Aaliyah
“Aaliyah by Xyrena is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a powdery, fresh spicy composition with a leather undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Aaliyah by Xyrena is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Aaliyah was launched in 2015. Top notes are Lavender, Mint and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Leather, Violet and Black Pepper; base notes are Sandalwood, Vanilla, Jasmine and Amber. Fourteen years after the death of the young R&B singer, her family (Diane & Rashad Haughton) decided to launch Aaliyah perfume in cooperation with Xyrena. The fragrance should evoke the beauty, mystery and creativity that Aaliyah brought to everything she did. The perfume is unisex, leaning towards masculine, since Aaliyah preferred masculine fragrances and with regard to her sexy tomboyish style. Its liquid is a hue of black which was Aaliyah’s favorite color. The composition opens with fresh blend of mandarin, mint and lavender. The heart consists of violet, leather and black pepper, while the base notes include sandalwood, amber, vanilla and jasmine. It is available as 50 ml Extrait de Parfum for $64. 5% of all sales from this release will be donated to The Aaliyah Memorial Fund.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
A Signature Fragrance
Sandalwood
Sandalwood, sourced from the heartwood of trees native to India and Indonesia, carries a rich, creamy aroma that is both smooth and slightly sweet. Its scent is often described as warm and woody, with a powdery undertone that adds depth and complexity to any composition.
Vanilla
Vanilla is the scent of childhood memories and cozy nights by the fire. Derived from the cured pods of orchids native to Mexico, it has a rich sweetness that can range from creamy and milky in texture to deep and almost smoky. Its versatility makes it a staple in perfumery, capable of adapting its character to complement both light citrus notes and heavier woody accords.
Jasmine
Jasmine, with its rich, sweet scent that hints at honeyed nectar and delicate white flowers, originates from tropical and subtropical regions. Its fragrance is complex, ranging from fresh and green in the top notes to a deep, creamy heart that can be both powdery and slightly spicy.
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Leather Violet, Honeyed Iris
Aaliyah's violet and leather sit against a soft vanilla-amber base, and L'Eau d'Hiver's iris, heliotrope, and honey bring a powdery sweetness that leans lighter and more floral. Violet appears in both, so the leather's edge softens as the honeyed iris comes forward.
Spray Aaliyah on the wrists first for the leather-violet base, then layer L'Eau d'Hiver at the collar so the powdery iris and honey rise above it.
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Aaliyah + Walking On Via Fiori Oscuri
Great powdery + floral and woody base combination
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Aaliyah + Thrive In Red
Great powdery + amber and woody base combination
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