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Byredo · Sold as unisex
Chembur
A sunlit alleyway in an old city where the air is filled with the scent of freshly baked bread and the distant hint of incense, blending into a warm, enveloping musk.
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ChemburLuxury · $250+
50%Similar accords, often for lessHayaati Al Maleky · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 11 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Chembur by Byredo launched in 2008 as an Oriental Spicy fragrance for both women and men. This scent opens with a bright citrus-aromatic accord that gives way to a warm, smoky base of amber and musk, creating a dynamic tension between freshness and depth. The composition is anchored by balsamic and woody notes that evoke a sense of grounding and comfort, making it as suitable for day as for evening.
Apply Chembur to pulse points for maximum warmth. The smoky base notes require some time to develop fully, so one or two sprays will be sufficient to create an enduring presence throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Chembur, Byredo
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Jérôme Epinette
The hand behind ByredoJérôme Epinette is a French perfumer born and raised in Burgundy who earned a Master's degree in Biochemistry before training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery.
Designer Byredo
More from the house · founded 2006 · Sweden
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With Byredo Bal d'Afrique Absolu
Adds woody, fruity and sweet; shares bergamot and musk.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 26%, disliked or hated by 22%.