About Perfumer & Brand

Hi, I’m Iolanta!

I’m the creatrix, fragrance alchemist, and curious nose behind VIOLA. An intellectual free spirit with a sharp sense of humor and an appetite for adventure.

I was always yearning for something deeper—something that could keep me grounded while feeding the fire within.

That search led me to perfume—not just as an art, but as a ritual, a connection to nature, spirit, and self. Through VIOLA, I create scents that awaken, inspire, and realign us with our essence

My journey into perfumery began in 2019, but the roots stretch much deeper. I’ve always been drawn to nature, spirituality, the cosmos, alchemy, ancient civilizations, herbs, and the wisdom of both ancient traditions and new age philosophy.

To me, perfume is more than just a scent—it’s a vessel for self-expression and spiritual elevation. This belief sparked a personal transformation and inspired me to dive into the sacred art of perfume making. I began studying ancient texts, taking courses, and immersing myself in the world of raw materials, herbalism, aromatherapy, astrology, crystal healing, and ancient perfumery.

Each blend I create carries a story, a frequency, and an intention—crafted to align the soul with the senses.
Iolanta, my name, translates from Latin as “violet”—a flower of mystery, intuition, and transformation. And so, VIOLA Perfumery was born as a symbolic extension of my soul’s path.

Through VIOLA, I share the essence of my journey—blending ancient wisdom, natural alchemy, and spiritual insight into fragrant rituals. Each perfume is a bridge between the earthly and the ethereal, created to inspire, ground, and uplift. 

My Philosophy

VIOLA is a natural, indie perfume house based in the Chicago area—lovingly owned and operated by me. I create unique, small-batch scents for those seeking an olfactory experience like no other. Each sacred blend is crafted using a fusion of ancient and modern perfumery techniques, guided by intuition and deep reverence for nature’s alchemy.

My mission is to restore perfumery to its artisan roots—where scent becomes a ritual, a memory, a portal. These perfumes are designed to evoke emotion, spark connection, and leave a lasting imprint on the soul.
VIOLA offers both oil-based and alcohol-based perfumes, including limited editions born from rare, hard-to-source botanicals.

For those desiring something truly personal, I offer a bespoke perfume experience—where we co-create your signature scent based on your scent preferences or your astrological natal chart. I collaborate closely with an experienced astro-numerologist to ensure each custom perfume aligns with your unique cosmic blueprint. (Learn more in the Astrology tab.)

 

Infused with Intention

At VIOLA Perfumery, every bottle begins with purpose. We use only the highest quality, single-origin essential oils. Many of our tinctures, pomades, and enfleurages are made in-house by hand. For other materials—absolutes, resins, CO2 extractions—we research extensively to ensure each essence is sustainably sourced from trusted suppliers.

When creating a new scent, I consider the astrological correspondences, ritual uses, aromatherapeutic properties, and energetic healing qualities of every ingredient. Each natural perfume contains dozens of powerful botanicals—designed to leave you smelling supernaturally good and feeling cosmically charged.
Thank you for your support and trust. I hope this is the beginning of a long and beautiful friendship.

With love,
VIOLA