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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.

A forest of sequoia and sacred frankincense. Opus XVI Timber by Amouage is an elegant woody composition of cypress, juniper, cardamom, lavandin, fir balsam, frankincense and a creamy palo santo and sandalwood base. Created by perfumer Alexis Grugeon and launched in 2025 as part of the Library Collection.

The Story

Inspired by the giant sequoias of California and the frankincense trees of Oman, Timber explores strength, wisdom and nature. The Library Collection takes its cue from libraries and the knowledge they hold, and "Opus" is the Latin word for a writer's or perfumer's work.

How It Smells

Opening
Cypress, juniper, cardamom, pink pepper and cocoa: fresh, spicy, aromatic and subtly textured.

Heart
Lavandin, fir balsam and Hojari frankincense bring a green, resinous brightness with a sacred, smoky depth.

Dry Down
Palo santo, sandalwood, cedarwood, patchouli and bourbon vanilla create a creamy woody base that feels polished and luxurious. The overall effect is woody, aromatic, resinous, smooth and quietly powerful.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Cypress
• Cardamom
• Juniper
• Pink Pepper
• Cocoa

Heart

• Lavandin
• Fir Balsam
• Hojari Frankincense

Base

• Palo Santo
• Bourbon Vanilla
• Sandalwood
• Cedarwood
• Patchouli

Fragrance Profile

Woody · Resinous · Aromatic · Spicy

Clean luxury in motion: sparkling citrus, soft florals and a smooth, musky-woody hush. Vibrato is a luminous, polished Eau de Parfum from Sospiro, composed by perfumer Christian Provenzano. It captures the harmony between sparkling freshness and smooth, musky depth, opening with vibrant citrus and delicate florals before an aromatic heart and a clean woody-musky base. Sophisticated yet highly wearable, it is a luxurious freshness that feels elevated rather than simple.

The Story

Sospiro draws on classical music, and Vibrato is described as capturing the energy and movement of a musical vibrato. It is an aromatic, citrus-and-spice composition with soft woods, created by Christian Provenzano.

How It Smells

Opening
A burst of juicy grapefruit and bergamot, bright and slightly tart, with jasmine and magnolia already smoothing the edges.

Heart
Ginger adds a sparkling, almost fizzy warmth, alongside herbal and powdery touches that round the freshness into something elegant.

Dry Down
The scent dries down clean, musky and slightly woody. Cedar, amber and patchouli, with orris and musk, give structure while keeping it airy and refined.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Jasmine
• Bergamot
• Grapefruit
• Magnolia

Heart

• Herbal Notes
• Ginger
• Powdery Notes

Base

• Cedarwood
• Amber
• Musk
• Patchouli
• Orris

Fragrance Profile

Citrus · Fresh · Musky · Aromatic · Powdery

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

Clean luxury, cut with rosemary and orris. Reflection Man by Amouage is one of the best-loved masculine fragrances in niche perfumery. Released in 2007 and created by perfumer Lucas Sieuzac, it blends fresh herbs and spice, a creamy floral heart, and polished woods with soft musk. Often called "the king of clean luxury", it is elegant and endlessly wearable.

The Story

Reflection Man comes from Amouage, the house founded in Oman in 1983 that marries traditional Middle Eastern ingredients with Western perfumery technique. Its original press material described it as a sophisticated, fresh and spicy fragrance conjuring high summer by the sea, with spicy freshness balanced by warm, rounded woods and resins; the bottle takes its form from the Khanjar, Oman's traditional dagger.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright rosemary, red pepper berries and bitter orange leaves (petitgrain) are fresh, aromatic and crisp.

Heart
A creamy floral heart of neroli, orris, jasmine and ylang-ylang gives a smooth barbershop-meets-luxury effect.

Dry Down
Sandalwood, cedarwood, patchouli and vetiver create polished woody depth with soft musk, clean, creamy and elegant.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Rosemary
• Red Pepper Berries
• Bitter Orange Leaves

Heart

• Neroli
• Orris
• Jasmine
• Ylang-Ylang

Base

• Vetiver
• Patchouli
• Sandalwood
• Cedarwood

Fragrance Profile

Floral · Fresh · Woody · Spicy · Musky

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

Sunlit Australian coastline, salt on the breeze. Pacific Rock Flower by Goldfield & Banks is a fresh, captivating floral-aquatic-woody perfume in which native white florals meet sea air, softened by creamy woods and the warmth of golden sand. Serene and free-spirited.

The Story

An olfactory interpretation of the white coastal tea tree flower, which thrives along Australia's eastern shores, from Sydney to Tasmania, flourishing in salt spray and sunshine. It evokes barefoot walks on coastal headlands, waves crashing below and wildflowers swaying above. Created under creative director Dimitri Weber with perfumer Emilie Bouge, it is a seasonal favourite from Goldfield & Banks.

How It Smells

Opening
Bright and uplifting: the clarity and freshness of wild coastal tea tree essential oil with a sea salt accord.

Heart
Luminous tuberose, coral flower and creamy cocowax.

Dry Down
A base of patchouli from Indonesia and Australian sandalwood adds warmth and depth.

Fragrance Notes

• Australian Coastal Tea Tree
• Coral Flower
• Cocowax
• Tuberose
• Indonesian Patchouli
• Australian Sandalwood
• Sea Salt Accord

Fragrance Profile

Floral · Aquatic · Woody · Fresh

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

The ultra-luxury Exceptional Extrait of an Amouage icon. Reflection 45 Man is a creamy, powdery, woody-spicy extrait of exceptional richness: lavender, juniper and cardamom open onto iris, jasmine and neroli, and settle into deep woods and resins. Widely regarded as one of the finest masculine niche fragrances.

The Story

Released in 2021 and created by Lucas Sieuzac, Reflection 45 Man is the extrait version of the iconic Reflection Man, and carries about 45% perfume oil, the highest concentration in the Amouage line, making it richer, smoother and more complex than the original. It was matured for 10 weeks after 6 weeks of maceration and made in Oman (Batch 1).

How It Smells

Opening
Lavender, juniper berry, cardamom, clary sage, benzoin and pink pepper: fresh, spicy, aromatic and immediately upscale.

Heart
A creamy, luxurious blend of iris, jasmine, neroli, angelica, tonka bean and vanilla, giving soft floral richness and texture.

Dry Down
Frankincense, myrrh, sandalwood, cedarwood, patchouli and vetiver create deep, woody-resinous warmth. The overall effect is creamy, powdery, woody, spicy, elegant and incredibly luxurious.

Fragrance Notes

Top

• Benzoin
• Pink Peppercorn
• Clary Sage
• Lavender
• Cardamom
• Juniper Berry

Heart

• Neroli
• Orris
• Jasmine
• Angelica
• Tonka Bean
• Vanilla

Base

• Vetiver
• Patchouli
• Sandalwood
• Cedarwood
• Myrrh
• Frankincense
• Opoponax

Fragrance Profile

Aromatic · Woody · Floral · Spicy · Powdery

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

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