Armaf’s Odyssey Dubai Chocolat: Decadence in a bottle
Armaf, the house behind some of the boldest budget perfumes, bottled the viral Dubai chocolate craze in a scent that proves that you don’t just have to eat dessert–you can wear it too
It all began with a sweet craze—Dubai chocolate. The creamy pistachio-filled treat that once went viral for its crunchy yet rich, melt-in-your-mouth allure has now inspired a fragrance of its own.
Armaf, the house behind some of the boldest budget perfumes, bottled that viral indulgence in the form of Odyssey Dubai Chocolat Eau de Parfum. It's a scent that proves you don't just have to eat dessert—you can wear it too.
From the very first spritz of the perfume, Odyssey Dubai Chocolat seduces the senses with milk chocolate and pistachio, opening like a freshly unwrapped truffle from a Mediterranean view.
The top notes burst with a comforting sweetness—smooth, earthy, nutty, and slightly smoky—that evokes the feeling of luxury cafés and late-night cravings. As the scent unfolds, it deepens with roasted coffee and spicy cardamom from the raw spice market, giving it a plush warmth that clings beautifully to the skin.
The base notes are the real magic, consisting of amberwood, caramel, and tonka, which will surely leave an impression on anyone with a nose for sophisticated fragrances.
Online fragrance enthusiasts have already crowned it as "a chocolate avalanche with café undertones." But unlike some overly sugary gourmands, this one remains refined and wearable.
It hits that perfect middle ground—decadent but never dizzying—making it a unisex choice for those who like their perfumes rich but balanced.
Performance is another area where this scent truly shines. Odyssey Dubai Chocolat projects strongly in the first hour and leaves a velvety trail that lasts up to eight hours on clothes.
Expect it to linger on the skin for six hours of wear, though it performs even better in cool weather. A single spray goes a long way—ideal for evenings, date nights, or colder months when the chocolate and nutty notes bloom beautifully.
And then there's the bottle. The metallic bronze Odyssey design with its glossy finish is sleek, weighty, and unapologetically luxe for its price. The fragrance leans ever so slightly masculine because of its roasted coffee heart, yet the creamy chocolate base keeps it unisex and seductive.
In short, Armaf Odyssey Dubai Chocolat is the kind of perfume that makes you smell like temptation itself—elegant, edible, and impossible to forget.
Price: Tk3,300
Where to buy: Perfume House Bangladesh
