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Decision 42 is a new 2026 Exceptional Extrait from Amouage, created by perfumer Quentin Bisch. It takes the original Decision DNA and makes it darker, smokier, richer and more intense, with an exceptionally high 42% perfume oil concentration.

The original Decision centers on a lightning strike near a juniper tree. Decision 42 raises the stakes: neroli, cardamom and cinnamon sharpen the lightning effect, while juniper meets patchouli and rectified pine tar for a darker, smokier profile. Vanilla and labdanum make the base warmer and more life-affirming. Fierce, uncompromising and dazzling.

How it smells: Brilliant spice and citrus collide with dark woods, smoky resins and incense, then settle into warm, ambered vanilla. Compared with the original Decision, it is deeper, smokier and more resinous, with a stronger emphasis on woods and incense.

Fragrance notes:
Top: Pink Pepper, Bergamot, Cardamom, Neroli, Cinnamon
Heart: Frankincense, Juniper, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Rectified Pine Tar
Base: Patchouli, Cedarwood, Vanilla, Labdanum

Details: 42% perfume oil concentration, aged six weeks (four weeks of maceration and two of maturation). Amber, woody and aromatic.

Read our full review of Decision 42, including how it compares to the original and who it's for.

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

Gris Charnel Extrait by BDK Parfums is a richer, deeper, and more sensual interpretation of the beloved original. Concentrated at 30%, this extrait intensifies the signature fig, black tea, and cardamom opening while introducing darker woods, smoky vanilla, and patchouli for added depth. Creamy sandalwood and tonka bean remain at the heart of its addictive identity, creating a fragrance that feels luxurious, magnetic, and unmistakably refined.

How it smells
It smells like warm chai tea and creamy woods dressed in evening elegance. The opening gives spicy cardamom, soft fig sweetness, and aromatic black tea. As it develops, iris adds a velvety texture while cistus creates a resinous warmth. In the drydown, sandalwood, vanilla, tonka bean, cedar, and patchouli become smooth, rich, and seductive. Compared to the original, it is darker, denser, and more powerful with a more sensual trail.

Fragrance Notes: 

Top Notes: Cardamom, Black Tea, Fig
Heart Notes: Moroccan Iris, Cistus, Madagascan Bourbon Vetiver
Base Notes: Indonesian Patchouli, Madagascan Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedar, Tonka Bean 

Tropical ginger flower in full sun. Ingenious Ginger by Goldfield & Banks is a radiant, addictive unisex Eau de Parfum built around native Australian Red Back Ginger, with sparkling bergamot, juicy mandarin and vibrant ginger flower, elegant magnolia and neroli, and a dry down of warm amber, creamy vanilla and smooth Australian sandalwood. Bright, sensual and effortlessly luxurious. Perfumer: Hamid Merati-Kashani.

The Story

Ingenious Ginger is inspired by the lush tropical landscapes of Australia’s Atherton Tablelands. The brand calls it a world-first exploration of Australian Red Back Ginger, an interpretation of the otherwise unscented Torch Ginger Lily, balancing freshness with irresistible warmth.

How It Smells

Opening
A sparkling burst of citrus and fresh ginger, uplifting and energetic.

Heart
Soft white florals, magnolia and neroli among them, smooth the composition.

Dry Down
Vanilla, amber and sandalwood create a warm, sunlit creaminess.

Fragrance Notes

• Australian Ginger Flower Accord
• Bergamot (Italy)
• Lemon (Italy)
• Mandarin (Brazil)
• Magnolia (China)
• Neroli
• Jasmine
• Rose
• Patchouli (Indonesia)
• Vanilla
• Musk
• Cashmeran
• Amber
• Sandalwood (Australia)

Fragrance Profile

Floral · Amber · Fresh · Citrus · Creamy

The softness of a kiss and the elegance of quiet desire. And Your Lips by Floraïku Paris is a romantic, sophisticated floral: sparkling bergamot and mandarin, candied jujube, Turkish rose and Egyptian jasmine, resting on white musk, Madagascar vanilla and tonka bean. Refined, modern and irresistibly smooth.

The Story

A creation from Floraïku Paris, And Your Lips is made for those who love elegant florals with a warm, seductive trail. Its candied jujube accord, with a fruity sweetness reminiscent of apple and date, gives it a distinctive gourmand touch. Retailers also describe it as a feminine take on the fern accord, a structure more often found in masculine fragrances.

How It Smells

Opening
Fresh and airy, with mandarin, bergamot, clary sage and aromatic lavender, before turning softer and more sensual.

Heart
Velvety rose and jasmine form a luxurious floral heart, with the candied jujube adding its unique fruity sweetness.

Dry Down
Vanilla, tonka, patchouli, musk and moss leave a creamy, skin-like finish: a soft floral kiss with sweetness, warmth and effortless sophistication.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Mandarin Essence
• Bergamot
• Clary Sage

Heart

• Lavender
• Rose Absolute
• Jasmine Absolute
• Candied Jujube Accord

Base

• Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Absolute
• Tonka Bean Absolute
• Patchouli
• White Musk

Fragrance Profile

Floral · Fresh · Gourmand · Aromatic

Pas Ce Soir Extrait by BDK Parfums is a richer, darker, and more addictive interpretation of the beloved original. Concentrated at extrait strength, this sensual creation opens with black pepper, ginger, cocoa, pear, and mandarin for a vibrant yet indulgent first impression. A luminous heart of Moroccan jasmine, quince chutney, peach, and orange blossom adds elegance and seduction, while patchouli, vanilla, cashmeran, ambroxan, and benzoin create a warm, luxurious trail. Bold, mysterious, and unforgettable.

How it smells
It smells like juicy fruit dipped in dark cocoa and wrapped in smooth vanilla woods. The opening is sparkling and playful from pear and mandarin, but quickly deepens with spicy ginger and pepper. As it settles, the floral heart gives softness and sophistication, while the base becomes creamy, resinous, and sensual. Compared to the original, this version is sweeter, richer, and more seductive with stronger presence.

Fragrance Notes: 

• Top notes: Black pepper essence, Ginger essence, Cocoa extract, Pear, Tangerine
• Heart notes: Jasmine absolute from Morocco, Quince chutney, Orange blossom
• Base notes: Patchouli from Indonesia, Benzoin, Cashmeran, Vanilla, Ambroxan

Dark elegance with irresistible magnetism. Raw Gold by Thomas De Monaco is decadence captured in scent: boozy davana, velvety orris, smoky woods, supple suede, glowing vanilla and precious resins. Created by perfumer Maurus Bachmann, it feels bold, sensual and unmistakably luxurious.

The Story

Thomas De Monaco, a creative director and photographer whose perfumes are made in Zurich, calls Raw Gold a bold anthem of eternal youth, a scent that moves between innocence and temptation, where desire is dominant.

How It Smells

Opening
Davana, cedarwood and orris open rich and intoxicating: boozy, golden and sensual, like warm liqueur poured over polished wood, with a soft powdery elegance from the orris. It is bold from the first spray, yet refined.

Heart
Patchouli, gaiac wood and suede create a smoky, leathery heart with a velvety softness, a seductive contrast between earthy depth and luxurious smoothness that gives Raw Gold its signature charisma.

Dry Down
Vanilla, saffron, benzoin and oud melt into a resinous golden base. It smells expensive, magnetic and deeply sophisticated, with a touch of danger.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Davana Oil
• Cedarwood
• Orris Absolute

Heart

• Patchouli
• Gaiac Wood
• Suede

Base

• Vanilla Absolute
• Saffron
• Laos Oud Oil
• Benzoin

Fragrance Profile

Amber · Boozy · Leather · Oud

Sun on bare skin, soft sand underfoot. Sand and Skin by Floraïku Paris is a radiant, sensual Eau de Parfum in which Madagascar vanilla, glowing benzoin and luminous ylang-ylang melt into a warm, addictive and elegant skin scent. Creamy woods and soft resins leave a smooth, sun-drenched trail, for lovers of warm skin scents, refined vanillas and sophisticated summer-inspired fragrances.

The Story

The house describes Sand and Skin as evoking a summer outing on the beach, built around benzoin, Madagascar vanilla and ylang-ylang oils: the feeling of warm sun on bare skin and soft sand beneath your feet.

How It Smells

Opening
A soft solar warmth, like clean skin kissed by sunshine.

Heart
Creamy vanilla and exotic ylang-ylang give a warm, velvety sweetness without heaviness.

Dry Down
Sandalwood, benzoin, musk and patchouli settle into a smooth, intimate finish: sun-warmed skin, soft vanilla, luxury-sunscreen warmth and warm sand on a tropical evening.

Fragrance Notes

• Vanilla Absolute
• Benzoin
• Ylang Ylang
• Amyris
• Sandalwood
• Patchouli
• Labdanum
• Musk

Fragrance Profile

Amber · Woody · Gourmand · Floral · Vanilla

Dark cherry liqueur over creamy vanilla woods, with a smoky, boozy edge. Rouge Smoking Extrait by BDK Parfums is a darker, richer and intensely sensual interpretation of the iconic Rouge Smoking, created by perfumers Amélie Bourgeois and Margaux Le Paih Guérin. Juicy cherry, red mandarin and almond open the scent, a creamy milk accord and balsamic resins form the heart, and saffron, oud wood, black vanilla, rum and patchouli leave a glamorous, addictive trail.

The Story

The fragrance is inspired by the electric energy of Paris' Pigalle district, where art and nightlife meet. This extrait concentration reimagines the signature cherry, amber and tonka accord of the original with greater depth and seduction, deeper, bolder and much more powerful than the original.

How It Smells

Opening
Juicy and vibrant from the cherry and red mandarin, softened by almond sweetness, with a bright lift of pink pepper, bergamot and elemi.

Heart
Warmer and more seductive: milk accord, tonka bean and Peru balsam, with labdanum adding balsamic richness.

Dry Down
Saffron, Thai oud, amberwood, black vanilla, Martinique rum and Indonesian patchouli, with benzoin, cypriol and ambroxan, create a smooth, late-night aura.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Red Mandarin
• Napoleon Cherry
• Almond
• Indian Pink Pepper
• Italian Bergamot
• Elemi

Heart

• Milk Accord
• Tonka Bean Absolute
• Peru Balsam
• Labdanum Absolute

Base

• Saffron
• Thai Oud
• Amberwood
• Black Vanilla Absolute
• Martinique Rum
• Indonesian Patchouli
• Siam Benzoin
• Indian Cypriol
• Ambroxan

Fragrance Profile

Gourmand · Fruity · Amber · Woody · Boozy

Volcanic soil, smoldering birch and a flicker of raspberry. Terroni by Orto Parisi is earth set on fire. Smoldering woods, volcanic smoke, dark resins, warm spice and sensual sweetness collide in a fragrance that feels raw, powerful and unforgettable. Fearless, magnetic and deeply primal.

The Story

Terroni was released in 2017 by Orto Parisi, the house of perfumer Alessandro Gualtieri. The house sets it in the soil, with the thought that there is something fulfilling about putting your hands in the earth and that roots shape a person's character. Its cap is tumbled gunmetal inlaid with volcanic stone, meant to evoke the beginning of the Earth, and the scent itself is spicy, smoky, slightly nutty and somewhat mysterious.

How It Smells

Opening
Dark, fiery and immediately intense, a striking blend of smoke, warm spices and a subtle fruity sweetness from raspberry. The first impression is volcanic, like burning woods, glowing embers and scorched earth with something seductive hiding underneath.

Heart
Deeper and richer. Birch, amber, benzoin and woods create a molten, smoky heart that feels resinous, earthy and powerful. The raspberry stays in the background, a mysterious sweetness that keeps the smoke from turning dry or harsh. Many wearers describe burning forest, hot stone and smoldering warmth.

Dry Down
Massive, sensual and unforgettable. Guaiac wood, vetiver, cedar, musk, patchouli, tonka and vanilla leave a warm, earthy trail that lasts for hours. It smells dangerous, magnetic and deeply artistic.

Fragrance Notes

• Raspberry
• Birch
• Benzoin
• Amber
• Guaiac Wood
• Cedar
• Vetiver
• Moss
• Patchouli
• Tonka
• Vanilla
• Musk

Fragrance Profile

Smoky · Woody · Resinous · Spicy · Earthy

Decadent, dark and irresistibly addictive. Caspian Cherry by Electimuss London is a decadent expression of dark luxury, composed by perfumer Kevin Mathys. Black cherry, amaretto liqueur and bittersweet chocolate come together with warm spice and creamy woods in a gourmand that is bold, sensual and sophisticated.

The Story

Caspian Cherry captures the opulent essence of cherries: a sweet, boozy opening, warm spices and creamy coconut, and a woody, chocolatey base. More elegant dessert than candy-like cherry, it is suited to evenings and special occasions and leaves a lasting impression.

How It Smells

Opening
Rich, dark and immediately seductive: juicy black cherry wrapped in smooth amaretto liqueur and bittersweet dark chocolate, luxurious and decadent.

Heart
Warmer and more complex. Cinnamon, honey, coconut, coffee and vetiver form a textured heart that feels creamy, spiced and deeply addictive, with the cherry still present amid darker gourmand facets and subtle woody depth.

Dry Down
Sensual and smooth: white chocolate, tonka bean, sandalwood and patchouli leave a velvety trail that feels indulgent, mysterious and refined.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Amaretto Liqueur
• Black Cherry
• Dark Chocolate

Heart

• Cinnamon
• Vetiver
• Honey
• Coconut
• Coffee

Base

• Patchouli
• Sandalwood
• White Chocolate
• Tonka Bean

Fragrance Profile

Gourmand · Fruity · Amber · Boozy · Woody

Playful luxury with a winning glow. Torino 24 by Xerjoff is a vibrant, juicy fruity-floral that pairs mango, mandarin, plum and bergamot with orange blossom, pink lotus and a soft musky, woody base. Modern, elegant and instantly crowd-pleasing.

The Story

Part of Xerjoff's Torino series, Torino 24 is described by the house as playful luxury in fragrance form: modern sophistication with winning energy. It is fruitier and softer than Torino 21 or 22.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright, juicy and immediately playful, like chilled tropical fruit served courtside: mandarin, mango, plum and bergamot with a luxurious shine.

Heart
Smoother and more elegant. Orange blossom, pink lotus blossom and styrax form an airy, polished floral-musky heart, with the lotus adding watery softness and the orange blossom keeping it radiant.

Dry Down
Warm, clean and addictive. White musk, moss and patchouli form a soft woody-musky base that keeps the fruit refined rather than sugary.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Bergamot
• Mandarin
• Mango
• Plum

Heart

• Orange Blossom
• Pink Lotus Blossom
• Styrax

Base

• White Musk
• Moss
• Patchouli

Fragrance Profile

Fruity · Floral · Musky · Citrus

The pulse of the city that never sleeps. New York by Widian blends sparkling citrus, elegant florals, smooth caramel, warm tobacco, creamy vanilla and sensual woods. Bold, refined and irresistibly magnetic: modern luxury with undeniable presence.

The Story

New York belongs to Widian's line of perfumes inspired by the Middle East, built around oud, amber, frankincense and rare flowers, here turned toward a cosmopolitan city and a tobacco twist.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright, energetic and captivating. Bergamot, mandarin, lemon, pink pepper, lavender, coriander and juniper feel cosmopolitan and polished: fresh citrus with aromatic spice and a modern edge.

Heart
Rose, jasmine, patchouli, orris, geranium and a touch of caramel balance freshness with soft sweetness, clean yet warm, modern yet elegant.

Dry Down
White musk, tonka bean, tobacco, ambergris, vanilla, vetiver and olibanum create a creamy woody base with subtle sweetness and depth.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Bergamot
• Mandarin
• Lemon
• Pink Pepper
• Lavender
• Coriander
• Juniper

Heart

• Geranium
• Orris
• Rose
• Akigala Wood
• Jasmine
• Patchouli
• Caramel

Base

• Vetiver
• Cypriol
• White Musk
• White Amber
• Vanilla
• Ambergris
• Olibanum
• Tonka Bean
• Tobacco

Fragrance Profile

Amber · Aromatic · Tobacco · Citrus · Gourmand

Power, legacy and timeless masculinity. Il Padrino by Sospiro is a bold, charismatic oriental-woody eau de parfum, dark, elegant and unforgettable. Dark rum, amaretto, blackcurrant and bergamot open onto patchouli, dry amber and sandalwood, finishing on labdanum, vanilla wood and Siam benzoin.

The Story

Sospiro presents Il Padrino as inspired by power, legacy and timeless masculinity, crafted with master perfumer Christian Provenzano. It feels both classic and modern, luxurious, intense and undeniably magnetic: a statement scent for those who lead, not follow.

How It Smells

Opening
Tart, boozy and spicy-sweet: dark rum, amaretto and blackcurrant with a fresh cut of bergamot, while warm richness begins to build underneath.

Heart
Darker and more structured, a creamy, velvety core of patchouli, dry amber and sandalwood that feels smooth rather than overpowering.

Dry Down
A deep, warm base of labdanum, vanilla wood and Siam benzoin, creating a long-lasting, powerful trail that feels luxurious and authoritative.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Dark Rum
• Amaretto
• Blackcurrant
• Bergamot

Heart

• Patchouli Blossoms
• Dry Amber
• Sandalwood

Base

• Labdanum
• Vanilla Wood
• Siam Benzoin

Fragrance Profile

Amber · Boozy · Woody · Oriental