Fraterworks supplies high end and difficult to obtain products to perfumers for use in their fragrances and cosmetics. From historic and modern bases (using genuine formulas and masterful restorations) that give creators access to special raw materials not otherwise available at affordable prices, to perfumery colours for tinting your scents.

All of our bases are made with the highest quality materials. Our essential oils and absolutes are the finest in the industry and we seek out the best quality in aroma chemicals in all cases. We never skimp so you can be assured of quality.

Fraterworks is an official member of IFRA, the Flavour & Fragrance Association of Australia and New Zealand, and IFEAT.

Our Bases

Our bases are all manufactured in New Zealand at the Fraterworks workshop (unless stated as being made in Grasse to our specifications). Most of our bases are the original creations of our creative director and chief perfumer Jamie Frater. The exception is the array of historic bases we sell. We possess an enormous library of original formulas resulting from generous donations from perfumers within the industry who desire, as we do, to see these historic masterpieces survive cancellation resulting from industry price increases or government regulations.

When reconstructing a classical base which contains materials now extinct, prohibited or restricted to trace amounts, we take great care in sympathetically replacing those parts to create new forms of the original which are completely compliant with modern regulations but true to the spirit of the original perfumer, whether it be Jean Carles, Ernest Beaux or any of the other great artists from the golden era of fine fragrance.

We are entirely independent and all of our bases are crafted by Fraterworks. We do not sell bases from external companies except those clearly labelled as such in our Third Party Bases collection.

Who We Are

Jamie Frater

Founder & Creative Director / jamie@frater.com

Jamie Frater is the founder of Fraterworks, where he leads the company’s creative and strategic direction with a deep love of perfumery and product innovation.

With a background in building successful ventures and a lifelong dedication to the craft of scent, Jamie brings a rare combination of creative vision, technical understanding, and disciplined leadership to Fraterworks.

His work is driven by a belief that excellence in perfumery requires both artistry and structure — and that every product should reflect the highest standards of quality, precision, and imagination.

Jamie oversees the company’s growth across creative, operational, and strategic areas, ensuring that Fraterworks remains true to its founding values while continuing to evolve and expand.

Paul Limcangco

Co-Founder & Products Director / paul@frater.com

Paul Limcangco is the co-founder and Products Director of Fraterworks, overseeing product knowledge, customer support, and the development of the company’s fragrance and material offerings.

With a professional background in Architecture (MArch (Prof)), Paul brings a deep understanding of structure, design, and systems thinking to his role at Fraterworks. His work ensures that product integrity, customer needs, and operational quality are seamlessly integrated across all areas of the business.

Paul plays a key role in maintaining the high standards that define Fraterworks’ product lines, particularly across the retail fragrance collections and materials catalogue.

Catriona Anderson

Operations Director / catriona@frater.com

Catriona is in charge of the day to day operations of the company. She makes sure everything runs smoothy from a business and compliance perspective and she manages the introduction of new products and projects.

Sarah Frater

Operations Team Leader / sarah@frater.com

Sarah oversees the fulfilment and general operations team. She also oversees quality assurance and makes sure our orders are shipped at warp speed.

Supply Chain Coordinator / Alexey Johnson

Product Data Coordinator / Shay Wildgoose

Packaging and Quality Control Specialists / Merline Phillips & Sofia Servos

If you'd like to tour the workshop and sample our products, book a guided smelling experience here.