A Fire Within Eau de Parfum

A Fire Within — Strangelove NYC is a dark, smoky, and emotionally charged fragrance that explores the tension between destruction and renewal through a deeply atmospheric blend of oud, incense, woods, and warm gourmand nuances. Created by perfumer Hamid Merati-Kashani, the composition opens with an unusual yet captivating fusion of apple, pink pepper, chamomile, carrot, and cypress, creating an immediate sensation of aromatic warmth, herbal freshness, and smoldering intensity. The heart unfolds into a mystical accord of geranium and incense, adding resinous depth and a sacred smoky aura that feels both meditative and powerfully sensual. As it settles, the fragrance reveals a rich and textured base of oud, cedarwood, and vanilla, leaving a warm, woody, and subtly creamy trail that feels mysterious, primal, and deeply addictive. The fragrance has been widely described by enthusiasts as smoky, resinous, and emotionally immersive, balancing darkness with smooth vanilla warmth and refined woody elegance.

Fragrance family: Woody, Resinous, Smoky Oriental

Olfactive pyramid
Top notes: Apple, pink pepper, chamomile, carrot, cypress
Middle notes: Geranium, incense
Base notes: Oud, cedarwood, vanilla