About Me

Calderian Sense was founded in 2017 by NYC based indie perfumer Calder Kusmierski Singer. Starting as a hobbyist in 2015 buying essential oils for self-care, it has slowly grown into a full perfume practice. Following a singular sensibility, formulas are generally developed around interest in a particular plant, radiating out to create a complex formula that evolves over time as it is worn.

Calderian Sense also creates aromas for air: commercial spaces, galleries, performances, parties, and the home. Clients include Westfield & The Smithsonian Museum of Math. Calder loves to work with fellow artists and has composed aromas for Isaac Pool, Linda Lauro Lazin, Material Girls, and Olfactory Art Keller. Calder is a former compounder for Christophe Laudamiel.

At this time Calderian Sense is only offering bespoke blending while slowly refining a ready-made line.

Photos by Peter Stanglmayr

"Slowing down and being aware of your place in your environment. All senses activated and turning off the noise of daily living. Being yourself and invoking a moment or a memory. Feeling exceptional and in tune in a unique and pleasing way. Calderian Sense takes me there, everyday and anyday."

"Calder’s perfume blends art, science, and memories into a perfect symphony."

"I worked with Calder on several projects and was totally pleased with both the experience and the scents. They haunt me still. They added enormous dimension, in particular the scent he created for a Michelangelo installation my company orchestrated. I was so thrilled that I sent samples of his scent as Christmas gifts to my special clients. He is a complete gentleman and joy. What more can I say. I am a huge fan."

“These fragrances are bold, atmospheric, and unlike anything else—totally unique. You can tell they’re made with intention and a strong point of view.”

"Calder’s fragrances are characters that inhabit a holographic present in a fantasy world that’s strangely close to home"

"Artistic bespoke scents, small batch, meticulously mixed, lots of naturals, resulting in surprising, off-beat scents."

"Calder Singer is the scent king."