To better understand this stage, we must first go back to the 5th century, more specifically to the Byzantine Empire, closely linked to Rome. Likewise, the surprising union of numerous nomadic peoples gave rise to the birth of Persia (present-day Iran), and the Middle East became one of the areas most closely linked to the history of perfume.
PERFUMES IN THE ANCIENT EAST
Persia and the Middle East
Persia was located in the middle of a trade route through which essences and oils were transported, which constituted a very important part of the economy of the Ancient Persian Empire.
Persian tea roses, myrrh, cedarwood, incense... From that ancient route they have reached us today and persist in a multitude of current aromas and perfumes.
In Europe the use of perfumes declined after the fall of the Roman Empire and the spread of Christianity, which preached austerity. So perfumes became a symbol of wealth.
The Byzantine Empire
At the same time, in the East, with the rise of the Byzantine Empire and the spread of Islam, perfumes continued to expand, and Byzantium managed to make this industry much larger than that of the Roman Empire, since in addition to easy access to raw materials, new aromas emerged from ambergris, rose water, and Musk.
Also, distillation with alcohol, the basis of modern perfumery, was perfected. The Arabs spread this technique with perfumes to all of Europe through Spain.
In China, there was also a significant devotion to aromas and they worked large flower harvests dedicated to pressing the petals to create fragrances.
With all these sources, who can doubt the importance of the Ancient East in the history of perfumes?
Types of aromas that were successful in the Ancient East
Ancient Eastern perfumes are characterized by spicy, sweet, floral, etc. aromas... These are some of the most popular:
- Spicy: These aromas stand out for their power. They come from ingredients such as cinnamon, cloves, or nutmeg. They are intoxicating.
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Oriental floral: belongs to the family of aromatic flowers and is one of the oldest aromas. It is achieved with flowers such as gardenia, carnation or tuberose. OurDIVAIN-542, inspired by Black Orchid by Tom Ford, is a perfect example of this type of scent.
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Woody notes: it is made from aromatic woods such as sandalwood, cedar or vetiver. If you like these smells we recommend our fragrance DIVAIN-281, inspired by Oud de Acqua Di Parma.
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Sweet or gourmand oriental: are irresistible aromas that are achieved by mixing essential oils with cocoa, honey, vanilla... Our DIVAIN-196, similar to Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford is a perfect example of this type of fragrance.
DIVAIN PERFUMES FOR TRAVELING TO THE ANCIENT EAST
NOIR EXTRÊME BY TOM FORD
Perfume for men ,DIVAIN-295, similar to Noir Extrême de Tom Ford, which captures the mystery of the East in an unforgettable fragrance, with notes of spices and wood. Reveal all your manly magnetism adding an elegant touch of sensuality.
OUD WOOD BY TOM FORD
From the woody oriental olfactory family, DIVAIN-305, equivalent to Oud Wood by Tom Ford, is a unisex perfume that captures the entire essence of the East. With exotic olfactory notes of oud, rosewood, sandalwood, and vetiver, blended into a base of tonka bean, vanilla, and amber. Exquisite and enveloping.
ANGEL BY THIERRY MUGLER
Sophistication, elegance, and eternal sensuality with all the essence of the Middle East. Ou rDIVAIN-065, equivalent to Angel de Thierry Mugler is an oriental and sweet perfume at the same time. In its notes we find the eccentricity of patchouli, mixed with citrus notes. A unique scent that captivates everyone.
OUD & JO MALONE'S BERGAMOT
Inspired by Middle Eastern traditions and with a touch of mystery, our DIVAIN-247, similar to Oud & Bergamot By Jo Malone is a unisex perfume that will envelop you in its sweet, intense and warm aroma. A perfume with a very original composition. Its olfactory notes include Virginia cedar, bergamot, Amalfi lemon, orange, and oud wood.
If you want to discover more fragrances with this oriental touch, visit our website and use the filters in the menu and let yourself be enchanted by these perfumes, which are not made to go unnoticed.
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