12 Luxe Fragrances Actually Worth The Money
Best For Skin-Like Scent
Kurky Eau De Parfum, AED 890 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Key Notes: Pink pepper, frankincense, wood
Kurkdjian’s 'Kurky' is a playful skin scent that mixes juicy peach and raspberry with creamy vanilla and soft white musk. Light, fruity and quietly nostalgic, it sits close to the skin. You’ll want to wear it on repeat.
Available at OUNASS.AE
Best For: Something Timeless & Understated
Monsieur Eau De Parfum, AED 685 | Bienaimé
Key Notes: Citrus, leather, woods
The revival of historic French house Bienaimé has quietly captured the attention of serious fragrance fans – think polished bottles, timeless formulas and a hint of Art Deco glamour. We discovered this one in Liberty’s iconic fragrance hall and have been hooked ever since. ‘Monsieur’ blends crisp citrus notes with supple leather and warm woods, making it a versatile, refined choice. If you love quiet luxury and want a signature scent that doesn’t feel overexposed, make this your next buy.
Available at NOSEPARIS.COM
Best For: Serious Fragrance Connoisseurs
Venenum Eau De Parfum, AED 1,100 | L’Artisan Parfumeur x Daphné Bugey
Key Notes: Sandalwood, saffron, musk
L’Artisan Parfumeur has been pushing creative boundaries since the 1970s, earning cult status among fragrance insiders. In fact, the brand’s most cult scent ‘Abayse’ is already an SL team favourite. ‘Venenum’, meanwhile, is a sultry, lesser known pick that mixes creamy sandalwood with spiced saffron and soft musk – the sort of scent that gets everyone’s attention when you walk into a room. Perfect for anyone looking to branch out from the mainstream crowd-pleasers.
Available at OUNASS.AE
Best For: The Fashion Girls
Ombre Nomade, AED 1,770 | Louis Vuitton
Key Notes: Oud Assam, rose, Incense, raspberry, benzoin
A favourite among in-the-know tastemakers, ‘Ombre Nomade’ is Louis Vuitton’s tribute to Middle Eastern perfumery. Anchored in rare oud assam sourced exclusively for the house, it’s elevated by smoky incense, velvety rose and a hint of tart raspberry. Deep, bold and chic, it’s the kind of scent that leaves a lasting impression long after you’ve left the room.
Available at LOUISVUITTON.COM
Best For: A Minimalist Upgrade
Valaya Exclusif, AED 1,615 | Parfums De Marly
Key Notes: Ambroxan, green jasmine bud, herbs
A bold evolution of its cult-classic formula, this new fragrance stands at a 30% concentration, elevating the signature mineral warmth of ambroxan to addictive new heights. It’s layered with fresh, green jasmine bud and has a dry, herbal edge for a subtle but long-lasting finish.
Available at PARFUMS-DE-MARLY.COM
Best For: The Cool Girl
Hibiscus Mahajád Extrait De Parfum, AED 1,710 | Maison Crivelli
Key Notes: Rose Damascena, vanilla, leather, spearmint, blackcurrant, ambrette seeds, cinnamon
Unexpected yet addictive, Hibiscus Mahajád is Maison Crivelli’s take on contrast done right. A juicy swirl of blackcurrant and spearmint cuts through the floral warmth of Damascena rose, while ambrette, leather and vanilla add depth and sensuality. It’s bold, modern and a little rebellious –just like the cool girls who wear it.
Available at OUNASS.AE
Best For: A Mellow Daytime Scent
Alto Astral Eau De Parfum, AED 1,115 | Byredo
Key Notes: Coconut, jasmine petals, incense, salted amber
‘Alto Astral’ is Byredo’s radiant ode to Brazil – think samba at dusk, sea breeze on skin and golden light on sun-warmed streets. The fragrance opens with creamy coconut and sparkling aldehydes, softened by floral incense and milky musk, before melting into a base of sandalwood and salted amber. Soft, luminous and quietly joyful, it’s the kind of scent that feels like sunshine.
Available at BLOOMINGDALES.AE
Best For: A Herby Hit
Outlands, AED 1,750 | Amouage
Key Notes: Cardamom, Sichuan pepper, patchouli, oud
‘Outlands’ captures Amouage’s signature sophistication with a fresh, green twist. Spiced cardamom and Sichuan pepper bring a burst of brightness, while earthy patchouli and smoky oud create a warm, grounding base. Herbaceous and refined, it’s the kind of scent that feels both distinctive and effortlessly put together.
Available at AMOUAGE.COM
Best For: A Coastal Feel
Lunamaris, AED 1,316 | Diptyque
Key Notes: Marine accord, citrus, florals
Diptyque’s reputation for chic, wearable fragrance precedes it, and ‘Lunamaris’ – part of the brand’s exclusive fragrance collection – is no exception. A sparkling blend of citrus, marine notes and airy florals, it captures the feeling of a morning swim in the Med. Fresh yet quietly distinctive.
Available at OUNASS.AE
Best For: Prolonging That Holiday Feeling
Dioriviera, AED 1,295 | Dior
Key Notes: Fig, rose, musk
As part of Dior’s La Collection Privée, ‘Dioriviera’ is the olfactory definition of a jet-set summer. Juicy fig and airy rose are grounded by soft musk for a breezy, sunlit finish. It’s the one to pack for late-summer/early-autumn Côte d’Azur escapes – or to wear when you’re manifesting one.
Available at SHOP-BEAUTY.DIOR.AE
Best For: A Chic Evening Out
Rock The Myrrh, AED 1,370 | Dries Van Noten
Key Notes: Myrrh, vanilla, amber
The Belgian designer’s fragrance line has quickly become a fashion-insider favourite, marrying bold notes with beautifully designed bottles. ‘Rock The Myrrh’ tempers smoky resin with creamy vanilla and amber, creating a scent that feels as striking as one of Dris’s prints. Wear it when you want to feel confident.
Available at BLOOMINGDALES.AE
Best For: A Long-Lasting Impression
Promise, AED 1,545 | Frédéric Malle x Dominique Ropion
Key Notes: Rose, apple, patchouli
Frédéric Malle’s Editions de Parfums line is revered for its roster of master perfumers and uncompromising formulas. ‘Promise’ is a statement maker: notes of lush rose and juicy apple are wrapped in earthy patchouli, creating a scent that’s both romantic and powerful. When you want people to remember you, wear this.
Available at OUNASS.AE
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