DUBAI BAHAR

Dubai Bahar is the fragrance signed by The Spirit of Dubai, the niche collection by Nabeel Perfumes dedicated to the many facets of the emirate. A unisex Eau de Parfum in 50 ml, it belongs to the line's First Generation. Inspired by the depths of the sea, Bahar tells its nature from the very first spray: a marine-woody perfume that weaves the freshness of the sea breeze together with the warm depth typical of great Arabian fragrances.

The Fragrance

Bahar was born as a tribute to the sea and coast of Dubai: the waves breaking on white sand, the artificial islands dotting the horizon, the contrast between the blue of the water and the warmth of the desert behind it. It is a perfume designed to tell two souls at once — the bright, sparkling one of the sea's surface, and the deeper, almost amber one that emerges the further you go into the composition. An idea of balance, more than sharp contrast: water and earth, freshness and sensuality, in a single unisex fragrance designed to accompany the whole day.

How It Evolves on Skin

Bahar opens with a juicy citrus burst: lemon, bitter orange, lime and grapefruit intertwine with a watery, ozonic note that truly recalls the sea breeze, while coconut and pineapple add an almost indulgent tropical nuance. Plum, apple, blackcurrant, strawberry, raspberry, cherry and mandarin make up a mosaic of red fruit that keeps the opening lively and never predictable, supported by a green hint of clary sage and bergamot and a spicy touch of cardamom and ginger. As the minutes pass the fragrance grows softer and warmer: rose and jasmine emerge, together with saffron lending a precious, warm nuance, while cedarwood, cashmere wood and sandalwood begin to build a soft base on which vanilla pods, iris, fir, lotus flower and cyclamen settle, for an elegant, never overpowering floral-woody heart. In the base, Bahar reveals its warmest, most enveloping soul: amber, sandalwood, vanilla, musk and patchouli blend with precious woods, immortelle and oud, while vetiver lends the final woody trail that carries the fragrance for a long time.

Who We Recommend Dubai Bahar To

Bahar is the right fragrance for anyone who loves aquatic perfumes but often finds them too flat or one-dimensional: here the marine component coexists with an amber richness that adds depth and character. It's a versatile choice, suited both to those looking for a fresh daytime fragrance and to those who want something that holds up well in the evening too, especially in warm weather but not only then. Its unisex cut makes it suitable for anyone who loves elegant Arabian perfumes without giving up a modern, cosmopolitan soul.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

Bahar is one of those perfumes that pleasantly catch you off guard: on the first spray it seems like just another aquatic, but it only takes a few minutes to reveal a depth you wouldn't expect from such a fresh opening. We like how confidently it holds two such different souls together without letting them clash — it's not a shy fragrance, but it isn't loud either, and that balance is rare to find.

Similar Fragrances

• Pacific Rock Flower (Goldfield & Banks) — shares with Bahar its watery-floral soul, with citrus and sea salt on opening and a creamy woody base: a good alternative for those who love the marine register but prefer a gentler, less fruity accent.
• Masa (Kajal) — the same citrusy-spicy freshness on opening and a similar watery accord at heart, but with a warmer, more enveloping amber-woody base than Bahar.
• Fersen (Les Folies du Parfum) — shares with Bahar its marine notes and saffron, in a composition that is more mineral-saline than fruity, for those seeking an aquatic with a drier character.

FAQ

Is Bahar a marine fragrance?
Yes, Bahar is a marine woody, which the brand calls aquatic-woody: aquatic, marine and ozonic notes open the composition together with citrus, while cedarwood, sandalwood and precious woods build its woody side.

What is the difference between Bahar and Ajyal?
Both open with citrus, plum and marine notes. Bahar is a marine woody scent, with rose, jasmine and saffron in the heart and a base of amber, sandalwood, vanilla, oud and vetiver; Ajyal is a fruity floral, with pear, mint and rhubarb, a heart of cherry blossom, osmanthus and lavender and a base of cedarwood, vanilla and brown sugar.

Is Bahar fruity?
Yes, especially in the opening: plum, apple, pineapple, blackcurrant, strawberry, raspberry, cherry and coconut join the citrus notes, before a heart of rose, jasmine and saffron.

Product Information

Brand

The Spirit of Dubai

Name

Dubai Bahar

Concentration

Eau de Parfum

Size

50 ml

Olfactory family

Marine Woody

Launch year

2015

Made in

United Arab Emirates