Why a make-your-own perfume experience is the perfect creative hen party activity
Hen parties are one of the highlights of wedding planning - a chance for the bride and her closest friends to celebrate, laugh, and make memories before the big day. But as much fun as cocktail classes and dance lessons can be, sometimes you want something a little more refined, a little more personal, and truly unforgettable. That’s where a make-your-own perfume experience comes in.
At The Perfume Studio, we’ve created a hen party activity with a difference. Our bespoke perfume-making workshops are designed especially for brides and their “bride tribes” a creative and luxurious way to celebrate together while designing scents as unique as you are.
A creative experience everyone can enjoy.
Finding a hen party activity that suits everyone can be tricky. You might have a mix of ages, from the bride’s best friends to her mum (and maybe even her gran). The beauty of a perfume workshop is that it’s elegant, relaxed, and inclusive — no sequins or sashes required (unless you want them).
Guided by our expert fragrance stylists, each guest explores a collection of exclusive perfume blends, discovering the notes they love before creating a personal scent to take home. It’s hands-on, interactive, and full of laughter, a creative hen do experience that feels sophisticated but never stuffy.
Create a signature bridal fragrance.
One of the most special parts of a make-your-own perfume experience is that the bride can design a scent to wear on her wedding day. Fragrance is deeply tied to memory — one spritz can take you straight back to a moment in time. Imagine her applying her unique perfume before walking down the aisle, instantly reminded of the joy and laughter she shared during her hen party. It’s a personal, emotional touch that lasts far beyond the day itself.
As Helen Janousek, Senior Fragrance Stylist, explains:
“You might not think of perfume design when you’re planning a hen party, but it’s the perfect experience for bringing everyone together and every bride loves a signature scent.”
Fun, laughter, and a touch of luxury.
While perfume design might sound elegant, it’s also great fun. There’s always plenty of chatter, laughter, and sometimes even a little friendly competition to see who can create the best blend. Add a glass of prosecco, some music, and a few games, and you’ve got a hen do experience that feels unique and joyful in every way.
As one of our recent brides, Sasha from London, shared: “It was such a surprise! I’d never have thought of designing my own perfume, and now I have a bridal scent that’s completely mine. It’s the perfect keepsake.”
Something special to take home.
Unlike many hen activities, you don’t just take away photos and memories — you leave with your own bottle of perfume, hand-blended and beautifully packaged. Every guest’s fragrance is stored in our exclusive online library, so you can order refills any time you like. It’s a little piece of your celebration that lasts long after the weekend ends.
Helen adds: “That’s what makes it so special — it’s not just an activity, it’s an experience. You get something meaningful to keep, and every time you wear it, you remember that laughter and connection.”
Creative workshops available nationwide.
Whether you’re planning your hen do in London, Manchester, Edinburgh or anywhere across the UK, our perfume-making workshops can come to you. We bring everything needed for the session, fragrance materials, blending equipment, and expert guidance or we can help arrange a beautiful venue for your group.
All you need to do is bring the bubbles!
Make memories you can wear.
If you’re looking for a creative hen party activity that feels luxurious, inclusive, and a little different from the rest, this is the one. A make-your-own perfume experience brings everyone together in a celebration of scent, laughter, and friendship - and every guest leaves with a fragrance that tells their own story.
Surprise your bride with a truly unforgettable experience. Learn more about hosting your perfume making hen party anywhere in the UK with The Perfume Studio.
Ready to plan your perfume making hen party?
Turn your celebration into something unforgettable. Secure you hen party date, download our brochure or email us at info@theperfumestudio.com with any questions, or special requests - we’ll help make your perfume-making hen party effortless and unforgettable.
