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Tiziana Terenzi

Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

Every Tiziana Terenzi decant and perfume sample at Scento is hand-decanted from a sealed, original bottle — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. A house from Italy founded in 1968, Tiziana Terenzi is known for signature notes like Passionfruit, Lily-of-the-valley, Peach; explore 12 fragrances in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml sizes from €6.90 – €26.90 and test a scent properly before committing to a full bottle.

  • Authentic · hand-decanted from sealed bottles
  • Sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
  • Tracked shipping to 27 European markets

Tiziana Terenzi is a luxury Italian niche fragrance house founded in 1968, renowned for crafting sophisticated, artistic scents that defy convention. Each fragrance is meticulously handcrafted using rare, high-quality raw materials, capturing emotions and memories through bold, unexpected olfactory compositions inspired by travel and universal human experiences. The brand represents an unwavering commitment to perfume artistry, where every bottle is a collectible masterpiece reflecting three generations of passion and expertise.

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Founded Year:1968
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About Tiziana Terenzi

Established
2012
Origin
Cattolica, Italy

Tiziana Terenzi is a family-owned Italian niche house from Cattolica that grew out of a candle-making workshop and launched its perfumes in 2012. Created by siblings Tiziana (artistic director) and Paolo Terenzi (the in-house nose), its fragrances are extravagant, powerful extrait de parfum compositions — many named for stars and constellations in the celebrated Luna Collection — known for legendary longevity and ornate, gold-finished bottles.

Bold, opulent and built for projection: high-concentration extrait de parfum fragrances that range from sweet fruity-gourmand chypres to smoky woody and rose-oud orientals, prized for intensity and exceptional longevity.

Signature notes

  • Passionfruit
  • Rose
  • Oud
  • Vanilla
  • Patchouli
  • Musk
  • Pineapple
  • Amber

History & heritage

The Terenzi story begins in wax, not perfume: the family workshop traces back to Cereria Terenzi, founded in 1968 in Cattolica by Evelino Terenzi, continuing a candle-making tradition his father had helped establish. Decades of artisanal scented-candle craft laid the groundwork for the fragrance house that followed.

In 2012 Evelino's children, Tiziana and Paolo Terenzi, launched the Tiziana Terenzi perfume house, debuting its first extrait de parfum line — including Gold Rose Oudh. Tiziana serves as artistic director and designer, while Paolo is the company's president and nose, formulating the scents the house is known for.

The brand quickly became a collector's name in Italian niche perfumery with its star-themed Luna Collection — Kirke, Cassiopea, Orion and others — alongside lines like the Comet and Luna Star attars. Bottles finished in pure gold and Tuscan wood, with proportions inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, complete the house's blend of family heritage and avant-garde luxury.

How to choose your Tiziana Terenzi

Tiziana Terenzi works almost entirely in extrait de parfum, so these scents are dense and remarkably long-lasting — a 2ml or 5ml decant is the ideal way to test one on your skin before a full bottle, since a little goes a long way.

If you love sweet, statement fragrances, begin with Kirke — its passionfruit-and-vanilla richness is the house signature and a fantastic autumn, winter or evening pick. For something fresher and more floral with the same DNA, Cassiopea is the daytime and warmer-weather counterpart.

Drawn to woody or oud-centred scents? Orion is the smoky, fruity-woody crowd-pleaser, while Gold Rose Oudh delivers a plush rose-oud for special occasions. Because the Luna Collection shares a family resemblance, a small decant set is the best way to find which constellation suits you before investing.

How to buy Tiziana Terenzi samples in Europe

To buy Tiziana Terenzi samples in Europe you have a few honest routes: official Tiziana Terenzi boutiques and authorised retailers for full bottles, or Scento for authenticated Tiziana Terenzi decants in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml. On Scento, Tiziana Terenzi samples start at €6.90 — and a 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so you can try the scent properly before committing to a full size.

Best way to buy Tiziana Terenzi in Europe

Ways to buy Tiziana Terenzi in Europe, compared by commitment, EU delivery and what each route is best for.
RouteSmallest commitmentEU delivery & customsBest for
Official Tiziana Terenzi boutique or siteFull bottle (50–100ml)Set by the brand; varies by countryOwning the full bottle, sealed and gift-ready
Authorised retailer or department storeFull bottleIn store, or online where the retailer ships in the EUTrying in person before buying a bottle
Scento authenticated decants2ml / 5ml / 8ml decant — from €6.90Ships from the EU to 27 European markets, no extra customsTrying Tiziana Terenzi before a full bottle, at the lowest entry price
Official Tiziana Terenzi discovery set (where offered)Brand-curated mini setOnly where the brand ships it to your countrySampling a themed range chosen by the house

Routes and availability vary by brand and country — always confirm current stock, sizes and prices with each seller before buying.

Tiziana Terenzi sample prices & decant facts

Origin
Italy
Founded
1968
Scents in stock
12
From (2ml)
€6.90
From (5ml)
€15.90
Sizes
2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
Signature notes
Passionfruit, Lily-of-the-valley, Peach
Authenticity
Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial
Last reviewed
2026-06-18

Tiziana Terenzi decants & perfume samples — your questions answered

What is Tiziana Terenzi known for?

Tiziana Terenzi is a family-owned Italian niche house known for bold, opulent extrait de parfum fragrances with exceptional longevity, ornate gold-finished bottles, and its star-themed Luna Collection. It is especially associated with the cult fruity-gourmand scent Kirke and rose-oud Gold Rose Oudh.

Which Tiziana Terenzi fragrance should I try first?

Kirke is the most popular starting point — a sweet, sensual passionfruit-and-vanilla fragrance that defines the house style. If you prefer something woody and fruity-smoky, Orion (often compared to Aventus) is the alternative. Sampling either as a 2ml or 5ml decant is the easiest way to choose.

What does Tiziana Terenzi smell like?

The house spans sweet fruity-gourmand chypres like Kirke and Cassiopea, smoky woody scents like Orion, and deep rose-oud orientals like Gold Rose Oudh. Most are extrait de parfum, so they read intense, sweet and warm, with powerful projection and very long wear.

Why is Tiziana Terenzi so long-lasting?

Most Tiziana Terenzi fragrances are released in extrait de parfum — the highest, most concentrated form — which gives them their hallmark depth and very long longevity. A small amount projects strongly, so trying a decant first helps you gauge how the intensity wears on you.

Are Tiziana Terenzi decants and perfume samples authentic?

Yes. Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

How many sprays are in a Tiziana Terenzi sample?

As a rough guide, a perfume atomizer gives about 10–15 sprays per millilitre, so a 2ml Tiziana Terenzi sample is roughly 20–30 sprays, a 5ml about 50–75, and an 8ml about 80–120. Exact counts vary with the atomizer and how heavily you spray. Available sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml.

Do I pay customs or VAT on Tiziana Terenzi samples in the EU?

No extra customs for EU orders. Scento ships Tiziana Terenzi decants from within the EU to 27 European markets, so EU buyers pay no import duties or customs charges and usually receive their order in 1–5 business days. Orders to non-EU European countries may be subject to local import VAT set by your country, not by Scento.

Should I buy a Tiziana Terenzi decant or a full bottle?

Buy a decant to test or rotate a scent, and a full bottle once you know you love it. A 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so it lets you wear Tiziana Terenzi for days before committing to full-bottle price. For sealed presentation or gifting, an official boutique or authorised retailer is the better route.