Escapade Gourmande

Nostalgia transformed into luxury: baked apples, golden caramel and buttery pastry. Jany is an Extrait de Parfum from Sora Dora, a gourmand built from baked apple, caramel, puff pastry, soft stone fruit and creamy vanilla. Warm, indulgent and richly gourmand yet refined, it is comfort dressed in elegance.

The Story

Jany takes its name from Antoine Sora Dora's daughter, who bakes tarte tatin, and recalls the family's cakes, madeleines and cookies, with echoes of summer afternoons and childhood snacks. Sora Dora is the French house begun by Antoine, who left Portugal for Provence in 1920 and worked as head gardener at a jasmine farm near Grasse.

How It Smells

Opening
Like a warm French pastry fresh from the oven: baked apple, caramelized sugar, soft Ceylon cinnamon and buttery puff pastry. It has a realistic tarte tatin quality, but with a refined niche elegance rather than a candle-like sweetness.

Heart
Peach, apricot and plum add a juicy richness, while osmanthus brings a soft, velvety floral facet that keeps it more complex than a standard gourmand.

Dry Down
Vanilla, almond, caramel and white musk melt into a creamy skin scent: cozy, delicious and comforting.

Fragrance Notes

• Baked Apple
• Peach
• Apricot
• Ceylon Cinnamon Essence
• Puff Pastry
• Osmanthus Absolute
• Plum
• Nutty Notes
• Caramel
• Almond
• Vanilla
• White Musk

Fragrance Profile

Fruity · Gourmand · Sweet · Spicy

Romantic, juicy and warmly sweet. Sacred Bond by Reinvented is an intense, magnetic Eau de Parfum created around the feeling of an unbreakable connection. Bright mandarin, juicy raspberry and bergamot open into a romantic floral heart of gardenia, jasmine and rose, then melt into a warm, creamy base of caramel, vanilla, sandalwood, benzoin, saffron, amber and white musk.

The Story

Sacred Bond is inspired by elective affinities, the kind of bond that balances the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual, an attachment that neither time nor distance can break. It belongs to the Reinvented collection, which explores the links between mind, energy, emotion and spirit.

How It Smells

Opening
Fruity, juicy and bright: mandarin and raspberry sparkle over bergamot.

Heart
Soft and elegant, a bouquet of gardenia, jasmine and rose.

Dry Down
Sweet, smooth and seductive: caramel and vanilla wrapped in sandalwood, benzoin, saffron, amber and white musk, leaving a warm, luxurious trail.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Mandarin Orange
• Raspberry
• Bergamot

Heart

• Gardenia
• Jasmine
• Rose

Base

• Caramel
• Vanilla
• Sandalwood
• Benzoin
• Saffron
• White Musk
• Amber

Fragrance Profile

Floral · Fruity · Gourmand · Amber

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

A dark vanilla bean painted white. Vanilla Powder Extrait by Matière Première is a luxurious, addictive vanilla in which dark Madagascar vanilla meets creamy white musks, soft coconut powder, palo santo and warm tonka bean. Richer and more intimate than the original Eau de Parfum, it wraps the skin in velvety sweetness and elegant depth.

The Story

Perfumer Aurélien Guichard, founder of Matière Première, imagined a dark vanilla bean painted white: a deep, supple vanilla with a salty facet, contrasted with modern white powders. The extrait raises the dosage of the hero ingredient, vanilla absolute from Fair for Life land in Madagascar, and adds a guest ingredient, Venezuelan tonka bean absolute, which unveils a new and unexpected facet of the original.

How It Smells

Opening
A fluffy veil of coconut powder and airy white musks gives a soft, skin-like sweetness.

Heart
The Madagascar vanilla becomes richer and smoother than in the original version, dark and supple rather than overly sweet, with a hint of salt.

Dry Down
Tonka bean adds almond-like warmth and toasted depth, while palo santo brings a subtle smoky woodiness. The effect is creamy, sensual, powdery and seductive: less loud than the Eau de Parfum, but deeper and more refined.

Fragrance Notes

• Vanilla Absolute (Madagascar)
• Coconut Powder
• White Musks
• Palo Santo Wood
• Tonka Bean Absolute (Venezuela)

Fragrance Profile

Gourmand · Vanilla · Powdery · Musky

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

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

The famous dessert, honeyed and nutty. Baklava Royale by Navitus is a magnetic, intriguing and alluring gourmand Extrait de Parfum crafted around baklava. Master perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour created it, with creative direction from Gabriela of Gabby Loves Perfumes.

The Story

Baklava Royale opens with orange blossom and Italian bergamot, has accords of honey, pistachio and grilled almonds in the heart, and rests on Madagascan vanilla, amberwood and Brazilian tonka bean.

How It Smells

Opening
Floral and bright: orange blossom with Italian bergamot.

Heart
Honeyed and nutty, with pistachio and grilled almond accords.

Dry Down
Warm and sweet: Madagascan vanilla, amberwood and Brazilian tonka bean.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Orange Blossom
• Italian Bergamot

Heart

• Honey
• Pistachio
• Grilled Almond

Base

• Amberwood
• Madagascan Vanilla
• Brazilian Tonka Bean

Fragrance Profile

Gourmand · Amber · Honey · Nutty

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

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

Blanche Bête is an ethereal and addictive creation that blurs the line between innocence and seduction. Inspired by the purity and mystery of a mythical white creature, this luxurious Eau de Parfum wraps creamy milk accords, radiant white florals, and soft vanilla into a scent that feels dreamlike and unforgettable. Tuberose, jasmine, and incense add elegance and depth, while tonka, cacao, and musky vanilla create a warm, velvety finish. A modern niche masterpiece for those who crave softness with undeniable presence.

How It Smells

Blanche Bête smells creamy, sensual, angelic, and deeply addictive. It opens with a soft milky sweetness that feels airy rather than heavy, then blooms into smooth white florals with a delicate powdery glow. As it settles, vanilla, musk, and cacao create a warm skin-like trail that feels luxurious and intimate.

Fragrance Notes:

Milk accord, Mystikal, Ambrette, Incense, Mahonial, Tuberose, Jasmine, Vanilla, Musk, Cacao, Tonka Bean.

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