Cloves perfume features a bold, spicy, and aromatic profile that immediately evokes warmth, richness, and depth. Derived from the dried flower buds of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum), this note has a distinctly peppery and slightly sweet edge, often associated with oriental and woody fragrance families. Clove oil rich in eugenol is naturally potent and lends a warm, slightly smoky complexity to perfumes, making it a favorite in both classic and modern compositions.
Historically, cloves were one of the most valuable spices in the ancient world, traded across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe for their medicinal, culinary, and aromatic properties. In perfumery, the use of cloves dates back to traditional incense blends, attars, and vintage-style fragrances, where it was often paired with amber, rose, cinnamon, and leather. Today, cloves are used in both masculine and unisex perfumes to add spice and sophistication, particularly in cooler-season or evening-oriented fragrances.
High-quality cloves perfumes are characterized by balanced blending, smooth transitions, and refined projection. Since clove is a strong and assertive note, skilled perfumers must tame its sharpness while preserving its warmth and richness. In well-crafted compositions, cloves are usually softened by florals (like rose or ylang-ylang), sweet notes (like vanilla or tonka bean), or woody bases (such as sandalwood or patchouli). The result is a layered and elegant fragrance that evolves beautifully on the skin.
The price of a cloves perfume often reflects the purity of the clove extract used, the supporting notes in the composition, and the complexity of the fragrance architecture. Lower-end perfumes may feature synthetic eugenol that smells flat or medicinal, while premium options utilize natural essential oils or lab-crafted aroma molecules designed for longevity and olfactory depth. At Riah, we only carry cloves perfumes that deliver both high performance and creative sophistication, ensuring value at every price level.
In the UAE and GCC, cloves perfumes range widely in price based on brand positioning, ingredient sourcing, and perfume concentration. Affordable designer or lifestyle perfumes that incorporate cloves in simpler compositions are generally priced between AED 150 and AED 400, typically available in Eau de Toilette or light Eau de Parfum formats. These are ideal for daily wear during the colder months or for those who enjoy subtle spicy tones without heaviness.
Premium and niche cloves perfumes especially from brands like Amouage, Serge Lutens, Diptyque, or Maison Francis Kurkdjian are priced from AED 600 to AED 1800+. These fragrances often pair cloves with oud, incense, or rare florals, offering a more exotic and complex scent experience. At Riah, we curate both entry-level options and high-end cloves perfumes, allowing customers to discover this bold, warming note in forms that match their budget and personal taste.
Worldwide, the pricing of cloves perfumes reflects the perfume’s composition, concentration, and branding. In Western markets, designer fragrances that feature cloves such as Yves Saint Laurent Opium, Tom Ford Noir Extreme, or Dolce & Gabbana The One for Men typically retail between $80 and $150, offering accessible yet polished spicy scent profiles. These often use cloves in moderation, paired with amber, cardamom, or citrus.
In the luxury and niche space, brands like Nasomatto, Byredo, and Ormonde Jayne explore clove in more artistic and concentrated formats, with prices ranging from $200 to $400 or more. These perfumes offer deeper, longer-lasting experiences that evolve in complex layers. In the GCC, prices may be slightly higher due to import costs and packaging upgrades, but Riah provides competitive pricing and curated selections tailored to the regional demand for bold, warm, and spicy fragrances.
The cheapness or expensiveness of cloves perfumes is typically linked to the formulation depth, ingredient quality, and bottle design. Lower-cost perfumes often feature clove as a standalone note, with minimal complexity. These are great for layering or for those looking to explore spicy scents at a lower investment. However, they may lack the refined balance, longevity, or olfactory sophistication of higher-end products.
In contrast, luxury cloves perfumes are designed as multi-layered aromatic experiences, where clove plays a central yet harmonized role within the fragrance. These are often housed in elegant bottles, made with high-quality natural or molecular ingredients, and designed to evolve over time with warm, resinous, and even floral undertones. At Riah, we present both affordable and premium cloves perfumes ensuring our customers can enjoy the spice and richness of this timeless note at every level of accessibility.
The best cloves perfumes offer a comforting yet bold sensory profile, where the spicy warmth of clove is balanced with sweetness, earthiness, or floral elegance. These perfumes are ideal for the colder months, special evenings, or occasions where a dramatic scent presence is appreciated. Longevity, sillage, and note transitions are clear indicators of quality. A well-made clove perfume should last 6–10 hours, leaving a rich, memorable trail without becoming too overwhelming.
Poor-quality cloves perfumes can be overly sharp, linear, or dry sometimes resembling the scent of dental clove oil rather than a fine fragrance. They may fade quickly or clash with other notes. At Riah, we handpick cloves perfumes that strike the right balance between tradition and modernity, ensuring our collection includes warm, elegant, and sensual clove-based compositions suited to the refined tastes of our customers across Dubai and the GCC.