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Memoirs Of A Perfume Collector · Sold as unisex
Chai Desert
The cozy comfort of curling up with a steaming cup of chai on a chilly evening, where the air is filled with the warm embrace of spices and vanilla.
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Launched in 2024, Chai Desert by Memoirs Of A Perfume Collector is a rich blend of warm spices and sweet notes, crafted by perfumer Shadi Samra. The fragrance opens with the inviting aroma of chai, blending cinnamon and cardamom with fruity undertones that add a layer of complexity. As it settles, the composition reveals deeper notes of coffee and vanilla, balanced by the earthy warmth of patchouli and oud, and a subtle metallic edge that adds depth.
Apply Chai Desert to pulse points for an intimate warmth that builds over time. The spicy opening notes are bright but fleeting, giving way to the deeper, more enduring base notes of coffee and vanilla. This fragrance reads best close to skin rather than filling a room.
Fig. 01 — Chai Desert, Memoirs Of A Perfume Collector
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Shadi Samra
Scentsation's hidden gemShadi Samra is a perfumer who has contributed to several notable compositions in the contemporary fragrance market, working particularly with niche and luxury houses that value artistic integrity.
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