Heritage
A house, in its own words
Kat Burki’s career began in nutrition and public‑health programs, where she spent more than a decade designing prevention initiatives. After that period she turned her expertise toward personal care, launching a cold‑pressed skincare line in August 2013 that entered Henri Bendel’s New York boutique. The same year she introduced the first fragrance, Tubéreuse Eau de Parfum, which quickly attracted a dedicated following and is listed on Fragrantica as the brand’s debut scent. 2014 proved prolific: the house released Silk, Tuberose, Freesia & Pink Grapefruit, Trellis, White Orchid & Poppy, Lilac & Rosemary, and a second version of Tubéreuse. In 2015 the seasonal offering Endless Summer arrived, expanding the portfolio beyond single‑note concepts. By early 2018 the brand secured a launch on Net‑a‑porter, marking its first major e‑commerce partnership and extending its reach to a broader international audience. Throughout this growth, the Soho perfume house has remained a physical anchor, allowing customers to experience the scents in a curated environment. The brand’s timeline reflects a steady addition of new compositions while maintaining the original focus on scientifically backed ingredients and transparent formulation. The label’s creative direction rests on the premise that fragrance and skin care are extensions of personal well‑being. Kat Burki applies her biochemistry background to evaluate each botanical extract for both aromatic quality and skin compatibility. The brand prioritises ingredient integrity, favoring cold‑pressed oils, sustainably harvested absolutes, and minimal synthetic additives. Transparency is built into product communication; each bottle lists the origin of key notes and the rationale for their inclusion. Sustainability informs sourcing decisions, with many raw materials procured from farms that practice regenerative agriculture. Rather than chasing fleeting trends, the house seeks to create scents that complement daily routines, encouraging users to view fragrance as a subtle layer of self‑care rather than a statement piece. This philosophy shapes everything from scent structure to packaging, aiming for a harmonious balance between efficacy and olfactory pleasure.