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Parfums d'Elmar · Sold as unisex
Zaya
The cozy comfort of an autumn evening spent sipping cognac and reading by the fire.
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ZayaHow it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2022 by Parfums d'Elmar, Zaya is a Woody Aromatic fragrance created by perfumer Christian Carbonnel. This composition opens with the rich warmth of cognac and honey, balanced by the freshness of bergamot and apple. As it evolves, nutmeg and cinnamon introduce a warm spiciness that contrasts beautifully with the sweet praline notes. The heart settles into a woody base with oak and sandalwood, while tonka bean and siam benzoin add depth and warmth. Zaya is neither overly sweet nor spicy, striking a harmonious balance between its various accords.
Apply Zaya in thin layers to allow each layer to build up over time, revealing its full complexity. The spicy notes are most prominent initially but give way to a warm and comforting base that lasts throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Zaya, Parfums d'Elmar
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Christian Carbonnel
An heir to High Perfumery, a leading Spanish perfumery company, and heir to one of Spain's most prestigious perfumery families.
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