Parfumerie Delettrez - Blanc & Cie., Paris and New York
Founded in 1835, Parfumerie Delettrez was a prominent French perfume house located at 15 Rue Royale, Paris, and a branch in Long Island City, New York. Its legacy as a luxury fragrance producer began under the direction of chemist Delettrez, whose name quickly became synonymous with elegance and refinement. By 1853, the company had established itself as "La Parfumerie du Monde Elegant," or "The Perfumers of High Society," a title that reflected its commitment to crafting exquisite fragrances for the elite. Recognized for its pioneering role in the perfume industry, Delettrez earned two gold medals at the 1900 Paris Exposition, cementing its place among the top luxury brands of the time. In addition to perfumes, the company produced a full range of cosmetics, toiletries, and beauty preparations.
From its early years, Delettrez was a respected name in the world of luxury fragrance. As the company grew, it was absorbed by Blanc & Cie., an established perfumery house by 1892. Blanc & Cie. expanded its operations significantly, becoming a vast enterprise. The company had its wholesale offices at 15-17 Rue d'Enghien in Paris, a model steamworks in Neuilly-sur-Seine, and extensive flower farms near Grasse, France, where much of the raw material for its perfumes was cultivated. This expansion also saw the company open a thriving office in the United States, with its headquarters located at 41-43 Warren Street in New York City. Blanc & Cie. had additional depots in key cities, including Chicago, St. Louis, New Orleans, and San Francisco, marking their strong foothold in the American market.
