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Asad Siddiki Covenant
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Asad Siddiki Covenant is a niche unisex extrait de parfum released in 2025.
The composition was created by Asad Ali Siddiki for the eponymous Pakistani perfume brand and reveals an oriental aesthetic through spicy, woody and ambery nuances.
This is an expressive release with a dense character, intended for those who enjoy noticeable fragrances with deep development on the skin.
The name Covenant, which can be translated as “covenant” or “promise”, fits the overall mood of the composition well: the fragrance smells composed, serious and rich.
There is no sense of a light everyday cologne here. Instead, Covenant is built around warm resins, spices, woods and an expressive base.
At the same time, the fruity-spicy opening adds dynamism to the formula and prevents it from developing too monotonously.
Positioning and Scent Profile
By character, Covenant is suitable for both women and men.
Its olfactory profile combines oriental, spicy and woody families, so the fragrance feels especially natural in cool weather, in the evening and in situations where a noticeable perfume presence is appropriate.
Asad Siddiki Covenant is described as having a very strong sillage.
This is the kind of fragrance where a few sprays are enough for the composition to linger confidently around the wearer and leave behind a rich scented cloud.
No precise recommendation for applying it to skin or clothing is provided, so it is best to start with a small amount and assess the intensity on your own skin, especially indoors.
Development on the Skin
The opening reveals juicy apple, sparkling pink pepper and expensive-smelling, dry saffron.
This beginning combines fruity freshness with spicy sharpness and immediately gives the fragrance a bright, energetic rhythm.
Gradually, the scent becomes warmer and darker: spices, resins and aromatic herbs create a voluminous heart.
In the base, Covenant moves into amber, labdanum, oud wood, patchouli and nagarmotha. Animalic nuances enhance the depth and add a sensual, slightly untamed edge to the composition.
As a result, the fragrance feels multifaceted: it is simultaneously spicy, resinous, woody and velvety-ambery.
Notes and Perfumer
The main accents of Covenant are apple, pink pepper, saffron, clove, labdanum, rosehip, rosemary, amber, animalic notes, nagarmotha, oud and patchouli.
The formula was created by Asad Ali Siddiki.
His work highlights the character of the Asad Siddiki brand: oriental richness, a fondness for expressive resinous accords and attention to a long-lasting woody base.
When and for Whom Covenant Is Suitable
The fragrance is worth considering for autumn, winter and cool spring evenings.
It is suitable for a date, a formal event, dinner or a walk when you want to emphasize your individuality and stand out from familiar fresh compositions.
In hot weather and small enclosed spaces, Covenant may prove too intense, making careful application especially important.
Similar Fragrances
Those interested in Covenant’s spicy oriental-woody style may want to explore Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Promise, Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Oud and The Spirit of Dubai Turath.
Each of these fragrances works with rich woody, resinous or oriental accents in its own way, but Covenant stands out through its combination of a fruity-spicy opening, saffron and a powerful oud-amber base.
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