Gourmand, woody, amber, floral, or fresh: every oriental fragrance belongs to a major family. Find yours, and you'll immediately know which fragrances to turn to. This guide helps you choose in just a few minutes.
Three questions to get started
When will you wear it? For the office and daytime, opt for a fresh or floral fragrance. For evenings and nights out, try a gourmand, woody, or amber fragrance.
In which season? Fresh fragrances shine in spring and summer. Warm, vanilla, and spicy fragrances come into their own in autumn and winter.
What scents do you enjoy in everyday life? Coffee, desserts, spices, flowers, clean laundry, the forest? Your everyday tastes are often the best clue.
Gourmand and vanilla fragrances
Vanilla, caramel, praline, dates: sweet and comforting fragrances that make you want to smell them again and again. Ideal for autumn, winter, and evenings.
Our favorites: Khamrah, Liquid Brun, Eternal Vanille, Yara Elixir, Marshmallow Blush.
Woody and spicy fragrances
Cinnamon, cardamom, tobacco, precious woods: warm and elegant fragrances with character. Perfect for those who like to be noticed.
Our favorites: Royal Blend, Royal Blend Nero, After Effect, Habik for Men, Asad Elixir.
Amber and liqueur fragrances
Amber, resins, plum, liqueur notes: rich and enveloping fragrances with a deep trail. The heart of oriental perfumery.
Our favorites: Teriaq Intense, Amber Empire, Royal Blend Bourbon, Mahd Al Dhahab.
Floral fragrances
Rose, jasmine, orange blossom, peony: luminous and elegant fragrances, often softened with a touch of vanilla or musk.
Our favorites: Delilah, Angham Second Song, Ana Abiyedh Poudrée, Vanilla 01.
Fresh fragrances
Citrus, green notes, lavender, clean musk: light and easy-to-wear fragrances, perfect for daytime, the office, and warmer months.
Our favorites: Club de Nuit Precieux I, Urban Man Elixir, Hayaati, Marwa, Pacific Aura.
Oud
The most precious wood in perfumery, deep and slightly smoky. To discover this ingredient gently, start with a fragrance where oud is paired with rose and amber.
Our favorite: Blue Sapphire Privée. To learn everything about this ingredient, read our article What is oud?
Eau de parfum or extrait?
An extrait is more concentrated than an eau de parfum: its trail is richer and you need less with each application. To learn more, read Extrait de parfum or eau de parfum: which should you choose?
Still unsure? We'll help you choose.
Write to us at contact@parfumoudpur.com and tell us which fragrances you already like, for what occasion, and in which season. We'll respond personally with two or three suggestions chosen for you.