Your next signature scent is made by hand. In Nashville, Tijon’s custom fragrance class lets you build a personalized accord from 12 premixed blends and about 300 oils, with the fun part being skin-testing three samples before you bottle the one you love; my only real caution is to plan on the full 90 to 150 minutes so you’re not rushing the testing step.

What makes Tijon feel different is the brand’s roots: the original location traces back to the French side of the island of St. Maarten. Add in the fact that your final formula is saved for future re-orders, and you’re not just buying a bottle today, you’re investing in a scent you can repeat.

Key Things I’d Pay Attention To

• A small group (up to 8 people) keeps the class hands-on and instructor-led
• 12 premixed blends plus ~300 oils gives real room for tweaking your scent
• Three skin-tested samples help you choose the final fragrance with confidence
• Hand-capped bottles are designed to reduce oxidation risk over time
• Your formula is saved so you can re-order later without starting from scratch
• You leave with more than one item including a 55 ml bottle, a small bottle, and an atomizer

A Nashville Fragrance Workshop You Can Actually Control

If you’ve ever bought perfume that smelled great in the shop but different on your skin later, this is the kind of class that fixes that problem at the source. Tijon’s experience is built around guiding you to a scent that matches your preferences, then confirming it on your body before you commit.

I like that it’s not a vague DIY activity. The class is instructor-led, English-speaking, and designed for a small group of up to 8 participants, which usually means you get real help when you want to adjust something midstream. The setting also feels practical: you’re focused on mixing, testing, and leaving with a bottle you can use right away.

The practical catch is time. This isn’t a quick 30-minute souvenir. You’re crafting, trying, and choosing, and the experience is set for about 90 to 150 minutes.

St. Maarten Roots and a French-leaning Craft Approach

Tijon’s story has a built-in sense of travel. The original location is on the French side of the island of St. Maarten, which hints at why the brand style feels more like a crafted workshop than a generic retail counter.

That background matters because the experience leans into details. Even the packaging approach is intentional: the bottles are capped by hand to help avoid oxidation risk. That’s the sort of behind-the-scenes care that makes a custom fragrance feel more serious, not just playful.

And since you’re in Nashville, it gives you a different kind of local activity than the usual music-and-meal routine. You get to bring something home that’s not a T-shirt or a magnet, and it’s tied directly to your choices.

The Mix & Match Class: How You Build Your Scent

Here’s the flow you should expect, and it’s pretty friendly even if you don’t know anything about fragrance.

First, you start with a set of 12 premixed blends. Think of these as a starter base. You pick favorites from that set, so you’re not staring at 300 oils wondering where to begin. This step helps you get moving fast and keeps your scent direction grounded.

Next comes the part that turns it from selecting to creating. You add your choice of additional oils from a collection of approximately 300 hand selected oils. That means you’re not just choosing a theme, you’re shaping an accord based on what you like.

Throughout, an instructor guides the process and helps if you get stuck. That matters because fragrance mixing can feel intimidating if you’re left to figure it out alone.

Picking from 12 Blends: Faster Than Starting from Zero

The 12 premixed blends are a smart design choice. You get to sample options that already work together, which helps you learn what you genuinely enjoy without needing technical fragrance knowledge.

For you, that means less time trial-and-error and more time steering. If you already know you tend to like fresh, warm, floral, or woody directions, starting with blends is an efficient shortcut. If you don’t know yet, the blends still act like a guide, nudging your choices toward combinations that are likely to feel balanced.

The class structure also makes it easier to stay focused. You’re working step-by-step, so even if you change your mind midway, you can adjust rather than feeling like you’ve ruined the batch.

The Big Moment: Creating Three Samples and Testing on Your Skin

This is the step that makes Tijon feel worth it. Instead of choosing blindly, you create three sample fragrances and then test them on your skin. Skin testing matters because oils and alcohol base can react differently from person to person, and you only get the real result once it warms up on you.

I like that this part is built into the class, not an afterthought. You’re not expected to do guesswork at home later, hoping your bottle ends up smelling like the one you thought you picked.

After the skin tests, you pick which scent you want to bottle as your final fragrance. That final decision is what you’ll live with, so giving you multiple options plus skin-testing time is a practical way to land on a scent that fits you.

Bottle Details and What You Take Home (55 ml Plus Extras)

When you finish, you’re not just leaving with a certificate. You take home the core item plus extras that make it usable right away.

Included is a 55 ml bottle of your custom perfume or cologne, plus an atomizer. That’s a small detail, but it’s practical: it makes the bottle easy to apply without extra purchases. You also receive a certificate of completion, a French soap, a custom Tijon Nashville postcard, and a small bottle of the Tijon branded fragrance of your choice.

I also like the idea that your experience can turn into something ongoing. Your signature formula is saved in the database for re-ordering later, so you can recreate your scent without starting from scratch. If you wear it regularly, that feature can be the difference between a fun one-off and a fragrance you actually stick with.

There’s also a customization expansion if you want variety beyond the perfume or cologne. The class experience allows you to create your signature fragrance in a body lotion, massage oil, hand cream, or a home & linen mist. That’s useful if you want your favorite scent to show up in daily life, not just on your skin.

Price and Value: What $109 Buys You Here

At $109 per person for 90 to 150 minutes, this isn’t the cheapest activity in Nashville. But it’s priced in a way that makes sense if you treat it like a finished product plus a guided craft session.

You’re paying for:

• a custom 55 ml bottle (not just a tiny sample vial)
• instructor-led help throughout the mixing process
• skin-testing time with multiple sample creations
• the atomizer and additional included items (certificate, soap, postcard, small bottle)
• the ability to re-order later because your formula is saved

If you’ve ever bought a perfume bottle that you later wished you could tailor, this class is more like paying for precision. You’re not just choosing among mass-made options; you’re building something based on your nose and your skin.

If you’re hoping for a quick, low-cost souvenir, this will feel like overkill. But if you want a lasting “this is mine” scent, the value gets clearer fast.

Timing, Group Size, and What to Expect During Your Session

Your session runs about 90 to 150 minutes, and that range matters because fragrance making takes time at the hands-on steps: choosing blends, adding oils, creating samples, and doing the skin testing.

The class is limited to a small group of up to 8 participants. That usually means less waiting and more direct attention when you want help with combinations. The instructor is English-speaking, and the class is wheelchair accessible.

You’ll meet at the Tijon shop. When you arrive, let a staff member know you’re there for the class. That’s the kind of simple instruction that makes a shop-based workshop easier to manage when you’re juggling travel.

Also note: food and drinks aren’t included, and travel to the location isn’t part of the price. Plan accordingly so your focus stays on the fragrance process rather than managing hunger mid-session.

Who Should Book This (and Who Might Skip It)

This experience is a great fit if you like hands-on activities and you want a practical, personal souvenir. It’s especially ideal if you:

• enjoy fragrance, even casually
• want something tailored to your own skin rather than blind shopping
• like the idea of a scent you can re-order later
• want a gift that feels thoughtful and specific

You might want to skip it if you’re not interested in wearing fragrance. Even though you can make lotion, massage oil, hand cream, or a home and linen mist, the heart of the experience is still perfume/cologne creation. If scent mixing sounds like a chore, you’ll probably feel that during the oil selection and testing phases.

Should You Book Tijon in Nashville?

I think you should book if you want a guided craft experience with a clear output: a 55 ml custom bottle you helped create, plus the confidence that it smells right on your skin thanks to the three-sample testing step. The hand-capped bottle detail and the saved formula add real-world practicality, turning this into something you can reuse rather than just admire.

I’d hold off if you’re short on time or you prefer low-effort activities. This is a real workshop. You’ll get more out of it if you go in with a little curiosity and patience, not because it’s hard, but because fragrance takes a few steps to get right.

If you’re on the fence between buying a fragrance off the shelf and making your own, this is the better choice for personalization. Your nose and your skin do the final judging.

FAQ

How long is the Tijon custom perfume or cologne class?

The class duration is listed as 90 to 150 minutes, depending on availability and starting times.

What does the Mix & Match class include in terms of fragrance making?

You start by choosing from 12 premixed blends, then add additional oils from a collection of about 300 oils. You create three sample fragrances, test them on your skin, and bottle the one you want.

What do I take home after the class?

You receive a 55 ml bottle of your custom perfume/cologne, a certificate of completion, a French soap, a custom Tijon Nashville postcard, a small bottle of a Tijon fragrance of your choice, and an atomizer.

Is the class instructor-led?

Yes. The class is described as instructor-led, with support available as you go through the mixing process.

Is there a way to re-order my scent later?

Yes. Your signature formula is saved in their database for re-ordering in the future.

Can I make my fragrance into other products besides perfume or cologne?

Yes. You can create your signature fragrance in body lotion, massage oil, hand cream, or a home & linen mist.

What’s the price per person?

The price is $109 per person.

What’s the group size and language?

The class is in a small group limited to 8 participants and is instructed in English.

Is there anything not included with the price?

Travel to the location and food and drinks are not included.