, but his calm was unflappable. He was efficient and knowledgeable while giving unique and thoughtful attention to each guest. If you haven't been, kick yourself and go now. read more

This is a true Portland gem; there is just no other word for it. We are so lucky to have this store in our city. It is so, so rare to find fragrance sales people who know the first thing about what they're selling much less who have the level of expertise that the Perfume House staff have. The contrast between shopping here and shopping at a department store counter is as dramatic as the difference between an oriental and a marine fragrance... which the staff at Perfume House will gladly explain to you. When I asked for help grasping this thing called amber gris and its roll in fragrance, I expected the clerk to round up a few bottles and start spraying. Instead, she fetched a jar... a jar of actual ambert gris for me to smell and then launched into a very informative lecture. It took a while for her to start selecting bottles and get to spraying, but when we did get to the actual fragrances, the experience was so much more meaningful. Going here is always an education. The building literally is an old house. The showrooms are crowded and cramped and the whole thing is downright labyrinthian which only adds to the sort of sense of discovery and adventure. Parking is a real nightmare in this neighborhood. Expect to walk quite a distance. read more

What an amazing experience and superb customer service. A family owned business that is so personalized. The owner (wife) spent almost an hour with me testing out more than a dozen scents. The product I wanted was out of stock, so it was sent directly to my home (Scottsdale,AZ) with an assortment of the scents I had tried on at the store. I won't go anywhere else for a perfume product ever again! Thanks for such a great experience. read more

This place is amazing and I have always been treated kindly. Was in yesterday with my boyfriend and believe me, we're both pretty much typical Portland looking guys that drink Pabst. We both miss Gucci Envy for men and nothing in local department stores come close. That's why I love this place because not only do they have a rare bottle of a beloved cologne or perfume...but they've got an amazingly exclusive world of fragrances seen no place else in Portland. Legendary classics and new ones in the making from obscure companies, all in a cozy shop! They're friendly people and always can help you select something. It has an old world feel and I cannot begin to tell you how overwhelmingly fabulous it is here! read more

Fantastic, very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Wide variety of peoducts, accommodating the whole spectrum of price points. read more

This place is amazing. So many scents it will make your head spin. Knowledgeable staff who are friendly and attentive, nice environment that makes you feel like you are in another world. Some of these beauties are recipes from the 1800's that haven't changed, tre chic! read more

I had a great time at The Perfume House trying on different perfumes with the end goal of finding a "signature" scent. The salesperson was very helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. I know very little about perfumes but want to learn more. I told the saleswoman I wanted a "grown-up" fragrance and didn't like anything "sweet." She patiently had me smell a number of perfumes and by process of elimination, figured out what I liked. She spent lots of time explaining how the top note can differ substantially from the end result, and helped me find just the perfect scent. The selection is staggering - I'd never seen so many perfumes in one place. The prices are high but this is real perfume with quality ingredients. If you're looking for a nice fragrance, this is a great place. read more

I was amazed by the selection and I went to try Amouage and Serge Lutens and Montale fragrances and drove from another state just to see what was available. I walked up the stairs into a Mecca and disappeared for hours! Fortunately for my hubby,there was a brew pub to entertain him while I gleaned knowledge and was enchanted by the service and incredible knowledge gifted to me by the ladies there. I walked out with 2 bottles of fragrance and a couple samples to try later and a. Long List of things I want The store stayed open almost an hour after closing time I felt quite honored for their additional time and consideration-lovely people and a lovely store. I might mention parking is challenging but you will not be sorry!!! Love! read more

I absolutely love the perfume store. Both the sale rep's were very attentive and seemed interested in what perfumes you like to get an idea of what you are interested in. Ended up buying something I bought 25 years ago. Gave my husband the names of others I like for ideas...... read more

I recently went to Dubai and found that they sell the same exotic $500 oil based perfume for $50...apparently it's very common in the middle east but not popular in the West. Not sure if the owner still does this exotic perfume scam with the rise of the internet but I couldn't help but remember my bad experience. read more

I shall begin by saying that I want to give a four star rating for this place....but I can't. The ONLY reason this place is not perfect is that they charge retail prices, and the bargain hunter in me recoils at paying retail. It recoils at paying more than 60% of the retail price really. On the other hand, you can find things here that you'd have to fly to New York or LA to buy, and they still charge retail instead of marking them up based on rarity. Welcome back 5th star... I'd been looking for a new scent for a few months; searching the vasty internets for reviews and names, and attempting to accumulate some technical knowledge and become familiar with the terms of description used in the perfume industry. But perfume is like wine. I can tell you for hours how velvety that three decade old Chateau Latour was, but until you taste and smell it yourself all that means nothing. I went by Saks and Nordstroms, contemplated a trip way the hell out to Washington Square mall, and decided I would be as unsatisfied with their offerings as I was with the big name labels you find at any higher end department store. Perfume House should have been my first and only thought! 1,500 hundred different perfumes and colognes...and to call the staff educated would be an unforgivable understatement. If what he told me is true ( and I imagine it is), the owner was trained by one of the foremost noses of the last century. He and the lady who was there the day I was were willing to spend a great deal of time with me to help me find what I wanted. I feel like when I go back, they'll know be and be able to know what I want with very few words. I will be back. Great customer service, a tremendous amount of knowledge about the huge number of products they sell, and they carry Serge Lutens. Yes. I couldn't believe it either. This is the sensory equivalent of going to the best restaurant, with the best wine list in the country. Not To Be Missed. read more

The business hours posted on their website and their door says they are open until 5:00pm. I call BS! I have been there twice in the past week and a half at 4:45pm and the sign says closed and no sign of life in the building. I sent an email and they said if I had just knocked they would have come and let me in. I DID! It totally sucks that this is the only place in the area that sells the perfume my girlfriend wears and that I can't get it online quick enough for our anniversary. It's at least a 45-60 minute drive from where I live and having to fight traffic to find the doors locked is infuriating! Plus, why the hell would you close at 5:00pm in downtown Portland? I can only guess that the owners don't like to make money. read more

Went here to find my partner a gift for xmas. My friend and I walked in and were ignored for about 15 minutes before we left. I get that they were busy, but the customer service was appalling. I'd rather support a local business, but not one that is either improperly staffed or rude beyond belief. I suppose I will keep looking for somewhere that carries high quality scents, with a more polite ownership. read more

This place is amazing. Where else are you going to find Guerlain, Comme de Garcons, Serge Lutens, L'Artisan, Creed, and so many other rare and amazing luxury, designer and niche frags in one house, in Portland, let alone AMERICA? Come on, this place is out of control. If I have a holy grail scent, I hope to find it here. They are not creepy and pretentious like most perfume counters snobs are, they are so knowledgeable and helpful. Everyone in Portland should experience this amazing resource once. If you love this place, don't keep it a secret! Tell everyone, so they can be in business for a long time... read more

What an extravagant experience, truly reserved for the kings and queens of high fashion, sophistication and ultimately, big wallets. My girlfriend has been talking about this establishment when she learned that our first vacation was going to take place in Portland. At first glance, this place may seem like a generic perfume shop with a few designer brands, like...ugh...well, I'm not very good with the names. But, once you step into the world of elegant l'eau de toilet, you'll never look at your deodorant as an alternative to body fragrance ever again (at least not until you leave the shop). We were guided by the very lovely and knowledgeable Tracy, who explained all of the unique and rare fragrances to my GF and took at least 45 minutes, allowing her to try on all sorts of expensive perfume, in addition to giving us multiple 1cc samples for free! The shop itself is gorgeous, with jars of perfume displayed like fine liquor in beautifully lit cabinets. It truly felt like visiting another era. So, my fellow gents, do you know what this means to you? It means bring a bigger wallet, but trust me, it'll be worth it! read more

The family that owns this shop are wonderful people. The selection is second to none. House of creed has been my go to for 10+ yrs. They have every scent in stock. I will keep coming back. read more

I hate to be the type to assume why a person, sales person or not, is treating me a certain way, but I believe the sales women here just want to rush me out assuming I'm young, don't have $$ and maybe don't "know anything." I am knowledgeable about perfumes, and have been raised with women who have extensive perfume collections. Perfume is my luxury, they should understand it's something middle income people do spend big bucks on, and not rush me. The last time we were there it was just my husband and I in the store, then another customer walked in and the sales lady tried to rush us out, and by rush us out I mean she was shooing us with her hands toward the door! I had to tell her to stop, and point out that my husband wanted to smell a cologne that we tried months before, she quickly went over and spritz it for him on a cotton ball, and said, "OK, so there ya go." This is the last time I'm going here. Every time I go there it's the same awkwardness. I have found one great cologne for my husband here, but of the 5 times I've gone that's all I've found, that they let me smell anyway. From the other reviews I realize I've never been there when the owner was in, I may have liked it better if I worked with HIM. Every time the staff doesn't really LISTEN to what i say, or what I really want. They interrupt me (EVERY TIME!), and push what they like which all ends up smelling old-lady like after an hour. They make snide comments if I like the 'sweeter' or fruity or vanilla scents. They have even taken me away from what I do like, and may have purchased...weird. They do the same to my husband. Never trying this place again! read more