CardamomOpens with
PatchouliHeart
Cashmere WoodDries down to
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Ajmal · Sold as unisex
Chapter 1
The cozy corner of a library where the scent of aged wood and soft spices envelop you as you settle into a new novel.
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Chapter 1Budget · under $40How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2025, Chapter 1 by Ajmal is a woody and warm-spicy fragrance created by perfumer Maxime Exler. The composition opens with cardamom and cypriol, creating an aromatic and spicy tension before settling into a rich base of patchouli, sandalwood, cashmere wood, amber, white musk, and tonka bean. This blend evokes the depth and complexity of Middle Eastern perfumery, where each note adds layers of warmth and sophistication.
Apply this fragrance in light layers — it blooms slowly, revealing its full warmth over time. The patchouli and amber base notes gradually unfurl after an hour, making it perfect for evening wear when its rich complexity can truly shine.
Fig. 01 — Chapter 1, Ajmal
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Maxime Exler
Maxime Exler, born in the South of France, was shaped by Mediterranean scents of sea winds and fig groves.
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Warmly received so far: loved by 47%, disliked or hated by 9%.