Naked Ghosts, 66 Greenwich Avenue .New York City 10011

Naked Ghosts storefront courtesy of Naked Ghosts

New York City, more than most major cities, is saturated with boutique perfume shops bearing the names of independent perfumers or exclusive brands. A significant number of these, as we all know, are largely owned by corporate conglomerates or financial institutions. While this commercial success is a positive development for the brands, it has resulted in a loss of the unique, artisanal soul that formerly defined these intimate spaces.

Co-founder and Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel (photo courtesy of Naked Ghosts)

New York-based French Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel is a visionary innovator who seamlessly bridges the gap between olfactory art and scientific research. He currently leads creative direction for DreamAir, BélAir Lab, and the AI-native house Generation by Osmo. Known for his “Perfumer of the Future” avant-garde style, Christophe is a passionate advocate for ethical standards. He has created some of the most popular fragrances on the market, including Ralph Lauren Polo Blue, Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce, and Tom Ford Amber Absolute. Christophe has also worked with brands such as Clinique, Estée Lauder, Michael Kors, Mugler, and Tommy Hilfiger, among others.

Ro Miller Co-founder and Manager photo by Hernando

Ro Miller is a multi-media scent artist, writer, and organizer. He holds an MA in Performance Studies from New York University. Ro’s writing has been published in Aromatica Poetica and Viscose Journal. Prior to here, Ro was the assistant Director at Andreas Keller’s Olfactory Art Keller.

Naked Ghosts Signage  (photo by Hernando)

Situated in the lively West Village of New York City, Naked Ghosts is a self-funded luxury fragrance boutique by Co-founder and Master Perfumer Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel and Co-founder and Manager Ro Miller. Celebrating the artistry, individuality, and technical accomplishment of niche perfumery, they offer up a globally sourced, hand-selected collection of original, limited-edition scents curated by Christophe. The objective is to uplift the perfumers behind each brand and foster authentic self-expression through scent. Naked Ghosts is a dedicated nexus for artistic, genuine, and avant-garde olfactory compositions that allow visitors to experience unique stories in a curated, intimate setting.

Naked Ghosts logo courtesy of Naked Ghosts

On my first visit, last October 2025, I spoke with Christophe and Ro and had to ask, where did the name come from? Ro told me that the name has two expressions. Ghost, which captures some of the ethereal quality, and Naked, which captures some of the vulnerability associated with fragrances. Christophe says he despises going into perfume stores and being overwhelmed with too many choices. He wants to curate some very specific fragrances, some of his, some from colleagues or brands he respects. Presently, there are twelve, which will be rotated out. Since most are available in small quantities, once sold, a new option will become available. So not a full rotation. They want to pluck and play. Maybe one might not be right for the season.

The selections include discontinued, rare, and uniquely vintage items. “Like a gallery, art curation. We do want them to buy, but really, the idea is to get people to learn how to smell. Some of the selections are only available on the website. We don’t want customers to be overwhelmed. We want the feel of an atelier. Like you have entered a well-curated living room,” Ro Miller told me. So how long do people spend here? Ro said “people have been spending about 20 to 30 minutes when they buy. The idea is to get them to take their time to digest what they are smelling. We don’t want them to waste their nose or their skin here. We will also sign bottles”.

Photo via Hernando

Outside of the brick-and-mortar aspect of Naked Ghosts, through the website, Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel presents The Vault, which, instead of keeping compositions hidden, unlocks the true artistry of scent, sharing formulas that were once concealed. Offering artists, enthusiasts, and brands new ways to connect enables a creative dialogue often lacking in the world of scent; that fosters vibrant relationships between creators and collectors, which are paramount to driving the future of olfactory arts.

Photo via Hernando

On my second visit, I went through a rotation of fragrances with Ro Miller they way he would show a customer. I appreciated the attention he took to present the complete selection. It is not about being sold. it’s about scent discovery and learning how to smell. As mentioned, the quantities available are small. In the current selection, I encounter a favorite by Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel, RICH MESS STRIKING. Rasāyana Amphora Exotica (Sundar Rayhan) made me stop and smell twice. But it was Belkis Naked Forest by Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel that struck a chord. A selection of four Candles and a Diffuser are also offered.

As for ambiance, Naked Ghosts departs from the sterile, minimalist aesthetic common in luxury perfumery boutiques. Instead, the decor is designed to feel like a curated, intimate living room, emphasizing sensory discovery over commercial sheen. No marble here. A warm, lived-in vibe that is part scholarly, part private residence, and unpretentious. The natural textures of its West Village architecture throw off that hidden gem vibe. And, no harsh fluorescent retail lighting here. The space encourages a slower, more meditative pace of discovery. The walls will feature rotating art and will treat perfume as a fine art rather than a beauty product. The store opened at the end of summer, 2025. At that time, those who discovered Naked Ghosts were mostly walk-ins from off the street. No more. This is a jewel box to be discovered.

Christophe Laudamiel and Yuki by Hilary Swift©

Thank you, Christophe and Ro, for your hospitality.

~Hernando Courtright, Senior Events Contributor and Brand Ambassador

Unless otherwise stated, all Photos by Hernando© of ÇaFleureBon and cannot be reproduced without our permission.

Naked Ghosts 

Address: 66 Greenwich Avenue

New York, NY, 10011

Phone: none listed

E-mail: info@nakedghosts.com

Website: https://www.nakedghosts.com

Hours: Thursday-Saturday 12-7 PM

Belkis Naked Forest (photo courtesy of BELKIS)  

NOTES: Tangerine, Yuzu, Guava, Nepalese Pepper, Immortelle Absolute, Sandalwood, Egyptian Leather, Mimosa, Namibian and Somalian Myrrhs, Patchouli, Cedarmoss and Cedarleaves Puma Accord

Thanks to the generosity of Naked Ghosts, we have a 50 ML EDP of BELKIS Naked Forest (composed by Christophe and will be signed by Christophe) for a registered US reader. To be eligible, please leave a comment on what you enjoyed about Hernando’s visit to Naked Ghosts. You must register or your comment will not count. Do you have a favorite by Christophe Laudamiel? Draw closes 3/24/2026

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