Oriental Perfumes – Sensuality of resins, oud and rare spices
Oriental perfumes concentrate olfactive opulence: Arabian oud, Lao benzoin, saffron, cardamom, ambergris. An intense and persistent family, magnetic and sensual, central in contemporary niche perfumery for nearly two decades.
Oriental Perfumes: sensuality of resins, oud and rare spices
What is an oriental perfume?
The oriental family is one of the most marking of contemporary haute parfumerie. It brings together perfumes whose dominant accord is built around aromatic resins (benzoin, labdanum, opoponax), precious woods (oud, sandalwood), warm spices (cardamom, saffron, cinnamon) and ambery materials. Inherited from the ancient perfumery of the Orient and Maghreb, this family has been completely renewed by contemporary niche perfumery from the 2010s — Initio, Stéphane Humbert Lucas 777, Xerjoff Oud Stars.
Oriental perfumes shine particularly in autumn and winter, when the cool air enhances the depth of resins and ambery materials. Mostly unisex, the family suits assertive and characterful trails, ideal for evening wear and special occasions. The richness of materials and the intense longevity make oriental perfumes signatures of choice.
Oriental Perfumes at Soleil d'Or, Lille-based perfumery since 1953
At Soleil d'Or, an independent Lille-based perfumery founded in 1953, Apolline and Victorine Maes (fourth generation of the family) and their team welcome you to discover our entire oriental perfumes selection, with expert guidance and guided trials at 22 rue de la Clef in Lille (France).
Free shipping & in-store pickup
We offer free shipping over €60 in mainland France, and we ship across Europe and worldwide. Live in Lille or the metropolitan area? Free in-store pickup at 22 rue de la Clef is the fastest and most economical option. Full conditions on our shipping policy page.
Questions fréquentes sur les parfums Oriental Perfumes
What is an oriental perfume?
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An oriental perfume is built on an opulent accord of precious resins, rare spices and oud. The niche oriental perfumes at Soleil d'Or — Memo, Serge Lutens, Xerjoff — are the most intense, persistent and captivating in our entire catalogue.
Are oriental perfumes too strong for everyday use?
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Xerjoff and Memo offer lighter interpretations that work daily. Our personal olfactory test guides you to the oriental matched to your sensitivity.
What is the difference between an oriental and an amber perfume?
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Amber perfumes are the gentler, more enveloping version of the oriental — warm resins and balm — without the vivid spices or dramatic oud. You can think of amber as a softened oriental, perfect for first exploration of this olfactory direction.
What is the best oriental perfume for a first niche purchase?
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Start with a gentle, amber-led oriental rather than a pure oud. The creations of Xerjoff and Memo are excellent entry points. Our oriental discovery box selects 5 progressive samples matched to your profile.
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