Heritage
A house, in its own words
Nick Steward spent over two decades immersed in the art of perfumery, working in London and Paris before rising to become Product and Creative Director at L'Artisan Parfumeur, the pioneering cult house known for challenging convention. Weary of the pomposity and pretentiousness pervading the industry, Steward left to pursue something truer. In 2017, he founded Gallivant in London, drawing on his classical French training and modern British sensibility. The brand emerged as an antidote to aspirational pricing and inflated marketing, offering honest, thoughtful scents at accessible price points. From the outset, Gallivant positioned itself as proudly independent, rejecting the glossy machinery of mainstream luxury in favour of a more human, handcrafted approach. The collection quickly garnered recognition, earning multiple awards and a devoted following among fragrance enthusiasts seeking something genuine. Steward's vision was simple yet radical: quality always wins in the end. Gallivant exists to celebrate simple pleasures and the universal desire to explore. The brand translates the sensory essence of contemporary cities into wearable fragrances, capturing moments of discovery, connection and escapism. Steward describes his approach as 'slow perfumery', a deliberate rejection of fast-paced consumer culture. Each scent is designed to evoke a feeling rather than merely smell pleasant: the early summer breeze of Brooklyn, the ancient-meets-modern energy of Istanbul, the sultry shimmer of Hollywood hills. The fragrances are intentionally gender-neutral, appealing to anyone who identifies as a curious explorer. Gallivant champions mindfulness and presence, encouraging wearers to appreciate the small details and everyday beauty surrounding them. With vegan, cruelty-free formulations and sustainable practices woven throughout, the brand proves that responsible luxury can coexist with joyful indulgence.