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A decadent escape into pure indulgence: burnt sugar, velvety vanilla and soft musk. Escapade Gourmande by Maison Mataha is a boldly gourmand Extrait de Parfum, composed by perfumer Vincent Ricord. Caramelized black sugar, velvety vanilla, warm tonka bean and soft musk create a fragrance that feels edible, luxurious and unforgettable: comfort wrapped in elegance.

The Story

The founding creation of Maison Mataha's Mémoire Gourmande collection, Escapade Gourmande was inspired by the memory of a crème brûlée, the caramelized sugar crust giving way to a warm, enveloping vanilla. Vincent Ricord translates that sensation into a darker vanilla with a burnt facet.

How It Smells

Opening
Like the top of a freshly torched crème brûlée: warm caramelized black sugar and rich sweetness fill the air. It is intensely gourmand but smooth and luxurious rather than synthetic.

Heart
The vanilla becomes deeper and more velvety while tonka adds a soft toasted warmth. It feels thick, comforting and addictive, like warm custard with cashmere softness on skin.

Dry Down
Sensual and enveloping: fluffy musk, rich vanilla and benzoin's sweet amber warmth.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Black Sugar Accord

Heart

• Vanilla Absolute
• Tonka Bean Absolute

Base

• Musk Accord
• Siam Benzoin

Fragrance Profile

Gourmand · Amber · Sweet · Vanilla

Sicilian sunlight, honey and tobacco in one golden sweep. Naxos by Xerjoff is Sicilian luxury captured in fragrance: sparkling citrus, aromatic lavender, golden honey, warm cinnamon, rich tobacco leaf, creamy vanilla and smooth tonka bean combine into a scent that feels bold, elegant and irresistibly addictive. Timeless sophistication with undeniable presence.

The Story

Naxos belongs to Xerjoff's 1861 collection, created in tribute to the unification of Italy. The house sets this eau de parfum in Sicily, drawing on the island's sunlight, architecture and blue waters. It begins fresh and aromatic, then turns warm and gourmand with honey, vanilla, cinnamon, tobacco and cashmere woods.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright, aromatic and immediately captivating: lavender, bergamot, lemon and incense from Oman. Sparkling citrus wrapped in smooth lavender, with a subtle resinous depth that gives instant luxury.

Heart
The fragrance grows warmer and more addictive. Honey, cinnamon, cashmere and jasmine sambac form a rich heart that feels sweet, creamy and sensual. The honey is one of Naxos's signatures: golden, smooth and beautifully blended with spice.

Dry Down
Vanilla, tobacco leaf and tonka bean create a warm, smooth, luxurious trail that lingers for hours. The tobacco is refined rather than smoky, adding depth and masculine elegance to the sweet base.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Lemon
• Bergamot
• Lavender
• Incense from Oman

Heart

• Jasmine Sambac
• Honey
• Cinnamon
• Cashmere

Base

• Vanilla
• Tobacco Leaf
• Tonka Bean

Fragrance Profile

Aromatic · Spicy · Amber · Gourmand · Tobacco

Caramel-dipped strawberry over leather and saffron, a Moscow love letter. La Capitale by Xerjoff is a refined perfume dedicated to Moscow and to Russia, a boundless country rich in art, history and culture. It opens in a rich, playful burst of strawberry, caramel, peach and labdanum, deepens into leather, saffron and rose, and settles into Bourbon vanilla and benzoin.

The Story

La Capitale celebrates the modernity and romanticism of Moscow, a metropolis of thousands of different districts that together form a rich and fascinating city, a place of contradictions that runs from grandeur and grime to history and hipness. Xerjoff is an Italian house, founded by Sergio Momo in 2003.

How It Smells

Opening
Rich, playful and immediately addictive, with strawberry, caramel, peach and labdanum. The first impression is like luxurious strawberry jam drizzled over warm caramelized fruit: sweet, juicy and glamorous rather than childish.

Heart
The fragrance becomes darker and more seductive as leather, Iranian saffron, rose, amber and ginger rise through the sweetness, a sensual contrast between fruity gourmand notes and warm, luxurious depth.

Dry Down
Smooth and creamy, with Bourbon vanilla and benzoin adding warmth, softness and a resinous sweetness. It smells expensive and magnetic, wearable by anyone drawn to its character.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Strawberry
• Caramel
• Peach
• Labdanum

Heart

• Leather
• Iranian Saffron
• Ginger
• Rose
• Amber

Base

• Benzoin
• Bourbon Vanilla

Fragrance Profile

Amber · Gourmand · Fruity · Leather · Spicy

Parisian sophistication at sunrise and sunset. Impadia by BDK Parfums is a radiant floral-fruity gourmand: sparkling bergamot, mandarin and juicy pear open onto a lush heart of Bulgarian rose, Turkish rose and orange blossom, resting on akigalawood, vanilla absolute and sandalwood. Sophisticated femininity with a modern Parisian attitude.

The Story

BDK Parfums inspired Impadia by the elegance of Paris at sunrise and sunset, a tribute to Parisian gardens and to early morning dew on rose petals. It was composed by perfumer Jordi Fernandez of Givaudan.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright, fruity and elegant: juicy pear and glowing citrus wrapped in luxurious rose petals.

Heart
A rich, rose-forward heart that feels smooth rather than sharp, with Bulgarian rose, Turkish rose absolute and North African orange flower.

Dry Down
Creamy vanilla and sandalwood soften everything, while akigalawood adds a subtle spicy-woody edge. The result is glamorous, feminine, polished and highly compliment-worthy.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Italian Mandarin
• Italian Bergamot
• Pear

Heart

• Bulgarian Rose
• Turkish Rose Absolute
• Orange Blossom Absolute

Base

• Akigalawood
• Vanilla Absolute
• Sandalwood

Fragrance Profile

Floral · Fruity · Gourmand · Rose

Radiant luxury with a daring edge. Astrum Nova by Electimuss London is a luminous extrait de parfum where sparkling citrus, lush mango and dark fruits meet elegant florals, precious woods and sensual vanilla. Powerful and unforgettable, it is modern opulence in its brightest form.

The Story

Electimuss describes Astrum Nova as a celestial burst of citrus and luscious fruits, and the composition plays that brightness against a deeper, richer base. The contrast between luminous freshness and darker richness is what makes it special.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright, radiant and immediately captivating: sparkling bergamot, lemon, mandarin and juicy mango with a touch of ambrette seed. The impression is tropical yet refined, citrus wrapped around ripe fruit with a luxurious glow rather than sugary sweetness.

Heart
Dark berries from blackcurrant join osmanthus and orris, adding depth, softness and elegance as the fruit blends into something creamier and more sophisticated.

Dry Down
Oud, oakmoss and musk ground the scent, while tonka, vanilla, ambertonic and ambroxan leave a warm, woody-amber trail.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Mango
• Ambrette Seed
• Bergamot
• Lemon
• Mandarin

Heart

• Blackcurrant
• Orris
• Osmanthus

Base

• Oud
• Musk
• Ambertonic
• Oakmoss
• Tonka
• Vanilla
• Ambroxan

Fragrance Profile

Fruity · Amber · Musky · Citrus

A cloud of sweetness wrapped in elegance: whipped marshmallow, violet powder and vanilla. Mallow is an Extrait de Parfum from Sora Dora, the story of a candy-flower. Fluffy marshmallow, creamy vanilla, delicate musks and soft powdery notes make a fragrance that is comforting, playful and addictive: lighthearted yet refined, sweetness elevated.

The Story

Sora Dora presents Mallow as a candy-flower bursting with the infinite sweetness of violet powder, with heliotrope and orange blossom adding depth. The French house has four generations of family history, beginning with Antoine Sora Dora, who left Portugal for Provence in 1920.

How It Smells

Opening
Soft, fluffy and deliciously sweet, like freshly whipped marshmallow dusted in powdered sugar, with raspberry and a touch of pink pepper. A creamy vanilla warmth keeps it rich and smooth.

Heart
Orange blossom, heliotrope, sweet almond and violet bring floral and powdery nuances, giving more refinement than a simple candy scent. The sweetness turns velvety and rounded.

Dry Down
Soft, creamy and sensual: vanilla sugar, ambrette and black musk linger close to the skin.

Fragrance Notes

• Pink Pepper
• Raspberry
• Vanilla Sugar
• Orange Blossom
• Heliotrope
• Sweet Almond
• Violet
• Ambrette Musk
• Black Musk

Fragrance Profile

Gourmand · Powdery · Fruity · Sweet

About the perfumer – Quentin Bisch →

Guidance turned into pure luxury armor. Guidance 46 by Amouage is the intensified Exceptional Extrait of the iconic Guidance, created by Quentin Bisch and launched in 2024. Pear, rose water, hazelnut and bitter almond open into rose, osmanthus, saffron and sambac jasmine, resting on a creamy, woody base of sandalwood, vanilla and ambergris.

The Story

Guidance 46 takes its name from its 46% perfume oil concentration, making it richer, smoother and more powerful than the original. Amouage presents it as a study in light and shade, fragility and strength, subtlety and ostentatiousness, and ages it for four weeks (two of maceration, two of maturation).

How It Smells

Opening
An intense blend of pear, rose water, hazelnut, bitter almond and frankincense: fruity, creamy and nutty, immediately addictive.

Heart
Lush rose, osmanthus, saffron and jasmine sambac bloom into a radiant floral richness.

Dry Down
Sandalwood, vanilla, ambergris, labdanum, Akigalawood, Georgywood and cypriol build a creamy woody base with great depth, richer, smoother, creamier and more regal than the original Guidance.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Pear
• Frankincense
• Hazelnut
• Rose Water
• Pink Pepper
• Bitter Almond

Heart

• Saffron
• Rose
• Sambac Jasmine
• Osmanthus

Base

• Cistus
• Sandalwood
• Akigalawood
• Ambergris
• Vanilla
• Ambrette
• Georgywood
• Cypriol

Fragrance Profile

Floral · Amber · Woody · Creamy · Nutty

Warm almond milk, saffron and Italian dessert in a velvet glass. Xerjoff Casamorati Italica is one of the most indulgent gourmands in niche perfumery, rich, creamy and irresistibly luxurious. Almond, silky milk and a touch of saffron give way to toffee and bourbon vanilla, settling on sandalwood and white musk.

The Story

Italica is inspired by the warmth of Italian desserts and belongs to Casamorati, the Xerjoff line that honours the historic C. Casamorati perfume factory of Bologna, founded in 1888 and known for its perfumes and bath soaps. It is conceived for those who appreciate rich, dessert-like fragrances elevated to a high-end level.

Read the full story of Casamorati 1888: from a Bologna perfume factory loved by Queen Margherita of Savoy to Xerjoff's 2009 revival.

How It Smells

Opening
Creamy, nutty and slightly spiced, like warm almond milk with a hint of saffron.

Heart
It quickly becomes a rich, dessert-like accord of buttery toffee and smooth bourbon vanilla: thick, cosy and addictive without being overly sugary.

Dry Down
Soft, creamy and slightly woody, as sandalwood and white musk lend a polished, luxurious finish. The whole impression is of a freshly baked almond dessert of warm milk, vanilla and caramelised sugar.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Saffron
• Almond
• Milky Notes

Heart

• Bourbon Vanilla
• Toffee

Base

• Sandalwood
• White Musk

Fragrance Profile

Gourmand · Amber · Vanilla · Almond

Melon Kiss Extrait de Parfum is an exotic fragrance that is both inviting and memorable perfect for those looking to make a spring and summer statement.

Created by master perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour and Pierre Flores with creative direction from Gabriela from Gabby Loves Perfumes. 

Fragrance Notes: 

• Top Notes: Bergamot & Melon
• Heart Notes: Honeydew Melon & Coconut Milk
• Dry Down: Creamed Honey & Madagascan Vanilla

Almond indulgence reimagined: marzipan, cream and velvety vanilla. Mandorle is an Extrait de Parfum from Sora Dora that turns sweet almond into a work of luxury perfumery. Creamy almond, velvety vanilla, soft woods and delicate musks make a fragrance that feels comforting, elegant and addictive: warm, refined and beautifully gourmand.

The Story

Sora Dora is a French house with four generations of family history, begun by Antoine Sora Dora, who left Portugal for Provence in 1920 and worked as head gardener at a jasmine farm near Grasse. Mandorle is part of its gourmand repertoire, an almond-centered composition that sets a nutty richness against suede, cashmere wood and musk.

How It Smells

Opening
Rich, creamy and nutty, with the aroma of sweet almond pastry, marzipan, almond cream and delicate sugar. The gourmand opening feels elegant rather than heavy.

Heart
The almond accord softens and gains texture, blending with creamy vanilla, heliotrope, cocoa and a boozy touch of rum. The sweetness stays balanced, never overly sugary, while gentle woods add depth.

Dry Down
Velvety and sensual: soft musk, toasted almond, creamy vanilla and caramel, with suede and cashmere wood, linger on the skin, cozy and quietly seductive.

Fragrance Notes

• Almond
• Tonka Bean
• Vanilla
• Caramel
• Cocoa
• Rum
• Heliotrope
• Suede
• Cashmere Wood
• White Musk
• Woody Notes

Fragrance Profile

Amber · Gourmand · Nutty · Woody

The fiery beauty of a precious gemstone, turned dessert. Ruby by Kajal Perfumes Paris is a radiant, indulgent fruity gourmand inspired by eternal love. Red berries, coconut, almond, pineapple and juicy cherry melt into whipped cream and brown sugar, then settle on warm vanilla, musk, amber, benzoin and tonka bean.

The Story

Kajal Perfumes Paris draws on the passion of eternal love and the fiery beauty of the ruby for this bold gourmand, one for those who love sweetness, elegance and strong presence.

How It Smells

Opening
Playful, juicy and fruity, with cherry taking centre stage, softened by creamy coconut and almond, red berries and pineapple.

Heart
Sweet and comforting: whipped cream, a soft powdery touch, ice cream and brown sugar create a dessert-like richness.

Dry Down
Vanilla, amber, musk, benzoin and tonka bean add warmth and depth.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Red Berries
• Coconut
• Almond
• Pineapple
• Cherry Juice

Heart

• Whipped Cream
• Soft Powdery Accord
• Ice Cream
• Brown Sugar

Base

• Musk
• Vanilla
• Amber
• Benzoin
• Tonka Bean

Fragrance Profile

Fruity · Gourmand · Sweet · Amber

Smoke, spice and resin at full volume. Outlands by Amouage is an ultra-rich composition of spice, patchouli, incense, amber and woods, created by perfumer Cécile Zarokian and released in 2024 as part of The Essences collection. Bold, complex and magnetic, it is a luxurious powerhouse.

The Story

Outlands joins Amouage's The Essences collection as an Essence de Parfum, composed at roughly 30% perfume oils and given a special ageing process for added depth. It reads as a modern take on classic amber and spice, resinous and smoky in character.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright bergamot, lemon, cardamom, Sichuan pepper, elemi and frankincense: fresh, spicy and immediately energetic.

Heart
Darker and more textured, with patchouli, saffron, cumin, coriander, rose, orange blossom, wormwood and anise adding warmth and complexity.

Dry Down
Amber, vanilla, benzoin, labdanum, oud, birch, ambergris, musk and opoponax form a smoky, resinous base of great depth. The overall effect is spicy, resinous, woody, ambery and highly addictive.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Cardamom
• Bergamot
• Lemon
• Sichuan Pepper
• Elemi
• Frankincense

Heart

• Patchouli
• Rose
• Orange Blossom
• Cumin
• Geranium
• Davana
• Saffron
• Anise
• Coriander
• Wormwood

Base

• Benzoin
• Labdanum
• Amber
• Ambergris
• Frankincense
• Opoponax
• Vanilla
• Birch
• Musks
• Oud

Fragrance Profile

Spicy · Amber · Woody · Resinous

Tempt Me Not is an alluring gourmand that is sensual, addictive and indulgent. The fragrance opens uniquely with a blend of milk froth and brown sugar, with the heart comprising of caramel, toffee and heliotrope. The base of the fragrance provides depth and sensuality with Madagascan vanilla, Latin American tonka, Indonesian benzoin and musk. 

Crafted by master perfumer Christian Provenzano with creative direction from Noelle.

Fragrance Notes: 

• Top Notes: Milk Froth & Brown Sugar
• Heart Notes: Toffee, Caramel & Heliotrope
• Base Notes: Madagascan Vanilla Bean, Indonesian Benzoin, Musk & Latin American Tonka

Tony Iommi Monkey Special by Xerjoff is rock-and-roll luxury in fragrance form. Boozy rum, exotic passion fruit, rich patchouli, smooth leather, warm caramel, and creamy vanilla blend into a scent that feels daring, seductive, and unforgettable. Bold glamour with dangerous charisma.

What It Smells Like

Tony Iommi Monkey Special opens bold, boozy, and instantly addictive with a striking blend of rum, passion fruit, bergamot, and geranium. The first impression feels like a dark tropical cocktail in a luxury lounge—juicy fruit brightness wrapped in rich rum and aromatic freshness. It is flashy, sensual, and impossible to ignore.

As it develops, the fragrance becomes darker and more seductive. Singapore patchouli, cinnamon, leather, and Bulgarian rose create a rich heart where sweetness meets spice and smoky elegance. The patchouli is smooth and earthy, while leather adds a rockstar edge. This stage feels rebellious, luxurious, and deeply charismatic.

The dry down is warm, creamy, and unforgettable with caramel, vanilla, tonka bean, sandalwood, labdanum, musk, and ambergris. It settles into a rich sweet-woody base that feels expensive, magnetic, and perfect for cooler nights.

Fragrance Notes: 

Bergamot, Rum, Bulgarian Geranium, Passionfruit, Cinnamon, Patchouli, Leather, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Caramel, Labdanum, Musk