Summary
Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian is an oriental fragrance for women and men, launched in 2016, with the nose behind it being Francis Kurkdjian. Amber, vanilla, powdery and sweet accords shape it, with an aromatic touch, so the first impression is warm, sweet and softly powdery rather than fresh. Scento sells hand-decanted samples of Grand Soir in 2ml, 5ml and 8ml sizes, hand-poured from original full-sized bottles sourced through authorised European retailers.
Key Facts
- Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian is an oriental fragrance for women and men, launched in 2016.
- The nose behind Grand Soir is Francis Kurkdjian.
- This product was bought 798 times this week.
- Maison Francis Kurkdjian was founded in 2009 in France.
- Scento offers tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these perfumes authentic?
Yes. Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version.
What does Grand Soir smell like?
Grand Soir opens with Spanish Labdanum, Orange, develops into a heart of Lavender, Siam Benzoin, and settles into a base of Amber, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk, Cedar.
How long does Grand Soir last?
Based on aggregated user reviews, Grand Soir has long-lasting longevity with strong projection.
What's similar to Grand Soir?
Fragrances with a similar character include Stellar Silk, Gentle Fluidity Gold, Myrrh & Tonka.
Where can I buy Grand Soir samples?
You can buy authentic Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian samples and decants at Scento, hand-decanted from original full-sized bottles sourced through authorised European retailers.
Related Entities
- People
- Francis Kurkdjian, Marc Chaya
- Companies
- Scento, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, LVMH Group, Comité Colbert, BDK Parfums, Jo Malone London, Initio Parfums Prives, Penhaligon's, Yves Saint Laurent, Ex Nihilo, Creed, Memo Paris, Parfums de Marly, Boadicea The Victorious, Louis Vuitton
- Products
- Grand Soir, Baccarat Rouge 540, Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait, Oud Satin Mood, Gentle Fluidity Gold, Gentle Fluidity Silver, Oud Silk Mood, Petit Matin, Kurky, Aqua Universalis, À la rose, Stellar Silk, Myrrh & Tonka, Lift Me Up, Halfeti
- Locations
- France
More about Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir
Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian is an oriental fragrance for women and men, launched in 2016. The nose behind it is Francis Kurkdjian. Amber, vanilla, powdery and sweet accords shape it, with an aromatic touch, so the first impression is warm, sweet and softly powdery rather than fresh. Orange and Spanish labdanum make up the top notes, lavender and Siam benzoin the heart notes, and the base notes of amber, cedar, musk, tonka bean and vanilla leave a warm, sweet finish. Wearers choose Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir mostly in winter and fall, and almost always at night or in the evening. It suits anyone who wants a unisex amber vanilla scent for cold-weather dinners and dressed-up evenings after dark, and who prefers a warm, resinous drydown to a fresh one.
Featured Notes
Grand Soir opens with Spanish Labdanum, Orange, a heart of Lavender, Siam Benzoin, a base of Amber, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk.
- Top Notes
- Spanish Labdanum, Orange
- Heart Notes
- Lavender, Siam Benzoin
- Base Notes
- Amber, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk
Longevity & Projection
Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian offers long-lasting longevity with strong projection, best suited to winter and fall and the night and the evening.
What does Grand Soir smell like?
Grand Soir opens with Spanish Labdanum, Orange, develops into a heart of Lavender, Siam Benzoin, and settles into a base of Amber, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk, Cedar. The top notes lead the first impression, the heart defines its character after a few minutes, and the base is what lingers longest on skin and clothing.
How long does Grand Soir last?
Based on aggregated user reviews, Grand Soir has long-lasting longevity with strong projection. Performance varies with skin chemistry, season and how much you apply, so try a 2 ml or 5 ml decant first to see how it lasts on your skin before committing to a full bottle.
What's similar to Grand Soir?
Fragrances with a similar character include Stellar Silk, Gentle Fluidity Gold, Myrrh & Tonka. They share comparable notes and a similar wear experience, so they are a good place to start if you enjoy Grand Soir — and you can sample each as a 2 ml or 5 ml decant side by side before choosing a favourite.
Where can I buy Grand Soir samples?
You can buy authentic Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian samples and decants at Scento, hand-decanted from original full-sized bottles sourced through authorised European retailers. Choose from the sizes currently available on this product page, order online, and get tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries — so you can wear the real fragrance before committing to a full bottle. Availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.
Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a fragrance that opens with top notes of Spanish Labdanum, Orange, offers long-lasting longevity, projects with strong sillage.
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