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The house of Arman Manoukian Parfums gifted the world with Malek in 2017. The author of this composition is Arman Manoukian, and that explains a lot. The fragrance belongs to the wood and fruit groups.
The sillage is delicate — an intimate cloud that stays close to the skin. On clothing, 2-3 sprays are the recommended amount. Every application feels like a little ritual — longevity is low. Country of origin — Armenia. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance has low persistence and lasts on the skin for about 2–3 hours, gradually fading and smoothly revealing its main notes
A subtle trail—just a hint of fragrance
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The note pyramid of Malek is shaped as a cohesive olfactory arc, where accents shift with precision and warmth. The style of Arman Manoukian Parfums is clear from the opening to the final trail. No excess details, only what works, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Fruit, Wood, Whiteflower and Citrus. The palette also extends to Floral, Balsamic and Gourmet.
In the top tier you meet delicate white floral opening notes: Jasmine, Lemon and Lily.
In the heart you meet Freesia, Pear, Rose and Violet keeping a opulent floral direction.
The internal accord map is driven by these accords: Citrus, Floral, Fruit and Wood without random overlap. Background accords such as Spicy and Mineral add depth to the backdrop. The profile is unisex, which clarifies the composition character. In wear duration Low suggests confident staying power. In projection Weak shows the style of diffusion around the wearer.
Overall Malek holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Arman Manoukian Parfums |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Armenia |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Brand/Arman-Manoukian-Parfums-236679156894818/ |
| Year of production | 2017 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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