Areej
“Areej by Fragrance Du Bois is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a woody, caramel composition with a vanilla undertone. Voted best for winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2020 by Fragrance Du Bois, Areej is a captivating Oriental Woody fragrance created by perfumer Shadi Samra. The composition opens with the bright zest of bergamot and rose, which quickly gives way to caramel's sweet warmth. This contrast creates an engaging tension that evolves into a heart of violet and woody notes, leading to a base of cashmere wood, vanilla, guaiac wood, and Indian oud. These elements blend seamlessly to create a scent that is both comforting and complex.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Areej is best applied in layers — start with one spray to let the top notes settle before adding another. The sweet caramel and vanilla are prominent initially but give way to the deeper woody base over time. This fragrance reads better close to skin rather than across a room, so focus on pulse points for the full experience.
Shadi Samra
Founding perfumer · 19 fragrances
Shadi Samra has nearly two decades of experience in fragrance, including as regional manager at Arabian Oud and as scent expert for Fragrance Du Bois, specializing in oud and oriental fragrances that bridge Middle Eastern perfumery with contemporary style. He serves on the Fragrance Foundation Arabia board and has judged the Fragrance Oscars for eight years.
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The story behind the bottle.
The cozy embrace of a well-worn cashmere sweater, infused with the subtle richness of vanilla and caramel.
Fig. 01 — Areej, Fragrance Du Bois
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