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2020

Cheval d'Arabie

Sultan Pasha Attars

By Sultan Pasha Perfume maker

A smoky, resinous embrace with deep floral tones.

Cheval d'Arabie is a rich and complex fragrance that celebrates the depths of the Arabian landscape through its animalic, smoky, and resinous accords. This scent balances opulence with warmth, creating a bold signature for its wearer.

AnimalSpicyResinousSmokyOriental

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Notes Pyramid

Top notes

Opening

Elemi resinOmani frankincenseTaif rose ottoCivetSaffronIndian oudPersian rose otto

Heart notes

Character

Bulgarian rose absoluteGeranium absoluteLeatherCivetIndian oudNarcissusHay absoluteIndian patchouli

Base notes

Foundation

Elemi resinBlack ambergrisHyraceumBenzoin SiamSwedish castoreumLeatherCivetFrankincenseWhite ambergrisChrysanthemum absoluteHay absoluteMimosa absolute

Quick Facts

Brand
Sultan Pasha Attars
Year
2020
Main accords
Animal, Spicy, Resinous, Smoky
Perfumers
Sultan Pasha Perfume maker

Accord Profile

Animal
Spicy
Resinous
Smoky
Oriental

Editorial Portrait

Cheval d'Arabie unfolds like a tapestry woven from the heart of the desert. The initial notes invite you in with layers of resins and the opening warmth of saffron mingling with the coolness of Omani frankincense. The presence of delicate rose elevates the introduction, leading you into a world where nature meets the sophistication of leather and the mystery of civet.

As it develops, the scent becomes increasingly textured. The heart reveals a luscious conversation between Bulgarian rose and earthy geranium, underscored by a whisper of hay and patchouli. It’s an intimate experience, drawing you closer as richer elements of oud and leather emerge, grounding the fragrance in a warmth that feels personal and enveloping.

In the base, layers of black ambergris and crisp elemi resin create a smooth finish, reminiscent of a sun-soaked landscape that lingers on the skin. Cheval d'Arabie feels both daring and inviting, leaving an impression that is not easily forgotten—a signature scent for moments when you want to feel bold yet comfortable in your skin.


How It Feels

Overall mood

bold and intimate

Texture

rich and layered

Temperature

warm

Presence

notable

Impression

sophisticated and mysterious

Best setting

evening events, intimate gatherings


Is It for You?

You may love this if…

  • ✓women who appreciate complex and enveloping scents
  • ✓those drawn to rich, animalic notes
  • ✓wearers looking for a fragrance that evolves throughout the day

This may not be for you if…

  • ×those who prefer fresh or light fragrances
  • ×individuals not fond of resinous or spicy scents
  • ×wearers seeking a fragrance that is easily forgotten

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