ISTANBUL

Istanbul is Unique'e Luxury's gourmand citrus fragrance with a floral heart, launched in 2018. A unisex extrait de parfum conceived as a tribute to the city that gives it its name, where tradition meets modernity.

The Fragrance

Istanbul is built as an olfactory journey through the dialogue between East and West: a burst of energy that evokes the city's lively streets, its rich cultural tapestry and a sophisticated, slightly mysterious charm. The result is an unusual composition, able to move from fresh, citrusy openings to a warm, indulgent base, made for those who love fragrances that know how to surprise.

How It Evolves on Skin

The opening is vibrant and unexpected, with grapes and citruses intertwined with the aromatic freshness of coriander and a lemon tea note that lends an almost savory edge. The heart settles into neroli and jasmine, sweetened by a spicy accent of pink pepper and the green note of geranium. The base reveals Istanbul's most gourmand soul: toffee and vanilla merge with an enveloping woody musk, for a warm, creamy close of remarkable staying power.

Who We Recommend Istanbul To

Istanbul is for those who love gourmand fragrances with an out-of-the-ordinary character, capable of leaving a recognizable trail without feeling predictable. A versatile choice that works well both for evenings you want to be remembered and for the colder months, when its warm, vanilla-driven soul finds its ideal setting.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

Istanbul stands out for the boldness of its opening: it's not every day you find grapes and green vegetal notes walking hand in hand with such a gourmand base, yet the transition feels more natural than you'd expect. We like it for this unusual balance between freshness and sweetness, and for a longevity that keeps making itself known all day long.

Similar Fragrances

• Sahara Rose Absolute by Habibi New York: shares geranium, jasmine and pink pepper and musk in the base, in a more amber, resinous take with oud, saffron and incense.
• Cocktail Maracuja by New Notes: shares citrus in the opening, jasmine and pink pepper in the heart and vanilla in the base, in a fruitier, spicier guise with passion fruit, cinnamon and ginger.
• Atomic Rose by Initio Parfums Privés: shares pink pepper, jasmine and vanilla, in a more rosy, amber take with bergamot, Bulgarian rose and Turkish rose.

FAQ

Is Istanbul a sweet fragrance?
Yes, but gradually: it starts fresh with grape, citrus, coriander and lemon tea and turns gourmand in the base, where toffee and vanilla arrive over a woody musk.

What tea note is in Istanbul?
It is a lemon tea, in the opening alongside grape, coriander and citrus: it gives the start a bright, aromatic tone, before the heart of neroli, jasmine, pink pepper and geranium.

What is the difference between Istanbul and Izmir?
Both are dedicated to a Turkish city and open on citrus, but Istanbul turns gourmand, with neroli and jasmine in the heart and toffee and vanilla in the base. Izmir opens on pineapple, moves to iris, rose and clove and closes on tonka bean, sandalwood and patchouli.

Product Information

Brand

Unique'e Luxury

Name

Istanbul

Concentration

Extrait de Parfum

Size

100 ml

Olfactory family

Gourmand Citrus

Launch year

2018

Made in

Turkey