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Dubai is a fragrance steeped in grandeur—an olfactory tribute to a city that pulses with opulence, mystery, and a relentless sense of motion. Designed in the Arabian tradition yet refined with global sensibilities, Dubai is a fragrance that transcends borders and lingers like a memory.read more
At the core of this fragrance is an accord unlike any other: a deep, velvety purple note formed through a duet of black currant and a crafted grape accord. What makes this particular pairing extraordinary is how it meets iris with 20% irones, a prized and difficult-to-achieve powdery floral note that brings elegant contrast and texture. The interplay of fruity richness and dry iris powder creates a perfume moment that feels both luxurious and surreal.
Elevating this blend is a precious anchor: 1.5 grams of Chiang Mai Oud in each bottle. This oud is robust, dark, and resinous, with a naturally dense profile that grounds the entire composition. Harvested with care and aged for depth, this rare Thai oud provides the kind of resinous warmth and sacred gravity that Arabian perfumery is revered for.
The top of the fragrance opens with a bright, almost sparkling touch. Japanese Yuzu lends a sharp, citrus clarity—invigorating and crisp—while honeysuckle rounds out the opening with a nectar-like sweetness that softens the edge. Black currant and pineapple myrtle bring in a green-fruity layer that’s tart and juicy, while grapefruit adds a touch of zing. Finally a hint of white ambergris, subtly salty and oceanic, giving the top notes lift and brilliance.
The heart of Dubai is where the story turns intimate. Iris (20% irones) reveals its powdery, noble nature, woven with a rare Nightbloom Jasmine from the vaults of Sultan Qaboos. Port Oxford cedar adds a woody sharpness to the middle notes, cutting through with poise. Then, the fragrance blooms with a grape accord, carefully constructed to support the purple note from earlier. A Gypsy Rose accord, with its untamed, romantic essence, ties the iris and grape together with warmth and a slightly vintage edge.
As it dries down, the base is rich, sensuous, and enduring. Chiang Mai Oud takes center stage—never overpowering, but always present. It is paired with Red Meat Sandalwood, giving the base a creamy, dense character with a touch of spice. Cedar Atlas offers structure, its dry woodiness adding balance and support to the smoother notes. Rounding it all out is an amber accord, warm and enveloping, that holds the entire fragrance together.
What makes Dubai stand apart is its ability to transport. With just one spray, you are pulled into a multi-sensory experience: purple shadows stretch across golden deserts, the scent of ripe fruit wafts from hidden courtyards, rare woods smolder in incense burners as silk slips through your fingers. It is a scent of contrasts—bright yet dusky, sweet but dry, ancient and modern just like its namesake. And with its rare materials—from the meticulous iris to the regal jasmine, from the playful grape to the anchoring Chiang Mai oud—it's set to blow you away!
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Japanese Yuzu, Honeysuckle, Black Currant, Pineapple Myrtle, Grapefruit, White Ambergris
Iris 20% Irones, Nightbloom Jasmine SQ, Port Oxford Cedar, Grape Accord, Gypsy Rose Accord
Chang Mai Oud, Red Meat Sandalwood, Cedar Atlas, Amber Accord
Grape Accord
Iris 20% Irones
Black Currant
Amber Accord
Nightblooming Jasmine SQ
Chiang Mai Oud
Red Meat Sandalwood
The creation of Dubai began with a global journey to acquire rare and extraordinary materials. A highlight of the formula is the Chang Mai Oud, sourced from wild Aquilaria trees in the highlands of northern Thailand and aged since 2018 to develop its robust, resinous complexity. In parallel, a uniquely calibrated Iris butter with 20% irones was secured — a rarity in modern perfumery due to its cost and difficulty to stabilize. Complementing these pillars, premium black currant, grape accord, and precious florals such as Nightbloom Jasmine from the gardens of Sultan Qaboos, and Gypsy Rose were selected to craft the deep purple heart of the fragrance. Each raw material was chosen not only for its olfactory richness but also for its cultural and emotional resonance within the Arabian perfume tradition.
With materials in hand, the heart of the work began. I blended the purple accord — combining black currant, grape, and Iris 20% irones — to create a signature note that evokes the color violet in scent form: lush, deep, and slightly sparkling. This was layered with honeysuckle, yuzu, pineapple myrtle, and grapefruit to create an uplifting yet exotic opening. The heart was structured to evoke warmth and royalty, with wood notes from Port Oxford Cedar, ethereal jasmine, and floral nuances from the Gypsy Rose Accord. Finally, base notes were anchored in 1.5 grams of Chang Mai Oud per bottle, paired with red meat Mysore sandalwood, cedar atlas, and a rich amber accord to ensure longevity, complexity, and a warm Arabian soul.
Once blended, the fragrance concentrate was rested for several weeks in temperature-controlled conditions to allow the notes to merge, harmonize, and deepen. This maturation process is critical for high-end natural perfumes, allowing volatile top notes to settle and dense base notes to round out. After resting, the perfume was filtered, diluted in fine perfumer’s alcohol, and hand-bottled. Each bottle is quality checked and individually packaged.
Night Blooming Jasmine, also known as Cestrum nocturnum, exudes a scent that is both intoxicating and unforgettable. Its fragrance blooms after sunset, releasing a rich, narcotic white floral aroma that fills the air with an almost velvety intensity. Unlike traditional jasmine, this version carries a slightly indolic edge—sweet, creamy, and heady—with hints of honey, tropical fruit, and subtle green undertones. The scent is enveloping and sensual.
The grape accord captures the juicy, sweet, and slightly tart essence of fresh grapes—but with an elevated, artistic twist. It leans into the aroma of Concord or muscat grapes, delivering a bold burst of fruitiness with a purple, almost candy-like vibrance. This accord can be both playful and sensual, offering a mix of jammy richness, faint floral undertones, and a touch of fermented sparkle, like crushed skins and ripened juice. When paired with deeper notes like black currant or iris, the grape accord becomes more sophisticated.
Pineapple Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora var. 'Pineapple') is a rare cultivar of the Lemon Myrtle tree native to Australia, and it naturally exudes a tropical aroma that smells remarkably like fresh pineapple with a twist of sweet citrus and subtle herbs. Unlike synthetic pineapple notes, this botanical provides an all-natural fruity brightness.
Red Meat Sandalwood is a rare and aged form of sandalwood heartwood, often found in older trees where the core has developed a deep reddish-brown hue and a denser, oil-rich texture—hence the nickname "red meat." This heartwood yields an exceptionally creamy, smoky, and robust sandalwood oil with more depth and richness than typical white or yellow sandalwood. Highly prized in artisanal perfumery and traditional incense, it's often considered the "steak" of sandalwood for its complexity and longevity on the skin.
