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Spectral Doorway by DS&Durga smells like stepping into a sunlit library archive where someone left a stick of classroom chalk beside an open cedar dra… Show more

Spectral Doorway by DS&Durga smells like stepping into a sunlit library archive where someone left a stick of classroom chalk beside an open cedar drawer. The fragrance starts with a distinct blast of dry mineral chalk, clean cotton fabric, and a faint wisp of cold resinous incense. Within minutes, bitter artemisia and splintery model tree needles take over the heart, cutting through the dust with an herbal bite that feels sharp yet refreshing. A nostalgic dusting of sweet powdered candy balances the greenery before the base settles into yellowed paperback pages, earthy patchouli, and clean skin musk. It wears close to the body, creating an intimate, eccentric personal bubble that feels calm, scholarly, and wonderfully odd. Show less

Abjar by The Spirit of Dubai opens with a sharp burst of aromatic cypress, pine needles, and spicy nutmeg before settling into a dense heart of birch… Show more

Abjar by The Spirit of Dubai opens with a sharp burst of aromatic cypress, pine needles, and spicy nutmeg before settling into a dense heart of birch leaf and natural leather. As the composition warms on skin, smoky incense, Indian oud, and rich labdanum take control, giving the fragrance a dark resinous texture. The base brings out heavy animalic castoreum and civet alongside dark tobacco and warm amber. It projects heavily in crisp freezing weather, making it a bold statement piece for black-tie gatherings, formal evening events, or cold winter nights when you want an unyielding woody presence. Show less

Durra opens with a sharp burst of salty sea notes, cold aldehydes, and clary sage before diving into a dark heart of agarwood and smoky incense. The d… Show more

Durra opens with a sharp burst of salty sea notes, cold aldehydes, and clary sage before diving into a dark heart of agarwood and smoky incense. The dry-down settles into heavy castoreum leather, amber, and bitter cumin on skin. It suits cold winter evenings, black-tie dinners, or outdoor gatherings where a dense, maritime oriental projection cuts cleanly through crisp air. Show less

Âme Sombre Grade 1 is a potent attar driven by a resinous frankincense and rose heart. It feels deeply spiritual and grounded, favoring experienced pe… Show more

Âme Sombre Grade 1 is a potent attar driven by a resinous frankincense and rose heart. It feels deeply spiritual and grounded, favoring experienced perfume lovers who enjoy rich, animalic undertones. Best suited for cooler weather or formal evening occasions where its dense presence can fully open on the skin. Show less

Favonius by Nishane opens with a bright spark of litchi, pink pepper, and bergamot before settling into a rich Turkish rose and smoky incense core. Da… Show more

Favonius by Nishane opens with a bright spark of litchi, pink pepper, and bergamot before settling into a rich Turkish rose and smoky incense core. Dark agarwood, patchouli, and cypriol oil anchor the base with earthy weight. Built for cool autumn evenings and crisp spring mornings, this scent suits fragrance enthusiasts who want a fruity rose oud with an aromatic herbal twist. Show less

ASHES PRIVILEGE by AMD Perfumes is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. ASHES PRIVILEGE was launched in 2025. Top note… Show more

ASHES PRIVILEGE by AMD Perfumes is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. ASHES PRIVILEGE was launched in 2025. Top notes are Incense, Pink Pepper, Bergamot and Litchi; middle notes are Clary Sage, Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Rose Geranium and Artemisia; base notes are Incense, Agarwood, Oud, Sandalwood, Patchouli and Cedar. Show less

Majestic Radiance is a deep, smoky woods and amber scent built around resinous gurjan balsam, incense, and cedar. As it warms on skin, it turns more t… Show more

Majestic Radiance is a deep, smoky woods and amber scent built around resinous gurjan balsam, incense, and cedar. As it warms on skin, it turns more tactile, with beeswax and labdanum giving a slightly golden, balsamic feel, then a musky, vanilla base with a clear animalic edge from castoreum. It suits cool weather and evening wear best, and even though it is. Show less

Desert Vetiver opens brighter and more resinous than its name suggests, with citrus, elemi, incense and pine giving it a crisp, aromatic lift. As it s… Show more

Desert Vetiver opens brighter and more resinous than its name suggests, with citrus, elemi, incense and pine giving it a crisp, aromatic lift. As it settles, pepper, herbs and woods come forward, while the vetiver stays in the background rather than dominating. It suits someone who likes classic masculine blends with a dry, green, spicy feel. If you want a loud, rooty. Show less

Marque-Page is a smoky, woody amber with a restless mix of incense, leather, patchouli, oud and pale florals. On skin it can feel sweet, dirty, spicy… Show more

Marque-Page is a smoky, woody amber with a restless mix of incense, leather, patchouli, oud and pale florals. On skin it can feel sweet, dirty, spicy and powdery at once, with reviewers picking up musky amber, cumin-like warmth, creamy sandalwood and a leathered dry-down. This is a character scent, better sampled than blind bought. It suits people who enjoy earthy orientals, vintage. Show less

Aflaaj is a dense oriental woody scent with rose, incense and apple up top, then leather, patchouli and cinnamon over an ambered resin base. It opens… Show more

Aflaaj is a dense oriental woody scent with rose, incense and apple up top, then leather, patchouli and cinnamon over an ambered resin base. It opens aromatic and slightly smoky, then settles into something warm, textured and full-bodied. This tends to suit wearers who enjoy richer, more traditional styles with presence. It looks best for cooler weather, evening wear, or anyone wanting. Show less

Jamila by Roccobarocco is an amber-forward unisex scent that blends sharp aldehydes with a resinous, smoky core. Launching in 2017, this fragrance off… Show more

Jamila by Roccobarocco is an amber-forward unisex scent that blends sharp aldehydes with a resinous, smoky core. Launching in 2017, this fragrance offers a syrupy warmth grounded in benzoin and labdanum. It works well for cooler weather evenings when you want a rich, lingering presence that balances synthetic brightness with deep, woody depth. Show less

Terre Initiale opens with bright red berries and tart mandarin orange, immediately colliding with a bitter herbal heart of artemisia and wormwood. As… Show more

Terre Initiale opens with bright red berries and tart mandarin orange, immediately colliding with a bitter herbal heart of artemisia and wormwood. As the crisp fruitiness cools on skin, earthy patchouli and dry cedar anchor the base alongside a smoky touch of incense. It feels crisp, forest-like, and slightly medicinal during cool autumn mornings. Jardin de France created a balanced unisex blend that trades standard vanilla sweetness for clean woody bitterness. Show less

Saloon Parfum leans dark, resinous, and traditionally masculine. It opens with leather, incense, oud, and ambergris, then settles into a spicy herbal… Show more

Saloon Parfum leans dark, resinous, and traditionally masculine. It opens with leather, incense, oud, and ambergris, then settles into a spicy herbal core with sage, artemisia, and black pepper over a warm ambered woody base. This looks best suited to cooler weather, evening wear, and anyone who enjoys a smoky, old-school style rather than a clean fresh scent. Show less

Al Bashiq by Nabeel delivers a heavy dose of leather, dark resins, and bitter almond. It is a bold, cold weather scent that cuts through freezing air,… Show more

Al Bashiq by Nabeel delivers a heavy dose of leather, dark resins, and bitter almond. It is a bold, cold weather scent that cuts through freezing air, pairing best with heavy wool coats or leather jackets during winter nights. Show less

Preja Buja by Acqua di Biella is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Preja Buja was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Maur… Show more

Preja Buja by Acqua di Biella is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Preja Buja was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Maurizio Cerizza. Top notes are Angelica, Artemisia and Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha; middle notes are Myrrh, Incense and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Patchouli, Agarwood (Oud), Cashmere Wood, Amber and Musk. Show less

Mellis by Annette Neuffer is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men. The nose behind this fragrance is Annette Neuffer. Top notes are Mandarin O… Show more

Mellis by Annette Neuffer is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men. The nose behind this fragrance is Annette Neuffer. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Cloves, Cinnamon, Lime, Bergamot and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Turkish Rose Oil, Rum, Carnation, Tobacco, Artemisia and Jasmine; base notes are Beeswax, Cacao Pod, Tahitian Vanilla, Benzoin, Patchouli, Tonka Bean and Sandalwood. It opens with Mandarin Orange, Cloves. The heart moves into Turkish Rose Oil, Rum. In the dry-down, Beeswax, Cacao Pod give it its base. From the way people describe wearing it, this comes across best as an easygoing style that many people can appreciate quickly. Taken together, the feedback points to a scent that feels easy to understand on first wear, but still depends heavily on whether the greener, sweeter, or sharper nuances fit your preferences. Show less

Keep Trying Me by Mai Senza Profumo is an unapologetic aromatic fougere that leans heavily into animalic textures. Launched in 2022, it opens with a s… Show more

Keep Trying Me by Mai Senza Profumo is an unapologetic aromatic fougere that leans heavily into animalic textures. Launched in 2022, it opens with a sharp spike of cinnamon and grapefruit before settling into a deep, resinous base of civet, musk, and beeswax. This is a scent for those who prefer their fragrances to have an aggressive, wild, and distinctly vintage edge. Show less

Shiro Favourite Dress opens with a bright tartness of cherry contrasted by the bitter green edge of artemisia. This is not a typical sticky-sweet desi… Show more

Shiro Favourite Dress opens with a bright tartness of cherry contrasted by the bitter green edge of artemisia. This is not a typical sticky-sweet designer gourmand. As it settles on the skin, a floral heart of peony and jasmine softens the initial sharp bite, creating a clean, airy texture. The base grounds the fragrance with a dry mix of patchouli, vetiver, and quiet incense. It feels like a cool spring morning in a quiet garden, making it an excellent choice for casual daytime wear. We recommend starting with a sample to see how the bitter-tart opening behaves on your skin. Show less

Darkwood Rose is a dry, aromatic rose-oud scent with a spicy green opening and a darker, smoky base. The rose feels less jammy than many oud-rose frag… Show more

Darkwood Rose is a dry, aromatic rose-oud scent with a spicy green opening and a darker, smoky base. The rose feels less jammy than many oud-rose fragrances, while cypress, incense, musk, and patchouli keep it brisk and woody. It suits wearers who want rose with structure rather than sweetness. Projection can feel strong, and the overall style leans best to cooler weather. Show less

Churchill by Bahoma London is a complex spicy fragrance that balances aromatic citrus with a dense heart of plum, cloves, and saffron. This unisex sce… Show more

Churchill by Bahoma London is a complex spicy fragrance that balances aromatic citrus with a dense heart of plum, cloves, and saffron. This unisex scent settles into a resinous base of tonka bean and sandalwood. It offers a grounded experience, suitable for those who prefer warm, spice-forward profiles that transition well from office wear to formal evening events during the autumn months. Show less