Amalaya

Amalaya is a woody fragrance from the Swiss house Parfums d'Elmar, created with dsm-firmenich and released in 2024. Flowers are the next strongest impression, with a spicy and green streak and a lighter brush of musk and citrus.

Bergamot opens it with a brief brightness before cinnamon brings warm, sweet spice. Ylang-ylang and violet then fill the heart: ylang creamy and slightly banana-like, violet soft and powdery. The base is where Amalaya does most of its work. Australian sandalwood gives creamy wood, Haitian vetiver adds a dry, smoky earthiness, and oakmoss lends a damp, forest-floor greenness, while musk keeps it warm and rounded.

Worn by anyone, it has the feel of a mossy, modern woody floral. The spice and moss suggest autumn and the cooler side of spring, and it suits evenings, dinners and smart daytime occasions for someone who likes depth without heavy sweetness.

Amalaya — unisex fragrance by Parfums d'Elmar (released 2024). Notes: AMBROX® SUPER, Ambrox Super, Amyris, Australian Sandalwood, Bergamot, Ceylon Cinnamon, Cinnamon, Haitian Vetiver, Jasmine, Moss, Musk, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Violet, Ylang-Ylang. — Parfica open fragrance database