Francis Kurkdjian is a master perfumer, known for creating some of the most popular fragrances in the world. Ever since 2009, he started making fragrances for his own fragrance house, but what are the best Maison Francis Kurkdjian fragrances for men?
Maison Francis Kurkdjian And Its Fragrances
Francis Kurkdjian, an Armenian perfumer born in Paris. Initially, he wanted to a dancer, but sadly (or luckily, for us) he failed to pass the competition to study dance. With this failure, he fell back to his second choice, becoming a perfumer. In 1990 he entered ISIPCA, a French perfumery school, and he graduated 3 years later in 1993.
Only 2 years later, he created one of the most popular men’s fragrances to date; Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male. After his initial success, he created many more amazing perfumes and colognes. Some notable ones are Narciso Rodriguez For Her and Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male.
In 2009, Francis Kurkdjian decided it was time to launch his own house. Called Maison Francis Kurkdjian, literally translated to ‘the house of Francis Kurkdjian’, he started working on a range of his own fragrances. In 2009, he released 7 different colognes for his own house, and all became a huge hit.
Over time, he continued to work with other brands, but he also made fragrances for his own brand. Some of those fragrances he released for his own house are nowadays seen as a textbook example of luxurious niche fragrances. Names like Baccarat Rouge 540 or Oud Satin Mood are unmissable in the niche fragrance world.
With a large selection of incredible colognes, you might start to wonder what his best ones for men are. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the best Maison Francis Kurkdjian fragrances for men!
1. Grand Soir
Grand Soir is one of the most gorgeous amber-based fragrances. It has a stunningly warm and immersive scent that perfectly shows what Francis Kurkdjian is capable of. Released in 2016, Grand Soir has quickly become one of the more popular fragrances of the house.
- Fragrance Notes: Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Labdanum.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir Smell Like?
Grand Soir opens with a stunning scent of warm and rich amber. Upon the first spray, you’re immediately met by the rich scent of amber, making for a warm, rich, and cozy scent right from the get-go. Along with the amber is a sweet undertone of creamy vanilla, adding to the warm feel and accentuating the ambery scent.
From here, the rich and warm scent of amber and vanilla will continue on for a long while. The scent is accompanied by a few sweet and creamy notes such as tonka bean and several resinous notes, but the amber and vanilla will always be on the forefront. The resinous notes do add a subtle woody undertone, which adds even more depth to the cologne.
As this fragrance dries down, the vanilla becomes more pronounced, pushing the overall scent in a slightly sweeter direction. This does go relatively subtle, though, and most won’t even notice too big of a difference. Grand Soir really is a rather simple fragrance, but it’s one of the most classy and elegant offerings there is.
With a rich and warm scent such as this, it should come as no surprise that this is a cold-weather fragrance. The warm and comforting scent goes great with the cold winter days and it can be worn pretty much whenever you want. Whether you’re going to the office, relaxing with friends, on a first date, or on a night out, this cologne is absolutely perfect.
- Best seasons to wear: Fall and Winter.
- Occasion: Casual and Formal.
- Time of day: Daytime and Nighttime.
- Longevity: 8+ Hours.
- Projection: Strong.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
2. Amyris Homme
Amyris Homme is an amazing cologne with a fresh and aromatic scent. Made by Francis Kurkdjian and launched in 2012, this fragrance has been a popular one ever since and it might even be one of my personal favorites of this house!
- Fragrancce Notes: Mandarin, Rosemary, Saffron, Iris, Amyris, Cedar, and Tonka Bean.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Amyris Homme Smell Like?
The opening of Amyris Homme is fresh and light with mandarin and rosemary at the front. This creates a fresh, citrusy, and floral scent that beautifully sets the tone for the remainder of the fragrance. Aside from setting the tone, this refreshing scent will also stay with you for the entirety of this cologne, always contributing a refreshing and airy feel.
Not long after the opening, you can start to pick up a few denser notes. Hints of powdery iris and creamy tonka bean start to appear, giving off an extremely smooth undertone to the fresh scent. Along with these notes comes the note of Amyris, adding its signature fresh scent to the mix.
As the fragrance dries down, not that much will change anymore. You’re left with an absolutely stunning cologne that’s fresh, light, and airy, but also classy and luxurious. This fragrance really is something magical. It’s so different from most fragrances, but it feels very familiar at the same time.
Amyris Homme is definitely a warm-weather fragrance, but during those warmer days, you can wear this one pretty much all the time. It’s great for the office or any other formal occasion, but it will be just as amazing on a relaxed day at home or with friends. You could even wear this one while working out and it even works great during a warm summer night.
- Best seasons to wear: Spring and Summer.
- Occasion: Casual and Formal.
- Time of day: Daytime.
- Longevity: 6-8 Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
3. Baccarat Rouge 540
Baccarat Rouge 540 is by far the most popular fragrance of Maison Francis Kurkdjian. With its sugary sweet, yet airy scent, this unisex fragrance has captured the hearts of many. Made by Francis Kurkdjian, this fragrance was launched in 2015 and has been a fan-favorite ever since.
- Top Notes: Saffron and Jasmine.
- Middle Notes: Amberwood and Ambergris.
- Base Notes: Fir Resin and Cedar.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Smell Like?
Baccarat Rouge 540 immediately opens with its signature sweet scent. This sweet scent comes from the notes of amberwood and jasmine, of which the latter has a romantic sweet undertone to it. Along with these sweet notes is the warm and spicy note of saffron, adding an interesting undertone to the mix. The opening of this cologne is truly amazing and it’s only the beginning.
Not long after the initial sugary sweet opening, hints of warm woody notes start to appear. These add a warm undertone and blend in beautifully with the saffron and sweet notes. All the while, there’s also this airy feeling present, ensuring that the sweet scent doesn’t become cloying or too overpowering.
From here, the fragrance doesn’t really change that much anymore. It does turn a little warmer and softer, but this fragrance is all about the sugary and airy sweetness, backed by the warm woods and saffron. Luckily, this scent is already incredible and doesn’t really need anything more. It opens sweet and airy and dries down to something a little darker and warmer; a wonderful composition.
Although this fragrance has a rather sweet scent, it’s done in an airy and light way, making this fragrance appropriate for both warm- and cold-weather wear. All throughout the year, you can wear this fragrance either formally or casually. It’s great for dates but just as great for a relaxed day at home or for a working day at the office. Not only does this fragrance smell incredible, but it’s also versatile as well!
- Best seasons to wear: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime and Nighttime.
- Longevity: 8+ Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
4. Oud
In 2012, Francis Kurkdjian created a fragrance simply called ‘Oud’. This turned out to be the first one in a now growing collection of oud-based fragrances. This is the original and it takes the otherwise bold note of oud and makes it approachable and easy to wear, showing his abilities as a perfumer.
- Fragrance Notes: Saffron, Elemi, Oud, Cedar, and Patchouli.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Smell Like?
The opening of this cologne is rich and warm with the note of oud front and center. The oud itself is somewhat subdued and not as overpowering as it sometimes is. Instead, it’s warm and rich, but also very clean and easy-going. It’s a little sweet, but a very subdued sweetness that once again isn’t overpowering. It’s a very beautiful rendition of oud, showing you what this fragrance will be about right from the get-go.
Not long after the opening, the note of oud is accompanied by a warm and spicy scent of saffron. The saffron is rich and warm and beautifully combines with the oud. Along with the saffron is a touch of patchouli, also adding a warm and spicy scent to the mix. The patchouli is also a little sweet, going great with that subtle sweetness of the oud.
From here, the cologne doesn’t really change that much anymore. The note of oud becomes a little more pronounced, showing its woody side, but overall, most of the scent stays the same. This leaves you with a rich, warm, and clean scent of oud that smells incredibly classy and luxurious. An overall masterpiece by Francis Kurkdjian that inspired a few equally amazing flankers.
Despite the oud being a bit subdued, this is still a cold-weather fragrance, perfect for the fall and winter. During these months, this cologne will be a warm and comforting scent that you can wear at all times. It’s super luxurious, making it great for the office or any other formal setting, but the sweetness gives it just enough playfulness to make it work great in a casual setting as well!
- Best seasons to wear: Fall and Winter.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime and Nighttime.
- Longevity: 8+ Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
5. Masculin Pluriel
Masculin Pluriel is a beautiful cologne with a smooth scent of woody notes. The woods are backed by aromatic undertones, leaving you with an immersive cologne. Made by Francis Kurkdjian, this fragrance was launched in 2014.
- Fragrance Notes: Lavender, Vetiver, Patchouli, Cedar, Leather, and Woody Notes.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Masculin Pluriel Smell Like?
Masculin Pluriel opens clean and smooth with a mature scent of woody notes. The opening mainly seems to feature the note of vetiver, which is giving off a clean, green, and woody scent. The vetiver is backed by some more woody notes, giving off a warm undertone, and a smooth scent of leather.
Together, these notes create a mature, masculine, and luxurious scent that will continue on for a long while. Not long after the opening, an aromatic undertone of lavender makes itself known, adding a classy and refreshing touch to the composition. The lavender fits right in with the smooth and clean woody notes, accentuating them and not overpowering them.
In the dry down, the note of leather starts to become more apparent, strengthening that smooth feeling found in the opening. The lavender becomes a little more subdued and the woody notes start to show their warm side. This all comes together to create a slightly warmer ending that still possesses the clean and refreshing qualities from the opening.
Overall, this is an amazingly balanced scent that beautifully shows both the clean and fresh side and the warm side of woody notes. This balance is ultimately responsible for the incredible versatility of this cologne. Whether it’s a warm summer day or a freezing cold winter night, this cologne will be great. Furthermore, it also fits just about any occasion. Just make sure you dress nicely to fit that mature vibe that’s given off.
- Best seasons to wear: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime and Nighttime.
- Longevity: 8+ Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
6. Oud Satin Mood
Oud Satin Mood is part of the Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud line. This time, there’s a sweet and rosy influence added to the dark scent of oud, making for a truly stunning scent. Made by Francis Kurkdjian, this fragrance was launched in 2015 and is often seen as the best of all the Francis Kurkdjian Oud colognes.
- Fragrance Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Turkish Rose, Vanilla, Oud, Benzoin, and Violet.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Smell Like?
The opening of Oud Satin Mood is absolutely amazing with an immersive scent of sweet rose and vanilla, paired with a dark and alluring scent of oud. The oud is pretty soft in the opening, leaving room for the rose to shine. The rose is sweet and jammy, but also fresh and flowery, making for a very unique and interesting scent.
The rose is supported by a sweet and creamy scent of vanilla, and when combined, these two create an almost fruity-like scent. The vanilla will always have a background role in this cologne, but a fantastic one at that. It plays around beautifully with the rose and makes for a nice segway into the darker and richer oud.
As the cologne dries down, the oud becomes more and more prominent. The oud is dark and rich but beautifully balanced out by the fresh rose. This leaves you with a cologne that smells impossibly good. It’s rich, dark, and dance, but also sweet at the same time. Oud Satin Mood portrays elegance, class, and luxuriousness, while also staying approachable and easy-going.
Due to the rich and dark scent, this fragrance is best worn during the colder months. Here, the lower temperatures will soften out the oud, but the scent itself will manage to be strong and comforting. During the colder months, this cologne is great for both formal and casual wear. Casually, it’s great for dates or for when you want to feel like your best self, and formally, it’s an all-around perfect choice.
- Best seasons to wear: Fall and Winter.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime and Nighttime.
- Longevity: 10+ Hours.
- Projection: Strong.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
7. l’Homme A La Rose
l’Homme A La Rose is one of the most recent additions to the Maison Francis Kurkdjian collection, but an amazing one at that. Made by Francis Kurkdjian himself and released in 2020, this cologne takes the note of rose and pushes it in a classy and masculine direction.
- Fragrance Notes: May Rose, Damask Rose, Grapefruit, Amberwood, Sage, and Labdanum.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian l’Homme A La Rose Smell Like?
Just as you would expect, this fragrance opens with a blast of fresh and masculine rose. The opening is clean and crisp and the rose is supported by a juicy and crispy scent of grapefruit. The rose itself is quite strong as well, but done in a very natural-smelling way, causing the scent to smell classy and masculine.
Shortly after the opening, the grapefruit start to take a backseat, leaving more room for the rose to shine. The rose is fresh, classy, and masculine, and is soon supported by a few warm and resinous notes. Hints of amber are present, but so are a few spices and labdanum. These all add a rich feeling to the mix, taking the scent of rose to the next level.
From here, the fragrance won’t really change any more. The rose will always be on the forefront, ensuring a classy scent, and the warm resinous notes stay in the background, all the way until the dry down. Luckily, with an amazing scent like this, it doesn’t really matter that it’s somewhat linear. This cologne is still a delight to wear, especially if you’re looking for something new and unique.
Like most floral-based fragrances, l’Homme A La Rose is best worn during the warmer months. Here, it’s amazing for casual daytime wear, as this cologne is fun and playful, but due to the classy scent of rose, it will also work wonders in a more serious setting. This could be an appropriate worktime cologne, for example, but it would also be a great option to wear to a wedding.
- Best seasons to wear: Spring, Summer, and Fall.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime.
- Longevity: 8+ Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
8. Aqua Vitae
Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Aqua Vitae is one of the three ‘Aqua’ fragrances in the collection. These fragrances are focused on refreshing scents, and this one goes in a citrusy direction but is backed by a few richer and denser notes. Made by Francis Kurkdjian, this fragrance was released in 2013.
- Fragrance Notes: Lemon, Mandarin, Guaiac Wood, Tonka Bean, Jasmine, Vanilla, and Hedione.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae Smell Like?
Aqua Vitae opens fresh and aquatic with a lot of citruses in the background. These citruses gradually become stronger and stronger, adding a bright and sparkling feeling to the aquatic opening. The opening is fresh, vibrant, and even a little bitter, thanks to the citruses. Overall, this is the perfect introduction to a beautifully refreshing cologne.
Not long after the opening, you can start to notice a few floral notes. These floral notes are clean, a little soapy, and overall very fresh, making them go beautifully with the citrusy opening. This is also the moment where you can start to notice some of those richer notes. Sweet and creamy hints of vanilla and tonka bean are present, and although they don’t overtake the freshness, they do add a lot of depth to the scent.
In the dry down, a hint of guaiac wood shows itself, but just like the vanilla and tonka bean, it doesn’t really come into the spotlight. These richer and warmer notes mainly serve as a solid base for the citruses and florals to thrive on. They do add a nice richness to the scent, but this cologne really is a fresh and vibrant one.
Like most fresh colognes, Aqua Vitae is best worn during the warmer months. Wearing a refreshing fragrance like this on a fun summer day is the perfect fit. However, besides just wearing it casually, this fragrance also feels luxurious enough to wear formally. There’s simply no going wrong with a classy and refreshing cologne like this.
- Best seasons to wear: Spring and Summer.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime.
- Longevity: 6-8 Hours.
- Projection: Soft.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
9. Aqua Celestia Forte
Aqua Celestia Forte is the slightly denser and stronger version of Aqua Celestia, a fresh and aromatic cologne. This version has a slightly heavier focus on the aromatic green notes while still retaining a wonderfully fresh scent. Made by Francis Kurkdjian, this fragrance was launched in 2018.
- Top Notes: Lime, Petitgrain, Lemon, and Mint.
- Middle Notes: Blackcurrant Blossom, Jasmine, Hedione, Mimosa, and Lily Of The Valley.
- Base Notes: Musk.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte Smell Like?
Aqua Celestia Forte opens with an incredible scent of fresh and aromatic green notes, paired with lots of refreshing citruses. Hints of semi-sweet and fresh lime are present, supported by a cooling mint and aromatic floral and green notes. All these notes come together to create a refreshing and sparkling scent that perfectly sets the tone for this cologne.
The lime really is the main star in the opening, stealing the show with its sparkling, refreshing, and slightly sweet scent. However, the mint, along with a bunch of floral notes that start to show in the mid, also play a big part, giving the fragrance a lot of depth and a different type of freshness. The mid introduces us to notes of jasmine, mimosa, and lily.
As the cologne starts to dry down, a very clean scent of musk starts to show. In addition to clean feeling, the musk also comes across as slightly powdery, adding an almost soapy-like undertone to the sparkling and refreshing scent. The sparkling citruses are also still going strong, and they will go strong for quite a while actually. For a fresh fragrance, this cologne has insane staying power.
Aqua Celestia Forte is a bright and refreshing fragrance that perfectly fits the fun times during a warm summer day. The citruses add a playful touch to the scent that makes it great for casual daytime wear, whether that’s at home, at the beach, or in the city, but it’s even refreshing enough to wear while working out. It can also be worn formally, but this cologne really leans towards the casual side.
- Best seasons to wear: Spring and Summer.
- Occasion: Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime.
- Longevity: 8+ Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
10. APOM Pour Homme
APOM Pour Homme is a masculine cologne based around white floral notes. Francis Kurkdjian, the perfumer behind this cologne, took the leap and managed to create a masculine scent around the normally more feminine white floral notes. Launched in 2009, this cologne is still loved to this day.
- Fragrance Notes: Orange Flower, Amber, and Cedar.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian APOM Pour Homme Smell Like?
APOM Pour Homme opens with a refreshing scent of orange flower, a white floral note that possesses both fresh and citrusy qualities. The orange flower makes up for the majority of the opening but is quickly supported by a hint of amber. The amber is warm and adds a rich layer of depth to the scent.
From here, the notes of amber and orange flower will work together beautifully, creating a unique scent that feels both refreshing and warm. This scent will continue on for a long while, only to be supported by the note of cedarwood near the end. The cedarwood is warm and robust and blends in perfectly with the warm amber.
In the dry down, the orange flower slowly starts to take the backseat, leaving room for the cedar and amber to shine. However, there will always be that clean and fresh influence of the orange flower; it never really goes away. This leaves you with an overall fresh and warm cologne that’s a little unusual but smells absolutely amazing.
With a mix of clean and fresh orange flower and warm amber and cedar, this is actually a cologne that goes great with both the warmer and cooler seasons. Perfect for the spring, summer, and fall, this cologne is also extremely versatile. It’s great for casual daytime wear, it’s great for a warm summer night, but it also works great in a formal setting, thanks to the clean orange flower.
- Best seasons to wear: Spring, Summer, and Fall.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime.
- Longevity: 6-8 Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
11. Oud Silk Mood
Oud Silk Mood is part of the ‘Oud’ range, and this time, it goes in a silky smooth direction. Prominently featuring the notes of rose and oud, Francis Kurkdjian created something beautiful with this cologne. Launched in 2018, this fragrance has been a favorite from the house.
- Top Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Chamomile, and Bergamot.
- Middle Notes: Hedione and Guaiac Wood.
- Base Notes: Oud and Papyrus.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Silk Mood Smell Like?
The opening of Oud Silk Mood immediately does its name justice. You’re greeted by a beautiful creamy scent of rose and oud, both blended to perfection. The oud is dark and bold, but balanced and nuanced, resulting in a creamy and smooth scent. The rose adds a fruity freshness to the mix, ensuring this cologne opens beautifully and powerful.
As time goes on, this silky smooth scent continues on. There are a few more additions of woody notes and there’s even a refreshing hit of bergamot present, but these notes don’t have that much influence on the overall scent. They do make for some nice undertones, but this cologne revolves all around the oud and rose.
The dominant scent of rose and oud continues on all the way into the dry down. The scent does become slightly more powdery and creamy, but the rich and dark scent of oud will still be present. The rose is still giving off its fruity floral sweetness, resulting in an overall classy and luxurious cologne.
With such a rich and creamy scent, you’re best off wearing Oud Silk Mood during the fall and winter as the lower temperatures will soften out the scent a bit. During the colder months, this classy cologne will be great for any formal occasion, but it also does wonders on a date or casual day at home. Just an overall amazing cologne.
- Best seasons to wear: Fall and Winter.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime and Nighttime.
- Longevity: 10+ Hours.
- Projection: Strong.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
12. Petit Matin
Petit Matin is an amazing lemon-based cologne with a smooth and clean undertone of musk and aromatic notes. Made by Francis Kurkdjian and launched in 2016, Petit Matin has been one of the go-to freshies from the house.
- Fragrance Notes: Lemon, Orange Blossom, Musk, Lavender, Ambroxan, and Hawthorn.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Petit Matin Smell Like?
Petit Matin opens with a luxurious and soft scent of lemon. This cologne was created with a springtime morning in Paris, and that feeling is perfectly captured in the first few minutes. The scent is soft, airy, refreshing, and overall pure and luxurious. The lemon is quickly accompanied by the note of orange blossom, and together, they make up for most of the opening.
A little while after the opening, the note of ambroxan makes itself known. Amborxan is a synthetic note with an incredibly clean scent. This clean scent goes great with the light and airy citruses, making the overall cologne even better and more refreshing. At this point, you can also pick up a smooth and clean scent of musk, which works together great with the ambroxan.
When this fragrance starts to dry down, an aromatic scent of lavender starts to appear. The lavender ensures a slightly richer ending but still manages to keep the overall scent refreshing, light, airy, and clean. Petit Matin is the quintessential fresh fragrance that never fails to amaze.
With its refreshing scent and the backstory of a springtime Parisian morning, it comes as no surprise that this is a warm-weather cologne. Perfect for a lazy Sunday morning, but just as amazing for a warm day at work. There’s simply no going wrong with a fragrance like this; there’s hardly a situation where a scent like this won’t fit right in.
- Best seasons to wear: Spring and Summer.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime.
- Longevity: 6-8 Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
13. Aqua Universalis
Aqua Universalis is another cologne part of the Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua line. This one is a gorgeously fresh fragrance with a heavy focus on citruses and white florals. Made by Francis Kurkdjian, this cologne was launched in 2009.
- Fragrance Notes: Lily Of The Valley, Lemon, Bergamot, Musk, Orange Blossom, Orange, and Woody Notes.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Universalis Smell Like?
Aqua Universalis opens fresh and sparkling with lots of citrusy notes at the forefront. There’s a bright and vibrant scent of bergamot, but you can also pick up a slightly sweet and sparkling orange, refreshingly sweet lemon, and even a clean scent of orange blossom. All these notes come together to create something truly refreshing.
From here, a few more floral notes start to appear over time. These floral notes are really subtle, but they do add a new layer of clean freshness. Paired with the orange blossom, it almost creates a soapy-like scent that perfectly fits in with the refreshing citruses. As of now, there really isn’t an aquatic feeling present, but this is definitely a fresh cologne.
As the fragrance starts to dry down, a warm base of woody notes presents itself. Although warm, these woody notes aren’t really that strong or influential but mainly serve as a solid base for the citruses and florals to thrive on. In the end, they add a bit of structure to the scent, but the scent itself won’t turn woody. This cologne is based solely on refreshing citrusy and floral notes.
Aqua Universalis is an incredibly clean and fresh scent, making it perfect for the warmer months. This fragrance smells like pure summertime fun, but it also has a luxurious edge to it as well. This makes it great for a fun day at the beach, but also for a hard day at work. It’s extremely versatile and smells amazing; what more do you want in a fragrance?
- Best seasons to wear: Spring and Summer.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime.
- Longevity: 6-8 Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
14. Gentle Fluidity Gold
Gentle Fluidity Gold is a beautiful powdery vanilla fragrance. Made by Francis Kurkdjian, this cologne was launched in 2019 and has been an amazing addition to his repertoire. It’s powdery, sweet, and warm, but there are some fresh undertones present as well.
- Fragrance Notes: Vanilla, Amber, Musk, Woody Notes, Juniper Berries, Nutmeg, and Coriander.
What Does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Gentle Fluidity Gold Smell Like?
Gentle Fluidity Gold opens powerful, yet soft, with a scent of warm and creamy vanilla. Along with the vanilla is a smooth scent of musk, as well as a warm touch of amber. These three notes make sure this composition is warm and powerful. However, this is all balanced out by the note of juniper berry, a crisp piney note.
There’s a lot going on in the opening of this fragrance, but it never feels like too much. Instead, all the notes bring something different to the table while working together beautifully at the same time. Shortly after the opening, you can pick up a few hints of spicy notes, but these fade away in the already rich and sweet scent that the amber and vanilla provide.
As this cologne starts to dry down, the scent becomes a little denser. The juniper berries slowly fade away, taking their freshness with them, and the amber and vanilla become more pronounced. This leaves you with a rich and classy cologne with a warm, sweet, and powdery scent.
Gentle Fluidity Gold is a warm fragrance at heart, but it also has a few fresh nuances. This makes it work great not only during the colder months but also during the slightly cooler months, such as those in the fall and spring. Here, you can easily wear this one whenever you want. It’s fun and out-going enough for casual day and nighttime wear, but also classy enough for any formal occasion.
- Best seasons to wear: Fall, Winter, and Spring.
- Occasion: Formal and Casual.
- Time of day: Daytime and Nighttime.
- Longevity: 8+ Hours.
- Projection: Moderate.
- Price Range ($-$$$): $$$
Are Maison Francis Kurkdjian Fragrances Worth It?
Francis Kurkdjian is a renowned perfumer with lots of amazing fragrances under its name. One example is the immensely popular cologne Ultra Male by Jean Paul Gaultier, but there are many more. In 2009, he launched his own house, a niche fragrance house called Maison Francis Kurkdjian, but are his fragrances worth it?
Maison Francis Kurkdjian has an amazing repertoire of colognes that, although expensive, are definitely worth the money. The fragrances are of high quality, made by a renowned master perfumer, using only the best ingredients.
The house has some insane colognes under its name. Names like Baccarat Rouge or Oud Satin Mood are household names in the world of luxury perfumery. And the great thing about this house is that they take otherwise heavy and difficult notes and make them much more approachable and easy to wear.
There’s also something for everyone. If you’re looking for something fresh, you can pick between the likes of Petit Matin or Aqua Celestia Forte, but if you’re looking for something sweet, you can pick between colognes like Grand Soir or Oud. And there are even colognes that fit right in between such as Baccarat Rouge 540 or Masculin Pluriel.
Although expensive, Maison Francis Kurkdjian fragrances are definitely worth it. And you can always try out a decant beforehand. A decant is basically a smaller bottle filled up with the original fragrance. This way, you can try out a smaller amount of the scent without having to buy a full bottle. If you want to learn more about fragrance decants, where to purchase them, and how they’ll save you money, you can read this article here!
Overall, though, a Maison Francis Kurkdjian fragrance is 100% worth it!