Launched in 2025 as a standout addition to the Cities Collection, Swiss Arabian Enigma of Taif is a luxurious, highly concentrated unisex Extrait de Parfum masterfully formulated by perfumer Shinichiro Oba. This Floral Woody Musk fragrance serves as a magnificent tribute to the rare, high-altitude Taif Rose, producing an incredibly deep, mysterious, and sophisticated aura that feels intensely royal. The olfactory profile starts with an energetic, fiery layer where sharp Cardamom, vibrant Black Pepper, and bracing Pink Pepper are softened by the dark, jammy richness of ripe Plum and the warm, resinous properties of Elemi.
As the formulation develops and interacts with the skin, it blossoms into a majestic, complex heart dominated by the sumptuous Taif Rose. This noble floral center is beautifully wrapped in a veil of golden Saffron, sweet Violet, spiritual Olibanum (frankincense resin), and the velvety, apricot-like undertones of Osmanthus. The final evolution reveals a hypnotic, incredibly long-lasting trail driven by heavy base notes of syrupy, dark Molasses, rich Labdanum, and glowing Amber. Balanced by structured Oakwood and earthy Vetiver, this dense, comforting composition cuts through chilly weather seamlessly, making it an extraordinary masterpiece for the autumn and winter seasons, as well as high-end formal evenings.