{"title":"Attars","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"two-souls","title":"Two Souls","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"350\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eYou won’t be hard-pressed to find an \u003cem data-end=\"207\" data-start=\"194\"\u003e“SQ”-dubbed\u003c\/em\u003e Oud-Rose blend—even if you're several degrees removed from anyone who’s worked with or around the palace. But that’s where the easy part ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"445\" data-start=\"352\"\u003eThis particular bottle, acquired by a collector friend and myself, is truly rare. Here's why: The Taifi rose to oud ratio is noticeably higher than in most renditions. And in it is a rare and very special Oud, it’s dark, resinous, earthy—more incense than animalic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"859\" data-start=\"447\"\u003eBased on what we know, the oils were likely distilled in the early ’80s, and the oud leans more toward Papua in profile. Needless to say, the bottle came into our possession sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"861\"\u003eit transported me to moments in childhood salat—standing beside elders whose bisht scent lingered like something sacred. I didn’t know it was oud back then. Now I do. If you're seeking a true Arabesque-style olfactory signature, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"861\"\u003eIf you wanted a spray version of this blend, take a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/soul-of-my-soul\"\u003eSoul of My Soul\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917934940313,"sku":"275-2-5gr","price":290.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/TwoSouls-3.png?v=1775567041"},{"product_id":"secret-garden","title":"Secret Garden","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eThis is a trio of vintage soliflore attars: Narjis, Ward, and Jasmine — 2.5 g each (total  7.5gr)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eThe collector who entrusted me with these oils was only willing to release them together, as a bundle. In their view, these oils belong side by side, forming a unified experience. And when a connoisseur dictates how their curated art should be enjoyed, it is best to respect that wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eThat said, I was able to convince the collector to allow one exception: Narjis can also be experienced as part of the \u003cem data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eNarjis Noor\u003c\/em\u003e perfume bundle. After smelling it in the composition, the collector himself approved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eFor me, as Maher at elkhaldi.studio, my role is to bring these rare pieces to you—artisan enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the value of well-aged art. As my network of collectors grows, you will see more such sets and pairings, each offering a glimpse into olfactory history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eHere's what in the set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eWard — A fine vintage rose blend: mossy, candied, and playfully romantic. Unique, stunning, timeless. For the true rose lover, this may well be the grail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eNarjis — A vintage, powdery, musky interpretation of Narjis. Striking in elegance with uncommon projection yet refined restraint. Possibly the best realization of assertiveness in perfumery. In testing, many seasoned women connoisseurs were left utterly speechless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eJasmine — The crown jewel of the collector’s jasmine archive. The rarest and most limited oil in his entire collection—and the defining factor of this bundle’s availability. Once this jasmine runs out, \u003cem data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eSecret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e will no longer be offered. Pure yet mysterious, it carries subtle, almost mystical traces of white ambergris in its wake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 7.5gr","offer_id":46917935005849,"sku":null,"price":580.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/SecretGarden-1.png?v=1775567040"},{"product_id":"manipur-qadeem","title":"Manipur Qadeem","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"300\" data-start=\"112\"\u003eA solid find, and a worthy addition to the curated oils on the site. This one is distilled close to a decade ago, and carries the full character of a Manipuri oud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"300\" data-start=\"112\"\u003eApply it, and you’re wrapped in a profile of spice, leather, and a subtle animalic warmth, and subtle sweet-tart brightness, echoing that tang of tamarind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"300\" data-start=\"112\"\u003eThe oil projects moderately and plays beautifully on skin, especially if you enjoy creating your own blends.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917935071385,"sku":"281-2-5gr","price":289.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/ManipurQadeem-1.png?v=1775567041"},{"product_id":"meghalaya-qadeem","title":"Meghalaya Qadeem","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eKeeping with my hunt for aged Hindi ouds—do I have something for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"348\"\u003eMeghalaya Qadeem, believed to have been distilled some 30 years ago under the patronage of a well-regarded connoisseur of the highest oud quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eIt opens with soft lactic nuances, touched by the characteristic bitterness of Meghalaya, before unfolding into a velvet shroud of earthiness and leather, steeped in the quiet spell of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eFinds like this are exactly why aged Hindi ouds remain among the most coveted treasures of perfumery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"2.5gr \/ Original","offer_id":46917935104153,"sku":"282-2-5gr","price":347.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/MeghalayaQadeem-scaled.png?v=1775567042"},{"product_id":"mysore-legacy","title":"Mysore Legacy","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"252\"\u003eOne of the most thrilling moments in this journey is stumbling upon a vintage batch—one that carries history, soul, and a story worth telling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eUnearthed from the cellar of a third-generation distiller’s grandfather, this precious container was tucked away in a dark, two-level cabinet carved into a hole in the wall. Sealed off for decades and untouched since the 1960s, it’s nothing short of a fairy tale—a fragrant time capsule preserving a true legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eThis particular batch reveals woody, nutty, and gently spiced notes, wrapped in a creamy sweetness that speaks to decades of tradition and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eA collector and I acquired the entire lot directly from the source, and we’re passing the savings on to you. No frills. No noise. Just pure Mysore sandalwood legacy in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917935300761,"sku":"290-2-5gr","price":77.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/Mysore-Legacy.png?v=1775567041"},{"product_id":"sultani-shamama","title":"Sultani Shamama","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"306\"\u003eThis isn’t your average Shamama. Not just because it’s SQ-grade, or because it’s a 30-year-old distillation — but because it’s Shamama-tul Amber. We were ecstatic to be the first to unseal this treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eThe difference won’t always hit right away (though it might). But give it time. The royal character of this blend unveils itself gradually, as your senses start to register the elevated quality — the kind reserved for \u003cem data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"535\"\u003esultani\u003c\/em\u003e Shamamas. It’s deeper, richer, and far more refined than the usual fare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eIn most spice-based blends, there’s often a temptation to lean heavily on one note — to mask shortcuts, rebalance a lacking profile, or simply keep costs down. But not here. Shamama-tul Amber doesn't play that game. No corner cutting. No filler. Just a regal, time-aged composition, done right.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917937004697,"sku":"292-2-5gr","price":97.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/SultaniShamama-1.png?v=1775567041"},{"product_id":"zafron-heart","title":"Zafron Heart","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"273\" data-start=\"77\"\u003eA rich distillation of saffron over sandalwood, a treasure of the past and rare one to come by in the modern times of solvent or maceration at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"640\" data-start=\"275\"\u003eThe saffron is smooth and seamlessly woven into the buttery sandalwood. Just when you think you’ve caught one, the other appears—trading places in a way that suggests they were distilled together, not layered after the fact. This kind of integration is a hallmark of co-distillation, where materials are not just blended, but fused—each elevating the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"977\" data-start=\"642\"\u003eWhat makes this listing unique is that it’s an SQ-grade oil. So you can rest assured it was made with premium-grade materials and has arrived to you after a few decades of natural aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"977\" data-start=\"642\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917937037465,"sku":"295-2-5gr","price":97.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/Zahraan-fixed.png?v=1775567040"},{"product_id":"zahraan","title":"Zahraan","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"244\"\u003eIn perfumery, simplicity is a very thin edge. You could end up with a lackluster olfactory experience, or with a commanding and engaging one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eThis particular curated attar uses just two materials: Saffron and Oud. The first is spicy, floral, and gourmand (especially if you’re culturally Eastern). The second comes in an array of profiles—floral, fruity, resinous, dark, leathery, animalic, even outright smoky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eIf I were to describe it in color, I would choose gold. Something reminiscent of sun-dried apricots, delicately drenched in golden honey. And the Oud—oh my. Without much negotiation, it arrives with its strangely clean animalic profile. I know that sounds like saying a very white black, but it truly is: clean animalic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917937070233,"sku":"298-2-5gr","price":116.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/Zahraan-1.png?v=1776800258"},{"product_id":"arakan-silk","title":"Arakan Silk","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"169\"\u003eThis oud is passion in a bottle. It is the brainchild of a master distiller—a co-distillation of wild Silani and wild Myanmar ouds he envisioned and crafted on his own. This is an artisan exploring “what if,” unconstrained. I caught wind of it after the majority of the batch was acquired by a private collector. Thankfully, I was able to grab the last few tolas left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"995\" data-start=\"699\"\u003eWhen applied to the skin, it immediately unfolds with the earthy, green depth characteristic of Silani oud, seamlessly intertwined with the darker, woodier notes of Myanmar oud, with subtle hints of smoke and rich soil lingering in the background. The texture is remarkably smooth—like fine silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1316\" data-start=\"997\"\u003eIts smooth profile and the artisan’s deliberate choice to blend ouds from these two distinct regions reflect the rich history of the Arakan Sultanate—a once-major trading hub renowned for its Myanmarese silk exports across the Bay of Bengal and Sri Lanka at large. I couldn’t find a better name for it than Arakan Silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1455\" data-start=\"1318\"\u003eI’d be curious to hear about your experience. If you end up grabbing some of this, please come back and share a review of what you think.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Falcon \u0026 Stallion","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917937561753,"sku":null,"price":186.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/ArakanSilk.png?v=1775567051"},{"product_id":"nectar-myanmar","title":"Nectar Myanmar","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"261\" data-start=\"92\"\u003eI believe by now, you probably know how dearly I hold those oils distilled by brother Anas of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/alhind.oud\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAlhind Oud\u003c\/a\u003e. The first time I ventured into his creation was that incense grade White Kinam and vintage Mysore heart Sandalwood (70+yo wood) co distillation. It simply took the Ghazali base to new heights with. Needless today, Ghazali Kinami was a hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"261\" data-start=\"92\"\u003eWhen the Nectar base was ready to take different shapes, I immediately sent him a few tolas of the oil and followed up with a message about a potential collaboration. I know, this is the reverse of how things usually go, but I was confident he’d be on board. And sure enough, he was!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"261\" data-start=\"92\"\u003eHere's what Anas wrote about it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"261\" data-start=\"92\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Nectar Myanmar is a tribute to the lush, untamed beauty of Southeast Asia — a rare attar composed of florals, aged animalic notes, and some of the most exquisite ouds ever distilled. \u2029The journey begins with a golden duet of osmanthus and honeysuckle, sweet and sunlit, their nectarous glow drawing you in like the soft breath of dawn. Then, a lavish floral heart unfurls — red rose oil as deep and velvety as crushed silk, entwined with the narcotic intensity of jasmine, suspended in a smoky embrace of vintage civet and vintage musk, aged to perfection. \u2029As the attar warms on the skin, its soul reveals itself: a trinity of precious oils. Pursat Zen Oud from 2014 (AlHind Oud), aged and enigmatic, anchors the scent with resinous gravity. Two distinct Burmese ouds — one fruity-smoky, the other tea-sweet — swirl together in sensual rhythm, lifted by a note of crisp, spiritual Vietnamese oud. (2020) At its foundation, sandalwood oils from both root and heartwood (AHO Mysuru Special) soften the intensity with creamy depth, while the primal signatures of hyraceum and castoreum whisper of wild skins, sun-warmed stone, and hidden paths.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al Hind Oud","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917938413721,"sku":"ESW59VPBPA1109","price":141.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/NectarMyanmar.png?v=1775567051"},{"product_id":"nectar-poeticus","title":"Nectar Poeticus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"261\"\u003eI’ve always worked on my blends in parallel, swiftly switching between aromatic notes to explore different sets and develop ideas with both cohesion and differentiation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"392\"\u003ePoeticus builds upon Nectar’s Osmanthus base, adding the bright freshness of Jonquille and the green, indolic depth of Narcissus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"614\"\u003eBut this isn’t just any Narcissus—this is Poeticus. With its peach and apricot profile blending seamlessly with the vibrant Osmanthus, it carries a rich indolic character that evokes the opulence of jasmine and tuberose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eThe amber-warm glow of Sandalwood and a lush touch of Mango deepen the composition, while Silani Oud from Yaaseen wraps it in an earthy, resinous blanket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eStill, I wondered: could it be even better?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eAs I sifted through my collection, I recalled a gem, an aged Kewra, over 30 years old, sourced from a perfumer’s private stash in India. Adding it to the blend was transformative. Its musk-like depth and complexity brought a stunning floral richness, adding a whole new layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eWhat once felt incomplete now has depth, complexity, and elegance. Now, it’s Poetic—a sit-down and inhale type of attar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46917939069081,"sku":"NPO2-5","price":141.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/Poeticus-1.png?v=1775567051"},{"product_id":"ambergris-cambodia","title":"Ambergris Cambodia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake the same \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ambergris-spectrum\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmbergris spectrum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and add loads of Cambodian Ouds from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAl Hashimi’s bespoke artisanal collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The result? A bold oud-forward composition that’s as captivating as it is refined. \u003c\/span\u003eIf you wanted the same experience delivered in spray format you got \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ambergris-myanmar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmbergris Myanmar\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46922095788185,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/ambergris_cambodia.jpg?v=1775567066"},{"product_id":"ambergris-spectrum","title":"Ambergris Spectrum","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 [\" bulletlist\u003eThe name descriptor “\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpectrum” \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ereflects the range of notes extracted from this oceanic gem (macerations tinctures and absolutes) as well as the complex aromatics surrounding it. It's animalic flora earthy spicy \u0026amp; powdery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 [\" bulletlist\u003eThis is the base for all Ambergris [Qualifier] blends—making every perfume or attar just work with the other if you’re into layering blends. Think of them as modules that can stand alone or be used to create an extensible aromatic profiles in their own right (a few of my Software Engineering and DevOps braincells wanted a plug).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 [\" bulletlist\u003eThe blend consists of white brown gray and black ambergris tinctures (13% to 40%) in addition to macerations and absolutes. Hence the \"spectrum\" moniker.  In addition you'll Rosa Damascena petal tincture Bulgarian rose Bourbon rose Taifi rose florals aromatics patchouli vetiver various woods stone fruits berry fruits blossoms and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 0.5gr","offer_id":46922095952025,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/ambergris_spectrum.jpg?v=1775567066"},{"product_id":"blue-sri-lanka","title":"Blue Sri Lanka","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"266\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eI started with that Blue Lotus and Black Ambergris rich base; and set out to intensify the Coffee note making it the central theme. The challenge was finding balance—allowing the boldness of Coffee to shine without overshadowing the other elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"595\" data-start=\"268\"\u003eTo achieve this I introduced Sri Lankan Sandalwood. Unlike the denser sweetness of Mysore or the drier balsamic quality of Australian Sandalwood Sri Lankan Sandalwood brings a refined warmth with soft spice and gentle woody undertones. It smooths the edges lending a quiet elegance that enhances rather than competes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"678\" data-start=\"597\"\u003eThe final result is breathtakingly good—deep rich and unexpectedly fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46922095984793,"sku":null,"price":106.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/blue_sri_lanka.jpg?v=1775567066"},{"product_id":"ghazali-vintage","title":"Ghazali Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003eI wanted to take the Ghazali base down the history path bottle up the scent of old dusty library books—the sweet fermented and spicy aroma of dried glue holding leather-bound pages together. Basically the kind of smell that whispers \"I contain ancient secrets.\" Did I nail it? I’d like to think so.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 1gr","offer_id":46922096017561,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/ghazali_vintage.jpg?v=1775567059"},{"product_id":"ghazali-omani","title":"Ghazali Omani","description":"\u003cp\u003eI’ve always loved the rich comforting taste of Omani halwa. While I doubt I’ll be opening a shop anytime soon I thought Why not capture that warmth in a perfume instead? Picture cardamom clove and warm spices lounging on a musky oud-filled base. The result? A blend so self-assured it barely breaks a sweat--grounded in the Ghazali base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 1gr","offer_id":46922096050329,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/ghazali_omani.jpg?v=1775567059"},{"product_id":"ghazali-gulab","title":"Ghazali Gulab","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe story here is short and sweet. The Ghazali base taking on a syrupy but slightly bitter rose goodness. Simple but oh-so-satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46922096083097,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/ghazali_gulab.jpg?v=1775567058"},{"product_id":"cambodi-preserve","title":"Cambodi Preserve","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"144\"\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind blend—an interplay between two Cambodian ouds: the bright fruity tones of Pursat and the deep wild intensity of a dark-dark Koh Kong from 2015. The result opens with a rush of cherry and crimson-hued fruit wrapped in a resinous-leathery darkness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"778\" data-start=\"419\"\u003eI sourced both oils with help from Nadeem of Al Hashimi and took creative liberty in fine-tuning their ratio—letting a new kind of dark fruitiness emerge. Swipe it on and you’re met with a dark red opening a full-bodied wave of woody richness and a leathery dry-down. It’s not smoky-dark—just dark. Almost molasses-like with the depth of a fruit preserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"944\" data-start=\"780\"\u003eThe more I wear this oud the more I believe in this genre—of letting ouds enhance and elevate one another. No rose no essential oils no absolutes. Only the ouds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"946\"\u003eAs with other blends you can start with a 0.2g sample. If you decide to upgrade to the full bottle afterward you'll automatically receive reduced pricing—bringing your total cost per gram in line with the full bottle rate. In the end you’ll have 2.7g total all priced as if you had gone for the full bottle from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"946\"\u003eHere's that famous \"one more thing\" remark:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"946\"\u003eYou can enjoy this oil in the context of a perfume spray head over to \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/crimson-cambodia\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCrimson Cambodia\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Original \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":46922098901145,"sku":null,"price":228.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Original \/ 0.2gr","offer_id":46922098933913,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/cambodi_preserve.jpg?v=1775567058"},{"product_id":"purple-attar","title":"Purple Attar","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI wanted to explore the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/approach\/purple-violette-banafsaj-lilacy-etc\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePurple\u003c\/a\u003e genre in different directions. Rather than treating Purple as a single composition, I began exploring adjacent hues within its spectrum: black, blue, brown, and beyond. Whether these projects will ultimately come to fruition remains to be seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the same time, I was building something especially meaningful to me as a Palestinian: Olive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI had first worked with olive leaf in the original Ghazali. The material brought an earthy, creamy bitter green, slightly tart, and woody character that I found captivating. Eventually, I felt drawn back to it, this time through the lens of Purple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI amplified Purple's core elements—Blackcurrant, Oud, Orris, and Ambergris—then introduced a generous dose of Olive. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI also processed the blend in a way that wrapped it in a gentle smoky haze, without ever obscuring the Purple at its core. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blend spent months resting in a camel skin pouch, Kuppi. I would revisit it periodically as it evolved. Over time, it began to feel complete. What started as an experiment seemed worthy of becoming an Attar, with a spray interpretation to follow later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround the same period, I had acquired a small collection of vintage ouds: a vintage Merauke, a vintage Manipuri, and a vintage Burmese. The quantities were modest, but the materials were exceptional. Rather than incorporating them into a single composition, I decided to explore them as companions to Purple, resulting in an Attar trio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vintage Merauke offered smooth earthy, green, and woody facets that felt naturally aligned with the Olive interpretation of Purple. In my mind, it became a natural extension of that idea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vintage Burmese and Manipuri took Purple in a different direction. The Burmese brought an incense-like, leathery character, while the Manipuri contributed a deep woody richness with subtle molasses-like nuances, absent the heavier funk often associated with Hindi ouds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll three compositions remain unmistakably Purple. One leans toward Olive, while the other two travel further down the oud path, each revealing a different facet of the same idea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"elkhaldi studio","offers":[{"title":"Vintage Merauke \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":47599416869017,"sku":"PR-MK","price":160.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vintage Burmese \u0026 Vintage Manipur \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":47866217758873,"sku":"PR-BM","price":195.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive \/ 2.5gr","offer_id":47866217791641,"sku":"PR-OL","price":235.0,"currency_code":"OMR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/files\/C1-D2_1x_f77121b6-1d74-460e-9aa4-58052f3aa021.png?v=1775628619"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5866\/7161\/collections\/WhatsApp_Image_2026-05-17_at_18.41.22.png?v=1781423724","url":"https:\/\/www.elkhaldistudio.com\/collections\/attars.oembed?page=2","provider":"elkhaldi studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}