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amber nuances and tactile finishes dominated the olfactive landscape. Texture itself has become the new signature. This evolution was especially visible in brands such as Élixir Privé, where compositions explored softness and texture with sophistication. Mango White stood out for its transition from tropical brightness into creamy rice accords layered with coconut woods and musk, creating a fragrance that felt comforting, elegant and quietly modern. Meanwhile, Amouage demonstrated how gourmand perfumery continues to evolve beyond sweetness. Rum, cocoa, heliotrope, vanilla and spice were handled with restraint, proving edible- inspired scent profiles can remain rich without becoming overwhelming. AT PARIS PERFUME Week 2026, fragrance felt like far more than scent alone. Across the fair, perfume became a meeting point between smell, storytelling, design, ritual and emotion. Throughout the event, Düllberg Konzentra observed a growing movement toward soft skin- like compositions, collectable packaging and deeply narrative-driven brands. The industry is entering a new chapter where identity matters more than intensity and meaning becomes just as important as composition itself. SOFTNESS TAKES OVER One of the strongest shifts visible throughout the event was the growing movement toward intimacy in scent. Fragrances are increasingly designed to sit closer to the skin, diffusing softly rather than projecting loudly. Creamy sandalwoods, airy musks, powdery textures, dry woods, warm True Essence NICHEFRAGRANCES EVOLVINGBEYOND THESCENT Paris Perfume Week revealed the fragrance’s emotional, immersive and artistic evolution P A R F U M P L U S 50