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6 Niche Fragrance Brands You Need to Know

Many of us like to sport a signature scent and much like the clothes we wear, the fragrances we favour are often characterised by one or more particular notes. For some, romantic, musky notes are of optimal appeal, meanwhile others prefer citrusy or spicy splashes to keep things fresh.

Be it classic, contemporary, soft or intense, one thing’s for certain: A scent exists to complement every mood, taste and occasion - including an inspiring collection of niche fragrances.

Leveraged by their artisanal processes and distinctive ingredients, niche fragrances are enjoying a moment in the spotlight. Led by the likes of Byredo and Initio, these beguiling scents will captivate everyone you encounter, sparking the question: ‘What perfume are you wearing?’

We’ve pulled together six of our favourite unique fragrances to help inspire your perfume collection with excitement and intrigue.

Parfums De Marly

Specialists in fragrances for both men and women, Parfums De Marly has become renowned for its distinctive eaus. From the opulent packaging to the array of offbeat ingredients, each fragrance is edged with an air of splendour and is entirely singular in its quality. A touch of classicism exists at the core of each fragrance, propelled by the intrigue of audacious extracts, creating a series of contemporary scents - each one as bold and daring as the next.

Initio

Powerful and hypnotic, Initio’s captivating blends pledge to reinvent your perfume collection and infuse every day with an air of exclusivity. The brand’s latest fragrance, Narcotic Delight, denotes an indulgent fusion of vanilla bean, pink pepper, cognac and cigar, softly sweetened with a squeeze of juicy cherry. These perfumes are entirely extraordinary.

BDK

Founded in the beating heart of Paris in 2016, BDK is an independent perfume designer with uniqueness at its core. Instilled with allure, passion and character, a conscientious fusion of premium raw materials and artisanal craftsmanship are what make this brand unequivocally exceptional.

Escentric Molecules

Built upon a laboratory-born aroma molecule, the one-of-a-kind fragrances of Escentric Molecules are radically minimalist, with just one additional note used to leverage the molecule. Distinctive balms of ginger, black tea and Guaiac wood blend seamlessly with Iso E Super to create a series of velvety scents that cocoon the body in an unusual, highly enigmatic aroma.

Byredo

Succumb to the unequalled elegance of Byredo’s Stockholm-born scents and prepare to embrace the brand’s unique and contemporary approach to perfumery. With a vision to evoke memories and emotions through the power of fragrance, founder, Ben Gorham, specialises in the creation of alluringly idiosyncratic scents characterised by a blend of enchanting essences.