DUBAI SAMA

Sama is the fragrance signed by The Spirit of Dubai, the niche collection by Nabeel Perfumes created to tell the many facets of Dubai. A unisex Eau de Parfum in 50 ml, it belongs to the line's First Generation (Niche Collection), eight fragrances conceived as chapters of a single story about the city. Sama, whose name in Arabic evokes the sky itself, is the chapter dedicated to reaching upward and imagining new horizons.

The Fragrance

Inspired by Dubai's boundless sky, Sama tells of an ambition that always looks higher: an invitation to imagine new horizons, where the sky meets the sea. It is a fragrance that combines the light and energy of an ever-changing city with a warmer, more enveloping heart, designed for those who love complex oriental perfumes without giving up a bright, vibrant opening. It belongs to the line created by master perfumer Asghar Adam Ali, who signs every fragrance in The Spirit of Dubai.

How It Evolves on the Skin

Sama opens with a fruity, luminous burst: apricot and passion fruit intertwine with lemon, mandarin and bergamot, while cardamom, Indian black pepper and ginger bring a spicy, lively trail, accompanied by the green freshness of geranium, a touch of Turkish rose and an ozonic accord that gives the impression of open air. As the minutes pass, the fragrance warms up: osmanthus, iris, jasmine and ylang-ylang emerge, sweetened by cinnamon and caramel, with an almost salty touch reminiscent of sea breeze and the resins of fir balsam, frankincense and cypriol. The base is the deepest, most enveloping part: oud, Indian sandalwood and patchouli intertwine with leather, vanilla and labdanum, while ambergris and amber warm musk, tonka bean and incense in a dense, lingering trail that closes Sama's story.

Who We Recommend Sama For

Sama is the choice for those who love layered oriental perfumes without giving up a sunny, fruity opening. It's perfect for anyone already passionate about oud, amber and leather, looking for a fragrance capable of surprising over time, moving from a bright first impression to a dense, sensual base. A unisex fragrance suited to those who love to stand out, whether for a special evening or to carry, every day, a piece of Dubai's energy.

Fragrance Profile

Our Opinion

Sama struck us for the contrast between its opening, bright and almost playful, and its base, far denser and more enveloping than the bottle might suggest. This isn't a fragrance content to stay on a single register: it changes skin within about an hour, and it's precisely this transformation that makes it one of the most interesting proposals in the line.

Similar Fragrances

• Ambre Safrano by BDK Parfums shares Turkish rose, incense, leather and the sandalwood-vanilla base, in a version more focused on saffron.
• Decisamente Rosa by Bois 1920 shares ginger, iris and the vanilla-sandalwood base, but in a more fruity, floral guise, less woody.
• Catharsis by Coreterno shares rose, ylang-ylang, oud and leather, with a spicier heart of saffron and whisky.

FAQ

What does the name "Sama" mean?
"Sama" means "sky" in Arabic: the name directly evokes the concept of the entire fragrance, conceived as an invitation to look beyond the horizon and imagine new spaces, just like Dubai's boundless sky.

Who created the Sama fragrance?
Sama is part of The Spirit of Dubai line, entirely signed by Asghar Adam Ali, the master perfumer at Nabeel Perfumes who created every fragrance in the collection, from the First to the Second Generation.

Is Sama suitable for all seasons?
Yes: the fruity, spicy opening makes it enjoyable even in the warmer months, while the warm base of oud, amber and leather makes it just as compelling in autumn and winter, when oriental fragrances are at their best.

Product Information

Brand

The Spirit of Dubai

Name

Sama

Concentration

Eau de Parfum

Size

50 ml

Fragrance Family

Oriental, Floral

Made in

United Arab Emirates