9 Niche Fragrance Brands To Know
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9 Niche Fragrance Brands To Know

Bored of your usual fragrances and want something a little more under-the-radar? Good news, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite in-the-know brands crafting unique, thoughtful scents – the kind most people won’t recognise…
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@LArtisanParfumeur | @JimBiners | @Jacques_Brun

L’Artisan Parfumeur

An insider favourite, this French house has been delighting fragrance connoisseurs since it was founded by Jean-François Laporte – a chemist with a keen nose – back in 1976. Tasked with creating a banana scent for a friend as a joke, he unexpectedly found his calling and L’Artisan Parfumeur was born.  

Our Pick: Tonka Blanc Eau de Parfum, AED 840 

The Vibe: Creamy, with a citrusy freshness. Dessert-like, without verging into cloying.  

Visit  24S.COM 

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Veronique Gabai

Inspired by the French Riviera, Véronique Gabai creates fragrances that capture the sophistication of the Mediterranean. With a focus on natural ingredients and sustainable craftsmanship, each scent is designed to transport you to sun-drenched landscapes and balmy evenings by the sea. 

Our Pick: Eau de la Nuit Booster Eau de Parfum, AED 1,050

The Vibe: Deep, musky and mysterious – perfect for layering or wearing solo. 

Visit HARRODS.COM

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Goldfield & Banks

Inspired by Australia’s striking landscapes, Goldfield & Banks crafts fragrances that capture sunlit coastlines, lush rainforests and vibrant botanicals. With native ingredients at heart, these scents are sophisticated, modern and fresh.

Our Pick: Silky Woods Perfume Concentrate, AED 1,001

The Vibe: Smoky Australian sandalwood meets warm vanilla and spicy saffron.

Visit OUNASS.AE

@HouseOfNoyaOfficial

House of Noya 

Founded on the principles of artistry and craftsmanship, House of Noya creates fragrances that are both evocative and transportive. With a focus on high-quality ingredients and layered compositions, each scent is designed to tell a unique story, unfolding beautifully as you wear it.

Our Pick: Winter Sun Eau de Parfum, AED 630 

The Vibe: A cosy embrace of warm amber and creamy vanilla, balanced with a crisp citrus glow. 

Visit BLOOMINGDALES.AE 

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Initio Parfums Privés 

Built on the belief that scent shapes mood, Initio fuses science and seduction to create bold, statement-making perfumes. Grounded in ancient olfactory wisdom and crafted with modern alchemy, each fragrance is powerful, alluring and unforgettable.

Our Pick: Oud for Greatness Extrait de Parfum, AED 1,620 

The Vibe: Intense oud layered with saffron, patchouli and musk – confident and mysterious.

Visit BLOOMINGDALES.AE 

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Idman 

Dubai-based Idman crafts long-lasting scents, using exquisite extracts from Grasse, France. Each fragrance is an expression of emotion – blurring the line between creation and chaos. Rooted in individuality, Idman’s unisex scents are made to be felt as much as they are worn. 

Our Pick: Muse Over All EDP II, AED 485 

The Vibe: Mystic freshness with a citrusy kick. 

Visit IDMAN.AE 

@Trudon

Trudon 

Historic French waxmaker Trudon is best known for its exquisite, scented candles. Founded on Rue Saint Honoré in 1643, the brand has spent centuries perfecting its craft, supplying to royalty and then, in 2017, turning its hand to fragrance. 

Our Pick: Absolu Eau de Parfum, AED 849

The Vibe: A rich, sun-drenched citrus with a powdery, woody warmth. 

Visit 24S.COM 

@MaisonCrivelli

Maison Crivelli 

French fragrance house Maison Crivelli takes a sensorial approach to perfumery, crafting unexpected scent combinations inspired by founder Thibaud Crivelli’s personal encounters with nature. Each fragrance is designed to be an experience – layered, textured and full of surprises. 

Our Pick: Hibiscus Mahajad Extrait de Parfum, AED 995 

The Vibe: Lush hibiscus wrapped in creamy vanilla and spiced woods. 

Visit OUNASS.AE 

@MarcAntoineBarrois

Marc-Antoine Barrois

A rising star in the world of niche perfumery, Marc-Antoine Barrois brings haute couture sensibilities to fragrance. Partnering with perfumer Quentin Bisch, the brand crafts bold yet refined scents that blend tradition with modernity.

Our Pick: Tilia Eau de Parfum, AED 1,160

The Vibe: A golden honeyed floral with warm vanilla and sun-drenched linden blossom – soft, luminous and addictive.

Visit PARISGALLERY.AE

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