Armaf Perfumes: Brand Guide and 9 Scents Worth Knowing
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Armaf is the UAE perfume house behind Club de Nuit Intense Man, one of the most talked-about budget fragrances online. It is best known for big, long-lasting sprays that often take inspiration from famous designer and niche perfumes, at a fraction of the price.
Here is a short guide to the brand, and nine Armaf perfumes worth knowing, with the notes for each.
The short answer
Start with Club de Nuit Intense Man if you want the classic. Women should try Club de Nuit Intense Woman for a rich rose, or Club de Nuit Woman for something lighter. For a modern, airy saffron scent, go for Club de Nuit Untold. For fresh everyday wear, Club de Nuit Iconic.
About Armaf
- Who makes it: Armaf’s scents are produced by Sterling Perfumes Industries, a manufacturing business set up by the Fakhruddin family.
- The idea behind it: the brand credits Ali Fakhruddin with its founding principle that “every link in the chain must benefit”.
- Growth: Armaf says production grew from 250 pieces a day to around 250,000, and that it now sells in 92 countries, with a growing push into the US.
- Collections: Club de Nuit, Odyssey, Tres Nuit, Eter, Bucephalus and Tag, plus niche lines such as Oros.
Source: Armaf, About Us.
Nine Armaf perfumes worth knowing
1. Club de Nuit Intense Man: the famous one
Men | Eau de Toilette | 2015
Top: Lemon, Pineapple, Bergamot, Black Currant, Apple · Heart: Birch, Jasmine, Rose · Base: Musk, Ambergris, Patchouli, Vanilla
Smoky birch, pineapple and citrus. This is the scent that made Armaf a household name, and fans often compare it to Creed Aventus at a fraction of the price.
2. Club de Nuit Intense Woman: rose, saffron and oud
Women | Eau de Parfum
Top: Rose, Saffron, Geranium · Heart: Nutmeg, Pepper, Violet, Caraway · Base: Patchouli, Oud, Vanilla, Amber
A dark, rich rose with saffron, patchouli and a touch of oud. Often compared to Tom Ford Noir de Noir. Parfumo users rate its longevity 8.1 out of 10.
3. Club de Nuit Untold: saffron and amberwood
Unisex | Eau de Parfum | 2022
Top: Saffron, Jasmine · Heart: Amberwood, Ambergris · Base: Fir Resin, Cedar
Airy saffron, jasmine and ambery woods. Fans often compare it to Baccarat Rouge 540.
4. Club de Nuit Iconic: fresh citrus and incense
Men | Eau de Parfum | 2022
Top: Grapefruit, Lemon, Mint, Pink Pepper, Coriander · Heart: Ginger, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Melon · Base: Incense, Amber, Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Labdanum, Woody Notes
Grapefruit, ginger and incense over smooth woods. Often compared to Bleu de Chanel, and an easy everyday or office scent.
5. Club de Nuit Milestone: red fruits and sea notes
Men | Eau de Parfum | 2019
Top: Bergamot, Red Fruits, Sea Notes · Heart: Violet, Sandalwood, White Woods · Base: Vetiver, Musk, Ambroxan
A fresh, slightly fruity scent with sea notes, violet and ambroxan. A good warm-weather pick.
6. Club de Nuit Woman: a bright fruity floral
Women | Eau de Parfum
Top: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Peach, Orange · Heart: Rose, Jasmine, Geranium, Lychee · Base: Patchouli, Musk, Vanilla, Vetiver
Grapefruit, peach and rose over patchouli and musk.
7. Odyssey Mandarin Sky: sweet orange and caramel
Men | Eau de Parfum | 2023
Top: Mandarin, Orange, Saffron, Sage · Heart: Caramel, Tonka Bean, Marigold · Base: Ambroxan, Cedar, Vetiver
Mandarin and orange on top, then caramel and tonka, finishing on ambroxan and woods. Bright, sweet and very wearable.
8. Lion’s Club Courageux: tobacco, honey and apple
Men
Top: Tobacco, Cinnamon, Honey, Osmanthus · Heart: Apple, Cashmeran, Geranium, Rose · Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Amber
Warm tobacco, honey and cinnamon with apple and rose. A cosy pick for autumn and winter evenings.
9. Eter Arabian Sky: tropical citrus and amber
Unisex
Top: Orange, Pineapple, Bergamot, Lemon, Grapefruit, Pepper · Heart: Lavender, Caramel, Geranium, Ylang-Ylang · Base: Amber, Musk, Cedar, Vetiver, Patchouli, Leather
Pineapple and citrus over lavender, caramel and a leathery amber base.
Which Armaf should you choose?
- The crowd favourite: Club de Nuit Intense Man
- Rich and evening, for women: Club de Nuit Intense Woman
- Light and daytime, for women: Club de Nuit Woman
- Fresh and office-friendly: Club de Nuit Iconic or Milestone
- Sweet and modern: Odyssey Mandarin Sky
- Warm winter scent: Lion’s Club Courageux
See our full comparison of Club de Nuit Intense Man vs Creed Aventus, the list of perfumes like Creed Aventus, and all Armaf perfumes in our database.
FAQ
Is Armaf an Arabian brand?
Yes. Armaf describes itself as one of the leading perfume brands in the UAE, and its scents are made by Sterling Perfumes Industries.
What is the most popular Armaf perfume?
Club de Nuit Intense Man is Armaf’s best-known scent, largely because fans compare it to Creed Aventus at a much lower price.
Are Armaf perfumes long-lasting?
Many are. Club de Nuit Intense Woman, for example, is rated 8.1 out of 10 for longevity by Parfumo users. Results vary with skin and weather.
