Blood OrangeOpens with
Dried FruitsHeart
AmberDries down to
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Stora Skuggan · Sold as unisex
Azalai
The intimate atmosphere of a dimly lit room where the scent of incense mingles with warm spices and dried fruits, creating an enveloping cocoon.
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AzalaiHow it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Azalai by Stora Skuggan, launched in 2022 and crafted by perfumer Olle Hemmendorff, is a complex composition that balances citrus brightness with warm spiciness and smoky depth. The fragrance opens with blood orange and mint, providing a fresh and invigorating start before transitioning to the heart notes of dried fruits and saffron. These elements create an intriguing tension between sweetness and warmth. As it settles, Azalai reveals its woody and amber base, which is further enriched by incense and Velvione, adding layers of smokiness and metallic undertones.
Azalai's smoky base notes take time to bloom fully. Apply it in thin layers for a more nuanced experience, allowing each layer to develop over time. Given its complexity, this fragrance reads better close to the skin than from across a room.
Fig. 01 — Azalai, Stora Skuggan
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Olle Hemmendorff
Olle Hemmendorff is a Swedish perfumer known for a minimalist, conceptual approach to niche perfumery.
Designer Stora Skuggan
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