Top luxurious perfumes
A curated selection of luxury niche perfumes from renowned houses all over the world, from silky extraits to bold, animalic scents. Every order ships with a free sample (simply write a note in the comment field you want one added to your purchase), so you can discover your next signature scent with confidence.
Since 2009, we've immersed ourselves in the world of luxury perfumes. That passion grew into our webshop in 2011, allowing us to bring the finest niche perfumes from renowned perfume houses worldwide to everyone — not just visitors to our boutique in Amsterdam, but anyone with an eye for originality.
To us, a luxury perfume is a small work of art, hand-composed by a master perfumer who refuses to settle for safe, mass-appealing scent notes. We genuinely believe that same originality runs through every one of our luxury products — from the silky extraits of Maison Francis Kurkdjian to the raw, untamed power of Orto Parisi's extrait de parfums.
Eau de toilette, eau de parfum or extrait de parfum: What's the difference?
The distinction between these three comes down to the percentage of perfume oil. The higher that percentage, the more intense and long-lasting the scent.
- Eau de Toilette — 6 to 12% oil, lasts 3 to 6 hours
- Eau de Parfum — 10 to 20% oil, lasts throughout the day
- Extrait de Parfum — 20 to 35% oil, noticeable for hours, sometimes 24+
For true connoisseurs of long-lasting scent, an extrait is the natural choice. Some houses focus entirely on this more intense concentration, such as Francesca Bianchi, Orto Parisi, Nasomatto and Annindriya. Other brands offer a fragrance across multiple concentrations, like Marc-Antoine Barrois with Ganymède in both extrait and eau de parfum, or Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Amyris Homme as an eau de toilette and extrait de parfum. And some houses blend both worlds: Parfum d'Empire carries a beautiful line of eau de parfums, alongside Ruade extrait de parfum as the ultimate luxury scent within their collection.
Building your own scent wardrobe
Most perfume lovers don't stop at one bottle. Just like a wardrobe of clothes, every occasion calls for a different scent. A busy workday might call for something fresh, green, or citrus-driven (try Wasabi Klub by Room 1015, Paradisi by Scotland's Jorum Studio, Vetyver Messager by Parfums MDCI, or Silver Ceremony by BDK Parfums), while an intimate dinner suits something warmer and woodier — think Madagascar Le Baume Vanille by Parfum d'Empire or Poppy Riot by Room 1015. For a gala or a wedding, the sillage can be bolder still, like Strangelove NYC. This is how a collection gradually grows into a true scent wardrobe: a signature scent for every moment.
Our current favorite luxury perfumes
- Strangelove NYC – fallintostars: pure oudh, Indian rose and pink pepper
- Maison Francis Kurkdjian – Oud Satin Mood Extrait: silky rose meets dark oud wood
- Grossmith – Golden Chypre: a classic British chypre, brightened by citrus
- Marc-Antoine Barrois – Ganymede Extrait: mineral, spicy, with a boundless sillage
- BDK Parfums – Stellar Silk: a silky, seductive gourmand
- Parfum d'Empire – Ruade: raw, animalic leather with character
- Azman – Majnoon: rich coffee, oudh and pomegranate
- Parfums MDCI – Invasion Barbare: an iconic, spicy fougère
- Papillon – Dryad: a deep green chypre, like a walk through an ancient forest
Why customers keep coming back
As a retailer of more than 50 unique niche perfume houses, we offer a carefully curated collection within the world of luxury perfumes. Every online order comes with free samples, so new scents can be discovered comfortably at home before committing to a full bottle. For personal advice, our boutique in Amsterdam is open six days a week. We're also happy to arrange an online consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the best perfume for myself?
Always test a scent on your own skin, never just on a test strip, and give it a few hours to develop. Only then does its true character — shaped by your unique skin chemistry — come through.
What's the difference between eau de parfum and extrait?
It mainly comes down to perfume oil concentration. An extrait can contain up to three times more oil than an eau de parfum, which means it lasts considerably longer, often with just a single spray.
Does a luxury perfume last longer?
Yes. Thanks to a higher percentage of natural fragrance ingredients, niche perfumes typically last noticeably longer than mainstream fragrances.
Is a luxury perfume a good gift?
Absolutely. Every online order is wrapped free of charge and with care, including a sample to help discover new scents.
How long does one bottle last?
With two to three sprays a day, a 50ml bottle typically lasts six to twelve months. An extrait, used more sparingly, often lasts even longer.
Does Perfume Lounge ship luxury perfumes outside the Netherlands?
Yes, we ship worldwide. Every order is carefully and freely wrapped, including a sample of your choice. See our shipping terms here: https://www.perfumelounge.eu/shipping
Your scent journey starts here
Explore our collection of luxury perfumes online, or visit our boutique in Amsterdam for personal advice. Every order is wrapped free of charge and with care, including a sample, so you can discover, at your own pace, the scent that truly fits you.