Our Story

Taylor Francis & Co. is an Australian-owned boutique established in 2007, specialising in beautifully curated fashion, homewares, gifts and fragrances.

As the exclusive importer and distributor of Fragonard Parfumeur throughout Australia and New Zealand, we offer the complete Fragonard collection both online and from our boutique in Blackburn, Victoria. We also proudly supply independent retailers throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Alongside Fragonard, you'll discover a carefully selected range of premium Australian and international brands, including Elk the Label, Seasalt Cornwall, Glasshouse Fragrances, Zjoosh, Zafino, French Country Collections and many more.

Every product is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, craftsmanship and timeless style, helping our customers discover the perfect gift—or something special for themselves.

How It All Began

The Taylor Francis & Co. story began during a trip to France, where our founder discovered the beautiful world of Fragonard Parfumeur.

Captivated by the brand's rich history, craftsmanship and timeless elegance, our founder knew Australian customers would love it too. In 2007, Taylor Francis & Co. became the exclusive importer and distributor of Fragonard Parfumeur throughout Australia and New Zealand, introducing the iconic French fragrance house to a whole new audience.

Our first boutique opened in Laburnum, Victoria. As Taylor Francis & Co. grew, we relocated in 2016 to our current boutique in South Parade, Blackburn, where we continue to welcome customers from across Melbourne and beyond.

Meet Our Founder

Taylor Francis & Co. was founded by Paula Raabe, whose passion for beautiful products and exceptional customer service continues to inspire the business today.

Paula believes shopping should be an enjoyable and inspiring experience, whether you're visiting our boutique or browsing online. She is continually discovering brands and sourcing products that reflect quality, craftsmanship and timeless style, while creating a welcoming environment where every customer feels valued.

Listening to customers has always been at the heart of Taylor Francis & Co. By understanding what our customers love, we continue to bring together products that inspire, delight and become treasured additions to homes and wardrobes.

Paula visiting the Fragonard boutique in Paris, where the inspiration for Taylor Francis & Co. first began.

"I love helping our customers discover products they'll treasure. Whether you're searching for the perfect gift or treating yourself, we want every visit to Taylor Francis & Co. to be a beautiful and enjoyable experience."
— Paula, Founder & Creative Director

Visit Our Boutique

Whether you're shopping online or visiting our boutique in Blackburn, you'll enjoy a thoughtfully curated collection of fashion, fragrances, gifts and homewares, supported by friendly, knowledgeable service.

Thank you for supporting Taylor Francis & Co. Whether you're searching for the perfect gift, a beautiful fragrance or something special for yourself, we look forward to welcoming you online or in-store.