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Amouage · Sold as unisex
Saffron Hamra
A bustling city street where saffron and rose mingle with the faint trace of leather and tobacco, creating a sensory journey that feels both familiar and unexpected.
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Saffron HamraLuxury · $250+
55%Similar accords, often for lessAoud Safran · MontalePremium tier, $100–250 · shares saffron and rose8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2021 by Amouage, Saffron Hamra is a fragrance that embodies the brand's heritage of blending traditional Middle Eastern ingredients with modern perfumery. Created by Cécile Zarokian, this Oriental Floral scent opens with saffron and cade oil, which bring warmth and an aromatic complexity to the composition. The heart note of rose adds a touch of floral elegance, while the base notes of leather and tobacco lend a sophisticated, smoky depth that lingers on the skin.
Given its long-lasting quality and moderate sillage, Saffron Hamra is best applied sparingly. Allow it to develop on your skin over time for optimal effect. It pairs well with cooler weather but can also be worn year-round as an understated statement.
Fig. 01 — Saffron Hamra, Amouage
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Cécile Zarokian
The independent who redefined nicheCécile Zarokian is a Paris-based perfumer and CEO who founded her independent creative studio in 2011 after four years of training at Robertet, where she composed her debut fragrance, Epic Woman for Amouage, in 2009 — still a global bestseller.
Designer Amouage
More from the house · founded 1983 · United Kingdom
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 71%, disliked or hated by 10%.