What The Best KAYALI Perfumes Smell Like
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Founded by beauty icon Mona Kattan in 2018, KAYALI was born from a lifelong passion for fragrance. "Fragrance has been an obsession of mine for as long as I can remember. I often say it's like a bookmark in your life, deeply tied to memory and emotion," Mona tells Space NK. For her, scent isn't just a finishing touch but a mark of identity, a mood-setter and your own main character energy.
Raised in the USA and now based in Dubai, Mona infused KAYALI with the rich Middle Eastern tradition of layering. "In the Middle East, the tradition of layering perfumes is both an art and a personal experience, and that philosophy lies at the heart of KAYALI." The name itself means 'my imagination' in Arabic, and that spirit runs through every bottle. Even the numbers in each fragrance name indicate how many iterations it took to earn Mona’s seal of approval.
The result? A collection made to be explored, adored and worn your way. As Mona puts it, "Ultimately, I wanted to create a brand that encourages people to use fragrance as a form of self-love and self-care." Whether you're craving confidence, comfort, joy or pure glamour, KAYALI invites you to create your mood. These are our top picks from the collection...
The Best Kayali Perfumes
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Vanilla 28, £ 28,00A crowd-pleasing vanilla, it is clear to see why this is the bestselling scent across Mona's community. A duo of vanilla orchid and vanilla Madagascar is made all the more addictive by creamy tonka and brown sugar. A base of musk and amber adds warmth and comfort. You'll love it on its own, but Mona adds, "It's the best topper for layering! I always say it's like adding whipped cream to your favourite dessert!"
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Eden Juicy Apple, £ 28,00Ideal for action-packed summer days, this fruity floral blend brings fun, playful energy. Juicy red apple, lychee and wild berries are refined by jasmine, vanilla flower and musk for a moreish and vibrant combination. Mona's favourite pairing with Eden Juicy Apple is KAYALI’s vanilla-based scents to heighten the Gourmand experience. "It smells just like a warm, cosy apple pie. So comforting and delicious!", she adds.
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Yum Boujee Marshmallow, £ 28,00If sweet fragrances are your vibe, then look no further than Boujee Marshmallow 81. Think fluffy pink marshmallow, succulent strawberry and freesia, with whipped vanilla and coconut. Totally indulgent, divinely feminine. Worn alone, it creates the ultimate self-love moment, but you can also add depth for evening plans by layering with muskier, woody notes. "Layering this fragrance with Freedom Musk Santal | 34 creates this soft, addictive contrast that's both sweet and sensual,” advises Mona.
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The Wedding Silk Santal, £ 28,00KAYALI’s blend of champagne, jasmine and sandalwood is just as sophisticated, elegant and celebratory as it sounds. Inspired by the happiest day of her life, Mona set out to create this fragrance as a celebration of love. Wedding Silk Santal is ready to be worn at your most exquisite occasions, and to transport you back to special times. Mona adds, "My mom used to wear the most beautiful jasmine-scented fragrance, and to this day, whenever I smell jasmine, it instantly brings me back to her. It's such a powerful reminder of her love and warmth. Even now, my father will occasionally surprise me with jasmine, knowing how much that scent means to me."
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Oudgasm Vanilla Oud, £ 119,00If you are new to Oud, this opulent blend is the best place to start. Bottling the cherished Middle Eastern note, the scent is designed to bottle a euphoric, transformative feeling Mona felt when she moved to Dubai. The blend celebrates oud with complex saffron, comforting cashmere, white musk, and rich praline. Warm, sensual and luxurious, this is the kind of fragrance that captivates and will be sure to help you make an entrance.
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Maldives Ylang Coco, £ 28,00Step forward to the islands with this tropical gourmand scent, inspired by Mona's honeymoon. Silky coconut milk and ylang-ylang meet banana blossom, starfruit and wild lemon for a refreshing and uplifting fragrance. This may be your new go-to summer scent and is ideal for layering with other tropical or gourmand fragrances such as lychee or pistachio.
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