We have long been accustomed to the fact that on store shelves you can find a huge selection of luxury perfumes from Yves Saint Laurent, and you, too, probably have such a bottle. But not everyone knows about the selective Oriental Collection line - these are also YSL perfumes, only more complex and expensive, “for the elite.” We have no doubt that you will appreciate it! We especially liked Supreme Bouquet - an incredibly feminine and sensual scent, suitable for both day and evening. In its heart is tuberose, which gives it a special sound, and auxiliary notes are pear, pink pepper, ylang-ylang, amber and musk. Mm!..

Price: RUB 13,000 (80 ml)

Sunshine by Amouage

Amouage fragrances are already a symbol of luxury, and they are certainly attractive. The new Sunshine combines creamy almond accords, tart notes of black currant and delicate flowers- jasmine, magnolia, osmanthus. With such a scent you can conquer not only a man, but the whole world - you will definitely feel very confident.

Price: RUB 30,800 (100 ml)

01 Molecule

Molecule has already become a legendary perfume - girls, if they haven’t bought the coveted bottle, then dream about it. This scent is very difficult to describe, because it is absolutely individual and reveals itself differently on each person. Perfumer Geza Schoen created a unique woody-musky flair - many believe that it simply drives men crazy and, most importantly, mixes harmoniously with the natural aroma of the skin. In short, the bottle is definitely worth the money.

Price: RUB 12,650 (100 ml)

Killing Me Slowly by Kilian

The perfume with the intriguing name “Killing Me Slowly” will appeal to fans of rich but soft, silky scents. This is a very sensual and intimate flair, which consists of notes of black currant, lychee, Bulgarian rose, iris and Madagascar vanilla. The aroma is complex, rich, but at the same time delicate... For romantic date fits just perfect!

Price: RUB 13,500 (100 ml)

Fleur Narcotique by Ex Nihilo

After reading the name of this fragrance, we were of course very intrigued! Fleur Narcotique (can be translated as “narcotic flower”) from the young Parisian brand Ex Nihilo will appeal to girls of a daring disposition - you still need to dare to do this! In fact, it is truly addictive - such an interesting and enchanting smell is contained in the bottle. Let's try to describe it in words: top notes are bergamot, lychee and peach, heart notes are jasmine, peony and orange blossom, and base notes are woody notes, oakmoss and musk. In a word, the composition is intricate and intriguing. Narcotic!

Price: RUB 23,000 (100 ml)

Jasmin Angelique by Atelier Cologne

Angelic Jasmine is a “green” scent that will suit both you and your boyfriend at the same time. And by the way, it is not at all like the sweet jasmine we are used to - the composition is much more complex and interesting. Egyptian jasmine is helped by notes of fig, galbanum, incense and white amber. It seems to us that eau de toilette Perfect as a main perfume for every day - it will be appropriate even in the morning at the office.

Price: RUB 12,600 (100 ml)

Oud Palao by Diptyque

Rich agar notes are all the rage right now! So the perfume brand Diptyque has released its variation on the theme of oud - the aroma of Oud Palao is simply incredible... Woody, with notes of Bulgarian rose, vanilla, tobacco and patchouli. And the best part is that, again, you can use it with your loved one!

Price: RUB 11,250 (100 ml)

Cannibale by Serge Lutens

Don't let the strange and slightly scary name of the fragrance scare you. The famous perfumer Serge Lutens is such an entertainer - he comes up with names for his masterpieces that you definitely want to try, if only for the sake of interest. In fact, Cannibale is a very rich woody oriental scent, which will appeal to lovers of the exotic and something unusual. Lutens himself hints that a woman wearing this perfume “wants to eat.” Agree, no one expects a more stunning effect from perfume!

Price: 7900 rub. (50 ml)

Amber and Roses by Mancera

A great option for the evening was released by the Mancera brand - if you love the scent of roses, then you will definitely like it. Of course, not everything is so simple. In addition to the amber and rose stated in the name of the perfume, you will hear notes of white musk, Indian jasmine and Sicilian lemon. Like all Mancera scents, this one is very rich, so don't overdo it before going out.

Exclusive and refined, it is quite rare and inaccessible to every user. To understand the features of niche perfumery, let's go back to the recent past.

Even in the last century, only powerful people with a high level of income could use perfume. However, as industrial production began to develop, goods became widely available, and perfumes became significantly cheaper. In the 60s of the 20th century, almost everyone could afford it, and by the 90s, marketing representatives put a lot of effort into advertising that would direct the buyer and push him to buy the products of this manufacturer.

There was a situation where supply exceeded demand, so perfumers were left to work for the consumer. In connection with these events, perfume manufacturing houses began to produce not just perfume, but a product that would fully satisfy people's wishes. The true creators, so to speak, went underground, and their products remained called niche perfumes.


Features of a niche product

Moscow stores offer selective perfumery in a wide range, and as we have already said, its main differences from consumer goods are its special aroma, the use of high-quality raw materials, the absence of promotions and offers, and places of sale that are atypical for this type of product.

The aroma is one of the main differences between niche perfumes. The main goal of a luxury or consumer product is to create an attractive package and appease the consumer, but the creators of selective brands do not even think about this. This type of perfume can have an incredibly beautiful appearance, and it can be not only attractive, but also repulsive.

Interesting!If you imagine notes that include damp tobacco, molasses and rubber, you won't even be able to imagine what you end up with.

Nevertheless, manufacturers of a selective class of products manage to create real masterpieces that are valued by consumers.

Reviews from people who have already used such products are very different, because the same composition for different people different. For example, in one group it will cause bewilderment and misunderstanding, in another - a neutral attitude, in a third - admiration.


Main Ingredients

Traditionally, manufacturers of conventional cosmetics strive to reduce the cost of the product, but real perfumers don’t even think about it.

Each ingredient involved in the production of perfume, like wine, has its own characteristics; the quality of the final result depends on the place of their collection and on the time frame. Thus, orange tree flowers, ideal for making perfume, are collected in Africa - Morocco. It is each element of raw material that determines the price of the future masterpiece. Some types of selective perfumes are sold in a certain limit due to the fact that certain components are unavailable.


Packaging materials

If you want more beauty in packaging design - rhinestones, shine and gloss, then luxury and mass market perfumes are the ideal option. After all, as we have already noted, the main task of such manufacturers is to appease the buyer with a beautiful wrapper.

Manufacturers of selective perfumes care about the internal contents rather than the outer shell. Often the packaging of a niche product is discreet and unattractive. appearance, although there are exceptions to this rule. For example, one of the brands is MARTINE MICALLEF sells goods as specified manual labor bottles, of course, such a product costs more than perfumes in simple packaging.


Production and sales volumes

A new fragrance, say Nina Ricci, is produced in huge quantities, sometimes up to 20,000 packs or more. The goods are delivered to specialized cosmetic stores and large hypermarkets.

As for selective products, the production volume is closely related to the number of components expected to be used. If the production uses raw materials that are available in limited quantities, then only a few bottles may be produced. Therefore, some types of perfumes attract queues of customers.

Sales locations

If you are interested in the possibility of purchasing a selective perfume and go to a hypermarket or a nearby store, then most likely we have to disappoint you. It is quite difficult to find niche perfume brands in a network of traditional stores, but by going to boutiques with selective products, you can easily find the desired option. What kind of sales outlets are these where it is possible to buy perfumes of this class? This is a kind of caste among all points of distribution of cosmetics.


Usually these stores don't have large quantity people, and you are unlikely to ever see queues in them. In addition, in such stores you will not find any promotions or lucrative offers. Although some stores make an exception and offer customers items from the bath collection of the same brand that was actually chosen as a gift. Typically, a personal, trusting relationship develops between the boutique owner and the client.

Advice!Don’t be afraid to go to such shops, because if you have a desire to “touch” the world of exquisite perfumes, this is the best opportunity.

Product price range

The cost is different, it depends directly on the raw materials and the rarity of the ingredients, while the price of mass market perfumes is determined by the costs of packaging and brand promotion. The price range of selective perfumery has significant fluctuations; sometimes you can find products costing less than 20 rubles for a volume of 20 ml, but this is not a lot of money, although for the same amount you can buy 50–100 ml of an advertised product. What to choose is up to you to decide.

If we consider the formation of the price of ordinary perfumes, we can note that the buyer pays about 60% of the total cost for advertising, namely for the fact that they took part in it famous stars and PR agency. About 30% of the cost is paid for product packaging, for the work of the creators, and only 10% of the cost depends on raw materials.


Is the game worth the candle?

Many buyers are concerned about the question of whether it makes sense to spend money on selective perfumes, or whether they can get by with the mass market class. In principle, they can be understood, because purchasing such perfumes is not a cheap pleasure. However, what to choose is something everyone decides for themselves. Another peculiarity is that the aromas of selective collections may not be to the taste and liking of every person. But some people love something special and do not recognize traditional, well-known smells, so they try to give preference to individual scents.

List of niche perfume brands

It is unrealistic to find these types of perfumes on the streets, in underground passages or in average stores. They are the best of their kind and designed for people who are not afraid of new discoveries! So here are some of the best brands and their scents:

  • Ombre Mercure, Terry de Gunzburg

The aroma is worth choosing for violet lovers, because this flower is felt in the top notes. Closing your eyes, you can imagine that you are in a certain garden strewn with violets different colors and sizes. Middle notes include iris, violet, rose, ylang-ylang and jasmine. The base notes of this perfume include sandalwood, vanilla, patchouli and benzoin.


Despite the tenderness and fragility of the violet flower, this aroma cannot be called light. It is suitable for purposeful women who know what they want from life. The luxury and durability of the scent create an unforgettable trail. Some men note that Ombre Mercure can be considered a unisex fragrance, since it reveals no worse on the male body.

  • This is Not a Pipe, Demeter

The name of the fragrance comes from the painting of the same name by the Belgian artist Rene Magritte, “This is not a pipe.” The canvas depicts a smoking pipe, and below is the contrasting inscription “This is not a pipe.” The image of an object is not yet an object. Same with perfumes. The main notes in them can be heard of wood and tobacco, but not everything is so simple. As it opens, the aroma brings fruity notes to the surface. Prunes are especially noticeable.


It is not without reason that this perfume belongs to the niche category, because true fans of tobacco scents will be able to appreciate it. It is recommended for women winter time, on men it reveals well all year round.

  • Vol d'Hirondelle, LM Parfums

The name of the perfume “Flight of the Swallow” has nothing to do with the filling of the bottle. This woody-fougere fragrance is considered unisex, since its components are suitable for both men and women.


The multifaceted composition consists of top notes of ripe citrus fruits, clearly audible mandarin, Paraguayan petitgrain, bergamot and rosewood. Heart notes reveal jasmine, orange and spices. The composition ends with musky notes and vetiver.

  • Dzhari, Phaedon

If oriental tales had a flavor, it would be Dzhari. It opens with notes of date, tonka bean, soil, red wine, sandalwood, white cedar and cashmeran. Unlike many other oriental scents, it is not too sweet and cloying. On the contrary, its sophistication is characterized by a slight tartness and spice. In cold weather, it can warm you with its warmth and comfort.


Created by the hands of perfumery visionaries, these fragrances will not leave true gourmets indifferent. The brands listed are the most well-known, and based on an analysis of the best products, recognized as market leaders.

Brands on the Ile de Beaute network

Ile de Beaute is a large chain of stores for people who want to look beautiful and feel great.

  • Escentric Molecules– on the Internet, this category of goods is the most affordable in price and pleasant in aroma. Today there are 8 fragrances in this line. The concept of this perfume brand is to give each perfume user a sense of individuality. The secret is that fragrances reveal differently on each person.

You can achieve unexpected results by applying several Escentric Molecules scents to your skin at the same time. By alternating combinations and dosages, you can wear a new train every day.

  • « Tom Ford"- these women's perfumes are second in terms of popularity, which they gained thanks to their 100% exclusive aroma. Their collection includes more than 60 different perfumes, the first of which was Black Orchid. Black Orchid, like the rest of the brand's scents, is a classic fragrance. It is based on woody notes, spicy aromas and incense.

  • Montale– the luxurious “sound” of aromas is designed to please every woman who is not afraid of new sensations. True connoisseurs of luxury should be interested in the fact that the founder of the brand, Pierre Montal, created several exclusive fragrances for the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia based on precious agarwood. Montale is always based on unique ingredients and very expensive materials, which makes each brand perfume truly exclusive.

Niche perfumery L'Etoile

The cosmetics of this store are known to many women, because on the shelves in L’Etoile you can find everything that a modern woman needs to take care of herself.

It turns out that the L’Etoile chain of stores also provides consumers with products from niche perfume brands. Unusual compositions, a non-trivial approach to “sound” - all this will delight any buyer who wants to create an individual image. Each fragrance from the presented bottles embodies the most beautiful natural elements. Every female wants to stand out from the crowd, and her scent can influence those around her. Therefore, we will pay special attention to niche brands.

  • Fragrances Jean Francois deserve special attention, because his line is a combination of indescribable notes and incredible emotions. The perfumer never focused on meeting the needs of the general public and was engaged in the production of unique compositions intended for a narrow circle of consumers.

  • Annick Gutal. Unusual combinations of ingredients and a favorable “sounding” of notes for all occasions – these are the features that distinguish this master’s perfume.

Italian brands

There is an opinion that Paris is the capital of fashion, but Italy is the country where the most beautiful brands were born. Here are some of them:

  • XERJOFF

Pay attention to the fragrance of this brand Casamorati 1888 Lira Xerjof. The recipe for this perfume has not changed since 1888. A woman who has a sensual trail of lavender and orange will not be left without male attention. The spicy side of the aroma is responsible for cinnamon, vanilla, musk and caramel. The combination of warm notes of spice and fresh citrus is truly delightful.


  • AQUA DI PARMA

In 2016, a new fragrance from this niche brand, Peonia Nobile, was released. It is worth choosing for peony lovers. The floral composition is supported by geranium, Turkish rose and white freesia, and notes of raspberry, black pepper, patchouli and musk are also heard. A light and elegant perfume with a hint of pepper.


The right perfume is the key to self-confidence and a good mood.

Long gone are the days when men considered the use of cosmetics and perfumes to be the privilege of women and were contemptuous of those members of their sex who took some time to care for themselves. A modern man sometimes devotes no less time to his appearance than women. Business and self-confident men understand that appearance and image are an important component of success, and smell plays an important role in a person’s image. Expensive and high-quality perfume is a sign of respectability and style no less than a good suit, an expensive watch or a good car.


But of course, now men's perfumes are not only the privilege of wealthy people. Any woman believes that a man should smell good and masculine. But what do you mean by a masculine smell? According to a survey conducted among several hundred women from different countries, of different social status, age and profession, women want their companions to smell like:

Expensive perfume, as this speaks of the high status of a man and the stability it can give.

Sea scents that awaken in a woman romantic dreams about brave conquerors of the seas - pirates, and maybe about her captain Green, who is on a ship under scarlet sails sooner or later will appear in the life of every woman.

Forest aromas that reveal a strong, strong, confident and noble man on whom you can always rely.

Tobacco, mostly expensive, since it is this smell that is associated with masculinity and brutality, giving a certain shade of mystery and severity.

Expensive alcohol - wine, brandy, whiskey, but certainly not vodka or beer, since the smells of expensive alcohol, as well as the smells of expensive perfume, indicate the high status of a man, and also create an aura of bohemianism and creativity.

Women also named the smells of leather, cleanliness, and even gasoline.

Perfumers, creating fragrances for men for a long time, take into account these wishes of women, including notes of tobacco, expensive alcoholic beverages, fresh citruses, woody and sea notes, leather and expensive spices in men's scents.

At the moment, the choice of fragrances for men is huge; the perfume industry offers various scents that can be divided into several main groups.

Woody men's fragrances

Mysterious and mystical, noble, masculine and attractive woody aromas can give their owner and those around them a feeling of reliability, strength, chosenness and superiority. Woody aromas - noble, powerful, elegant; main notes in men's woody perfumes: cedar, personifying power, authority and strength; noble and mysterious sandalwood; invigorating and energetic cypress; tart and fresh vetiver.

Niche perfumery offers a large selection of woody scents for men, for example, an elegant and masculine scent for those with a strong character and unyielding will - PhildeSoie from a niche brand L’ AtelierBoheme. This woody fragrance with hints of leather and spice features a noble trio of sandalwood, cedar and patchouli at the center of its composition, surrounded by notes of basil, clary sage and musk. Also included in the category of woody aromas are the aroma that permeates with the freshness of a cold forest. Arboretum from LePrinceJardinier; A classic yet very modern perfume Lippizan from ParfumsdeMarly; luxurious and noble Sandalo from LorenzoVilloresi etc.

Fougere aromas

These fragrances have a tart, austere, elegant and refined character. Despite the fact that the beginning of this category was laid by a women's fragrance FougereRoyale, fougere scents are classified as classic masculine scents, emphasizing good taste, decisiveness, and self-confidence of their owner. Examples of men's niche fragrances belonging to the fougere group could be a scent similar to fresh spring rain Derring- do from Ineke; soft and sensual, but at the same time very masculine scent FougereBengale from Parfumd’ Empire; fresh and tart aroma Yerbamate from LorenzoVilloresi; mysterious TerreDeSarment from Frapin; modern and sophisticated scent L’ EauduPrinceJardinier from LePrinceJardinier; classic fresh perfume LavenderNobile from Nobile 1942 and many others.

Oriental fragrances

These are real masterpieces: luxuriously combined combinations of expensive ingredients - resins, wood, spices, creating mystical and sensual scents that allow every man to feel like a sultan, sheikh or eastern padishah, the owner of a seraglio with beautiful concubines and odalisques. Oriental scents have recently penetrated into men's perfumery, for a long time considered classic representatives of perfumery for beautiful temptresses and seductresses, however, currently oriental notes, which necessarily include musk, amber, vanilla, benzoin resin, are firmly entrenched in men's perfumery. Luxurious creations from the Omani brand can be called standard oriental fragrances. Amouage, creating paired fragrances for strong and courageous men and their delightful companions, but other brands also have oriental fragrances for men in their collections: MartineMicallef offers a very sensual, complex and rich, yet infinitely elegant aroma AoudHomme; exquisite spicy aroma CaravelleEpiceefromFrapin; warming and sexy men's perfume DarleyfromParfumsdeMarly etc.

Citrus aromas

Citrus notes are often used in men's perfumery, as they have a fresh, invigorating, sporty and slightly tart character, conveying the energy and impetuosity of the men wearing them. These fragrances are intended for young active and purposeful men, as well as for lovers of travel and adventure. With a combination of freshness and solar energy citrus and bergamot, the nobility and severity of woody notes, the attractiveness of marine accents, a men's perfume is built BeauGosse, created by the brand Fragonard. Its name is "Handsome" suggests that it was created for men who love to attract attention. This also includes a perfume full of valor and nobility EaudeGloirefromParfumd’ Empire; energetic perfume AcquadiSiciliafromSantaMariaNovella; woody citrus aroma Cedre (NC) fromFragonard; a perfume that embodies independence and individuality concertofromFragonard; a scent filled with the spirit of adventure and adrenaline M.P.H. (MilesPerHour) fromWashingtonTremlett and many others.

It should also be noted that the first perfume intended exclusively for men, which gave its name to an entire category in men's perfumery - EaudeCologne- the famous Cologne water, was precisely a citrus aroma created back in the 17th century.

They are penetrating men's perfumes and fragrances that were previously considered predominantly feminine. For example, it is commonly believed that chypre fragrances are masculine, but this is a mistake. The very first chypre fragrances were created as women's fragrances, and now these notes, borrowed for a time for men's perfumery, are returning to perfumes for women. And vice versa - floral scents have always been considered feminine, since it is very difficult to imagine a man scenting rose, jasmine or iris. But nevertheless, floral scents also penetrate into men's perfumery, though only as an addition to woody or citrus chords. A classic example of the use of floral notes in a men's fragrance is an elegant perfume Chevalierd’ Orsay from the famous perfume house, famous for its classical traditions, D’ Orsay. In this fragrance, floral notes combine with citrus and woody-spicy components to create an unexpectedly sophisticated and masculine bouquet.

Niche perfumes are significantly different from those offered by mass marketing. Selective men's perfume is a combination of unexpected solutions with the work of the best perfumers, which is the hallmark of such fragrances. Many people are accustomed to the fact that in a store you can choose a luxury perfume for yourself, since almost everyone has their own favorite.

But not everyone is familiar with the selective line of perfumes, which is quite complex in its composition and expensive in price. Those who have used it at least once appreciated it. You can find the most suitable scent for yourself, because a lot of effort has been put into this.

Selective perfumes are not just fragrances that have become branded thanks to advertising with show business stars who are splashed on the covers of magazines. This can be called the art of creating fragrances, the philosophy of perfume notes that reveals itself on the human body. In another way, it can be called the creation of an individual product by perfumers with rich history, sensitive to the needs of modern people.

There are several main differences between this type of perfume and others:

  1. Unusuality. The composition contains unusual raw materials, the aroma of which surprises, makes you fall in love, shocks, it will definitely not leave anyone indifferent. Such notes are very rare - the smell of a new car and honey, wet tobacco and frosty wood.
  2. Naturalness. Luxury perfumes contain exclusively natural ingredients of high quality. This takes into account the place of growth and the year of harvest of the product used in the manufacture of the fragrance. For example, the inflorescence of an orange tree is purchased in North Africa, Morocco or Algeria, and the essence of the backwood tree is delivered from Indonesia. Selective men's perfume require devotion, if not fanaticism, from the manufacturer. The selection of raw materials can be compared to winemaking.
  3. Package. It has practically no difference from the bottles we are used to - it is a strict classic form. The label is often hand-signed and may be decorated with rhinestones, but each perfume has its own number, as well as a certificate. Some of the bottles are made of natural valuable wood, leather or crystal. These bottles are often collected.
  4. Sales point. Niche fragrances are not aimed at a large production flow. Often the volume is limited by the availability of raw materials, which are received per year. There is a perfume available for sale in a single copy. To purchase the scent you like, you have to sign up for a waiting list. They are ordered by those who are passionate about refined scents. It cannot be seen in regular stores. The domain of selective perfumery is small boutiques that create a halo for individual goods.
  5. Advertising. You won’t find it on the pages of magazines; its popularity rating is growing due to the selection of raw materials and the unusualness of the aromas. Each individual perfume has its own legend, the manufacturer represents for whom it was created. Ancient aromas are recreated exactly, following the recipe and technology.

Varieties of selective perfumes

Niche fragrances for men were created as an alternative to mega-brands or a commercial win-win craft and complexity. In this topic, tradition plays a big role especially in Italy, France and England.

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Male stylist-image maker

There is also Japanese cosmetics, which has a separate history. French perfumes are more refined, English ones are simple and distinct, Italian ones are unobtrusive, without any special frills.

Woody scents: Fil de Soie

This is a family of spicy and woody scents with top notes of sage and basil. It is characterized as a dreamy and lunar scent with notes of cedar, sandalwood and patchouli. The final note is aromatic suede.

This scent contains the richness of silk, a huge flow of forest freshness, with the added feeling of dizzying flight. Woody notes, spice interspersed with suede - this is a poem of elegance, sophistication, and, of course, masculinity. At the peak, an unusual composition stands out, which combines light anise shades intertwined with clary sage and basil. All together emphasizes strength masculine character, mystery and ease.

Arboretum by Le Prince Jardinier

This niche men's perfume epitomizes an autumn walk in the woods with rustling sounds. autumn leaves, the smell of bark, moss. The clean air of late autumn, with a little tartness, inspired the master to create such a masculine scent, permeated with the coolness of the forest with an admixture of thick notes of pine and oak moss.

These smells are combined with a big evening city and traffic jams, which adds romance, which is appreciated by the fairer sex. This perfume is the most attractive of all autumn options, ideal for creating a mood of romance and seduction after a hard day at work.

Important! The aroma emphasizes the firmness and determination in the character of the owner. The top notes are mandarin and the base notes are balsam fir.

Fougere fragrances: Fougere Bengale by Parfum d’ Empire

This fragrance emphasizes the sensuality and mystery of India, highlighting the fern accent, symbolizing dynamic speed, love and mortal combat. The composition begins with notes of classic lavender, which is reminiscent of ancient aromas of England. Gradually, a note of green tea emerges, transporting the owner to India, where the history of several nationalities mixes.

The aroma maintains the smell of the humid jungle, the diverse Bombay market. This is the brightest perfume with a strong spicy trail. The tobacco accord adds strength and courage, and ginger sweetness adds emancipation. At the end, vanilla notes and the smell of patchouli appear. The main notes of the perfume are ginger, Tonka bean, lavender, oak bark moss, tobacco and mint, patchouli and pepper.

L'Eau du Prince Jardinier

A distinctive feature of the masculine fragrance is its bright charismatic character, inner strength, emphasizing the strong core of the owner. Isabel Dowan is the author of this composition. A perfume with an elusive, but at the same time persistent masculine scent. Top notes of citrus are smoothly woven into them with woody notes.

A unique elegance is expressed, which can be caught in the mirror-like freshness of the forest in the early morning. A modern, sophisticated, impressively optimistic aroma can lift your spirits. Fans of this perfume are real conquerors who do not pay attention to the opinions of others. They tend to do extraordinary things - they are trendsetters that drive the force of progress.

Oriental fragrances: Martine Micallef

This is the best men's selective perfume, which belongs to the woody-spicy family. Perfectly complements the image of a confident and successful modern man. This composition is part of a luxurious composition created specifically for men in France. She emphasizes such features as charm and elegance.

Caravelle Epicee by Frapin

This oriental scent has long captivated us with its tart and exotic tint, which captivates us into an unknown or even magical world, which is glorified in various legends or fairy tales of the ancient civilization. This perfume is based on this leitmotif. The result is a fairly persistent, tart smell created for men.

It has absorbed the best prototypes of captivating spices, a sweetened aroma, stunning, subtly alluring, which simply tempts, it is simply impossible to resist. Shows the image of a temperamental man from the east, exciting the female imagination. The beauty and energy of such conquerors, skilled seducers, conquers the hearts of women, playing subtly on their heart strings. The aroma reveals notes of chili pepper, cumin, as well as subtle shades of guaiac wood with an overflow of patchouli. This is a real oriental scent!

Citrus scents: Eau de Gloire by Parfum d’Empire

The perfume contains the wild charm of the forests of Corsica, honed by the traditions of the perfumery of the emperors. This is the best selective perfume for men. The perfumer put into it: valor, nobility and glory strong half humanity.

It is suitable for strong and powerful men who always achieve their goals in their lives. Truly this is a magnificent royal aroma, which has become the embodiment of Napoleon's preferences and taste. The main composition of the composition includes: oak moss, lemon. You can also smell leather, tobacco, immortelle, licorice, anise, as well as tea, lavender, rosemary, bergamot and myrtle. This perfume will complement not only a daytime look, it will add charm and chic to an evening ensemble, ease.

The perfume is rare, emphasizing the individuality of the image, the originality of almost every person, as it is endowed with a universal sound. It brings adventure and exoticism, which is not always present in our lives. Expresses the free spirit of sophisticated Sicily, giving life bright colors.

Cost of perfumes

Although manufacturers of niche fragrances do not chase big sales, the price is for the most part high. This is explained by the composition of natural ingredients and a high level of quality. Each of the selective brands has only a few locations in the world. Therefore, you won’t be able to buy even luxury perfumes in a store. To purchase, please contact the online store.

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A short conclusion, as a conclusion from the author

The creators of luxury perfumes take cues from consumer needs and present on the shelves what people want to see. After all, their main goal is big sales. Selective perfumes are aromatic masterpieces that are created by professionals regardless of the wishes of the audience and fashion trends. You could say that this is art for art's sake.

Each individual bottle contains a flight of fancy from one of the geniuses. Even if there is no target for a specific audience, such products find their buyers. True connoisseurs of unusual perfumes, high-quality and incomparable aromas purchase niche products. In this way they can emphasize individuality, excellent taste and indicate that they belong to the circle of the elite.

Selective, or niche, perfumery is not about quality or low quality compared to designer perfumes. The differences are based on differences in marketing approach. What's wrong with luxury fashion? It is created with an eye on trends. Imagine, you liked the perfume, you bought it, and then with displeasure you hear this wonderful smell in stores, transport, from colleagues in the office and even from girlfriends. In short, you don’t like it and you decided to escape from designer perfumes into a niche, at least for a while. It has a limited edition, freedom of creativity of perfumers and originality.

This area of ​​perfumery is new to you, are you a little afraid of running into something too original and strange? So as not to hurt the money spent, here is a kind of road map from us - 7 fragrances with which you can start getting acquainted with selective perfumery. You should not take it as an instruction (one step to the left, a step to the right - and you are not worthy proud title perfume maniac). Try any unfamiliar compositions whenever you want and have the opportunity. This is just a navigator whose tips you can listen to. How did we select the scents? The conditions were like this. Each perfume vividly represents a style or direction. It can be bought in Russia, and its price is affordable (not 20,000 rubles). It has personality, but is not so extravagant that only super-creative, outrageous people can wear it.


1. Chergui by Serge Lutens. Conceptually

A smoky oriental fragrance for men and women, inspired by the desert. The Shergi Desert is not a place where lost travelers, scorched by the merciless sun, die of thirst. She's more of a romantic ballad. Night, alluring. The desert, the air of which you enjoy while sitting by the fire next to a rich Bedouin tent. Cozy, soothing, dark aroma: tobacco leaves, sweetness, echoes of smoke, spices, dry wood, berries and resins. But sometimes the smells of the daytime desert burst out of it - scorched grass and hot sand. To remind you of the main thing in the concept of perfume - freedom and strength of spirit.

Notes: tobacco leaf, honey, iris, sandalwood, amber, musk, incense, rose, hay.


2. Black Musk by Montale. Pure musk

It is impossible to ignore musky aromas, and this is pure musk, although formally the unisex composition is classified as oriental spicy. You have to be careful with musky perfumes: some can suffocate with their harshness, while others can be so erotic that they are too much. Black Musk avoids extremes; if you want to love musk, turn to this scent. He is bright, charismatic, daring and assertive, capable of imparting self-confidence and even some combativeness. A pronounced leather accord adds elegance to the perfume.

Notes: nutmeg, black pepper, leather, teak wood, sandalwood, patchouli, musk, amber.


2. Eau de Protection by Etat Libre d`Orange. Rose in a niche

A great option for exploring the niche for fans of scents with notes of rose. This floral oriental perfume (we are talking about the women's version) is dedicated to the actress Rossi de Palma. The olfractory portrait of the muse of designer Jean-Paul Gaultier and director Pedro Almodovar is painted with sweeping contrasting strokes, instead of paints there is a metallic and seemingly preserved rose (this unexpected effect is given by the presence of ginger in the composition), dark chocolate, black pepper, salty blood. A burgundy Spanish rose on the verge of a nervous breakdown, a girl with a dragon tattoo, fragile and delicate, but able to defend herself.

Top notes: bergamot, ginger, black pepper. Heart: jasmine, Bulgarian rose, geranium. Base notes: patchouli, incense, benzoin, cocoa.


4. Lumiere Noir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian. Niche chypre

A feminine floral chypre with an impeccably calibrated formula. Its owner is a perfect woman, she is admired no matter what century it is, the 19th or the 21st. You might even think that this is not a niche fragrance from the 2009 edition, but an exquisite vintage from the seventies. In the center of a deliberately old-fashioned chypre composition is a magnificent rose, exuding a honeyed aroma with slightly indolic undertones. Lumiere Noir will fit perfectly into classic look. But you can try wearing it with ripped jeans to play with contrast.

Notes: narcissus, rose, patchouli, cumin, chili pepper.


5. De Bachmakov from The Different Company. Fresh and about Russia

The unisex fragrance was released in 2010. Céline Ellena, then perfumer of The Different Company, dedicated the composition to designer Thierry de Bachmakoff. And Russia - the country with which the roots of the famous creator of perfume bottles are connected. There is no “cranberry” in this dry and thin woody glass, don’t be alarmed. The perfume is associated with spring in Siberia. When taiga herbs emerge from the ground that has not yet warmed up through the stale snow. A charming fresh scent with naturalistic notes. It’s interesting that the composition doesn’t include blackcurrant, but even if you kill me, you can hear it!

Top notes: coriander, fig, bergamot. Heart: shiso, nutmeg, freesia. Base notes: amber and white cedar.


6. Wonderoud Comme des Garcons. Soft oud

Oud may well be a contender for the title of perfume ingredient of the decade. But many do not like compositions with pronounced oud, calling them medical and harsh. Even the most prejudiced person will not find anything medical in Wonderoud Comme des Garcons. The oud in this dry, elegant, masterfully selected selective fragrance for men and women sounds soft, almost velvety. Sandalwood and pashminol add some creaminess to the composition. An excellent example of not only oud, but also woody niche perfumery in general.

Notes: oud, Texas cedar, Indonesian patchouli, sandalwood, Haitian vetiver, guaiac wood, pashminol.

7. Bergamote Soleil from Atelier Cologne. Exemplary cologne

If the word “cologne” does not in any way associate you with high perfumery, it’s time to reconsider your views - they are fundamentally wrong. “Sunny Bergamot” will be an excellent assistant in reassessing values. This new unisex citrus fougere (released in 2016) is an exemplary niche cologne: elegant, dry, with a well-balanced composition. And one more plus: citruses sound very naturalistic in it, without slipping into banality.

Top notes: Calabrian bergamot, ambrette, bitter orange. Heart: lavender, cardamom, Egyptian jasmine. Base notes: oakmoss, white amber, Tahitian vetiver.