by Alexandra Mansilla
Middle Eastern Perfume Brands to Know: A Blend Of Past And Future
21 Jun 2024
Niche or popular, honouring traditions or embracing the future (or blending both), minimalist or intricately detailed — Middle Eastern perfume brands are incredibly diverse. In this piece, we highlight five unique perfume brands from various parts of the region. But this is just the beginning: stay tuned, as we will be dedicating more articles to exploring the rich culture of fragrance.
Photo: Arcadia
Ghawali
Ghawali is a modern perfume brand that masterfully creates sophisticated fragrances, blending the rich cultural heritage of the region with modern appeal. Each brand's fragrance serves as a sensory bridge, connecting the rich traditions of the past with the innovative spirit of tomorrow.
Arcadia
Arcadia is a niche perfumery founded in the UAE by Amna Al Habtoor, making its debut in Dubai in 2017. Inspired by the concept of capturing nostalgia through scent, Amna created Arcadia to bring this vision to life. Be sure to follow them on Instagram — we are huge fans of their work!
Gissah
Gissah Perfumes, a fragrance brand from Kuwait, was launched in 2019 by Bashar Al-Ameer. The name "Gissah," meaning "story" or "tale" in Arabic, reflects the brand's philosophy that each fragrance narrates its own unique story. Gissah combines traditional Middle Eastern perfumery with a contemporary twist, using premium, globally sourced ingredients to craft diverse scent profiles.
Dar Hamad
Another warm greeting from Kuwait: Dar Hamad, a perfume brand established in 2017, offers a diverse range of perfumes, home fragrances, sprays, and bukhoor, all inspired by Kuwait's rich cultural heritage. Fans of the black colour will be delighted to know that the brand’s packaging is designed in this hue.
Swiss Arabian
First, a bit of history. Swiss Arabian started as an agent for the Swiss manufacturer Givaudan, distributing their perfumes in Yemen. This successful venture led to the expansion of their distribution throughout the entire GCC region. In honour of their partnership with Givaudan, the brand retained the name Swiss Arabian, symbolising the blend of Swiss expertise and Arabian heritage. Established in 1974, Swiss Arabian became the UAE's first perfume manufacturer.
All Swiss Arabian fragrances are built on duality, blending Western and Oriental craftsmanship and mixing cultures.
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