Francois Coty
Photo: Wikimedia Commons, public domain (photo by André Taponier, 1910)
At a glance
Francois Coty was a French perfumer and founder of the Coty cosmetics company, known for creating iconic fragrances such as La Rose Jacques and L'Origan, and revolutionizing the perfume industry with his innovative marketing and packaging techniques. He is considered one of the most influential perfumers of the 20th century.