The International Perfume Bottle Association (IPBA) is a collector-led organization dedicated to educating people about, promoting, and supporting the collection of perfume bottles and related vanity items. Its interests include scent bottles, compacts, purses, ephemera, and other objects, with attention to their history, manufacture, uses, and cultural significance. The association also fosters connections among members and welcomes collectors at every level.

IPBA offers membership with benefits, regional chapters, specialty groups, and opportunities to connect through social media and online gatherings. Its resources include a virtual museum, articles, company histories, a glossary, a lending library, publications, book reviews, and guidance on managing or liquidating a collection. Collectors can explore the IPBA Marketplace and Shoppe, participate in auctions, and attend conventions and educational events, including presentations and design competitions. The association also shares news and collection-focused features, and provides a benefactor program for supporters. Through these services and activities, IPBA helps enthusiasts research, appreciate, curate, and share the stories of perfume bottles and vanity objects.