ISTANBUL

Istanbul is Unique'e Luxury's citrus floral gourmand fragrance, launched in 2018 and signed by two perfumers, Sylvain Cara and Jorge Lee. 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 meeting of 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 almost unexpected, with grapes and citruses (lemon among them) intertwined with the green bite of parsley and a tea note that lends an almost savory edge. The heart settles into neroli and jasmine, sweetened by a spicy touch of pink pepper and the green freshness 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 NY: shares geranium, jasmine and pink pepper in the heart and woody notes in the base, in a more oriental, resinous take with oud, saffron and incense.
• Cocktail Maracuja by New Notes: shares lemon 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 Privès: shares pink pepper in the opening, jasmine in the heart and vanilla in the base, in a more rosy, amber take with bergamot, Bulgarian rose and Turkish rose.

FAQ

Why is this fragrance called "Istanbul"?
The name is a direct tribute to the city, conceived by the brand as a meeting point between tradition and modernity, East and West: an inspiration reflected in the contrast between the fragrance's lively opening and its warm, enveloping base.

Is Istanbul suitable for both men and women?
Yes, it's designed as a unisex extrait de parfum: its citrus-gourmand structure with a vanilla, woody base works well for anyone looking for a fragrance with character, without strong gender connotations.

Why does Istanbul include unusual notes like grape and parsley?
It's exactly this pairing that makes the fragrance recognizable: grape brings juicy fruitiness, while the green bite of parsley anchors it to an almost vegetal freshness, in contrast with the sweet, gourmand base that arrives later on.

Product Information

Brand

Unique'e Luxury

Name

Istanbul

Concentration

Extrait de Parfum

Size

100 ml

Fragrance family

Citrus Floral Gourmand

Launch year

2018

Made in

Turkey