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HERITAGE

A legacy of expertise. A passion for creativity.

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A living heritage

OUR ORGANISATION

Founded in 1978 by Dora Theophilou, our family-run organisation brings together artistic perfumery, pharmacy, beauty and specialist expertise. Today, we are exclusive distributors of luxury and niche fragrance and beauty brands in Cyprus, nurturing each house's individual identity, heritage and craft.

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Across two generations of pharmacists and perfumery experts, our commitment remains personal: exceptional products, informed advice and enduring relationships. Our history includes private and bespoke sales, distinctive boutiques and a carefully selected network of authorised retailers.

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Our specialist divisions span retail, online commerce, services, distribution, business partnerships, logistics, store operations and investment. We are members of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry, with a long-term approach to the development of every division.

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“There is no word for what we do. Tradition, quality, timeless craft, history, luxury, exclusivity, innovation, modernism.”
Theophilos Theophilou, CEO

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OUR HISTORY

The story began with a Haute Parfumerie and Pharmacy in Cyprus in 1978. A dedication to quality, service and innovation has guided the organisation ever since.

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1978–1979 | DORA THEOPHILOU PHARMACY IS BORN
Following her graduation from the University of Athens Pharmacy School, Dora Theophilou opens a pharmacy in Limassol, Cyprus.

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1978–2009 | A FOCUS ON LUXURY
The opening of Dora Theophilou Haute Parfumerie establishes a lasting commitment to luxury perfumery. Its portfolio grows to include major international beauty and fragrance brands, setting the direction for the company's future boutiques and distribution activities.

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2009–2010 | A NEW CHAPTER IN HAUTE PARFUMERIE
The flagship store undergoes a major renovation. Puredistance Master Perfumes and Amouage entrust Dora Theophilou with exclusive representation in Cyprus.

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2011–2014 | EXPANDING ACROSS CYPRUS
The Haute Parfumerie at Hilton Cyprus in Nicosia opens, marking an important chapter in the company's history. New distribution relationships include Xerjoff, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, By Terry, Caron, Bergman Beauty Care, j.f. Lazartigue, Roja Parfums, Escentric Molecules, Nasomato and Orto Parisi.

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2014–2015 | LIMASSOL MARINA
Dora Theophilou is entrusted with the official Haute Parfumerie and Pharmacy of Limassol Marina.

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2016–2017 | AGORATOPIA.COM
The launch of Agoratopia.com extends the organisation's expertise into online retail, bringing its distinctive approach to fragrance and beauty to an international audience.

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2017 ONWARDS | ELYSIUM PERFUMERY
The organisation launches Elysium Perfumery, the official perfumery of Elysium Hotel in Paphos. Its network of boutiques and exclusive distribution partnerships continues to develop, welcoming The Different Company and other specialist houses.

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2023 | CITY OF DREAMS MEDITERRANEAN
Our network of spa partners expands to include City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol.

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2024 | PARKLANE
Parklane joins our network of spa partners in Limassol.

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2025 | LANDMARK MARRIOTT GALERIE DE PARFUM
Landmark Marriott Galerie de Parfum in Nicosia marks a new chapter in our boutique collection.

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2025 | CREED & VILHELM PARFUMERIE
We begin distribution of Creed and Vilhelm Parfumerie in Cyprus.

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TODAY | A CONTINUING COMMITMENT
From Landmark Galerie de Parfum in Nicosia to our boutiques, authorised retailers and spa partners, we connect Cyprus with exceptional fragrance and beauty. Our heritage lives in the expertise we share and the care we bring to every partnership.

flagship 2010
2010
Limassol Marina Haute Parfumerie 2014
2014
Elysium Perfumery 2017
2017

Careers at Dora Theophilou

RECRUITMENT


To support the growth of our Organisation, we strive to attract and develop the most talented people around the world. Continual recruitment is an essential and strategic pillar in our human resources policies.

DEVELOPMENT

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Building ethical, strong, creative and passionate teams and developing their skills through ambitious training is a key priority which encompasses career management, internal mobility, training, programs for high-potential employees and a proactive corporate social responsibility policy. 

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