Tughra
A deep, smoky oriental created by Tiziana Terenzi, centering on dense incense, resins, three distinct regional ouds, and warm saffron.
Perfumer: Paolo Terenzi
Tughra
*Tughra* is an Eau de Parfum by Tiziana Terenzi, inspired by the imperial calligraphic monogram and personal seal of Ottoman sultans.
About This Fragrance
The concept originated during visits by Tiziana and Paolo Terenzi to Istanbul's Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace. Drawn to the aesthetic heritage of Anatolian culture, they developed this composition. The presentation incorporates a traditional evil eye charm on the flacon, serving as a decorative emblem of protection and historical tribute.
Scent Profile
The perfume opens with a rich incense blend that pairs African incense, Ethiopian myrrh, and Turkish incense tree with the dry culinary warmth of Alba nutmeg and soft velvet flower. As the opening resinous smoke settles, a multi-faceted heart reveals dark woodiness built from three distinct oud varieties hailing from Cambodia, India, and Laos. This deep resinous core is tempered by dry, aromatic Italian lavender and the bittersweet, leathery tinge of Sicilian saffron. In the drydown, earthy Indian red patchouli and smoky Tahitian vetiver meet dense Brazilian guaiac wood, grounded by a lingering foundation of musk and salty ambergris.
Who It's For & When to Wear It
With its pronounced balsamic resins and dark woods, *Tughra* is well suited to late autumn and winter evenings. It appeals to wearers drawn to unhurried, smoky oriental fragrances where woods and traditional incense materials take center stage without candied sweetness.
