11
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Hamdani
feminine
Created by Fabrice Pellegrin
Hamdani by Parfums de Marly is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Hamdani was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Fabrice Pellegrin. Top notes are Olibanum and Myrhh; middle notes are Guaiac Wood, Honey and Cloves; base notes are Leather, Styrax, Papyrus, Tobacco, Benzoin and Sandalwood.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
100%
Win
24%
Spr
11%
Sum
88%
Fall
Day & Night
41%
Day
99%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
402 votes
3.55
Love it
14837%
Like it
9624%
OK
246%
Dislike
9724%
Hate it
379%
Community Insights
MixedBased on 7 community opinions from Reddit
6.5
/ 10 community score
Hamdani is a divisive, unconventional oud fragrance that appeals to adventurous collectors but challenges mainstream tastes. Its charred, earthy opening with polarizing accords rewards patience and living with it, though the premium price and niche nature make it worth sampling before committing.
Strengths
- Realistic and specific oud character with depth
- Thick, minimalist composition focused on oud
- Unique and unconventional scent profile
- Brings out subtlety over time with wear
Weaknesses
- Challenging opening with burnt/industrial notes
- Polarizing scent with off-putting comparisons (burnt tires, baby diaper)
- High price point for niche fragrance
- Not beginner-friendly or universally appealing
Best for
Oud enthusiasts and niche fragrance collectorsEvening wear and special occasionsThose seeking experimental scents
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
