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Kismet Olfactive is a New York City-based independent fragrance studio founded by perfumer Shabnam Tavakol. The studio produces small-batch, niche fine fragrances that draw on Persian heritage, personal history, and a broad range of cultural influences.
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About Kismet Olfactive
Founded in
New York City
Founder
Shabnam Tavakol
Product type
Niche fine fragrances, candles, custom fragrances, merchandise
Production method
Small-batch, hand-selected oils and sustainable raw materials
Free shipping from
$150
Currency
USD and CAD
Custom fragrance
Available, in collaboration with in-house perfumer
Price range
From $60 (sample sets) to $185 (fine fragrances)
Kismet Olfactive operates firmly in the premium niche fragrance segment, positioning itself for consumers who seek alternatives to mainstream commercial perfumes and value artisanal production over mass-market availability. The studio's philosophy centers on translating emotion and serendipitous life moments into wearable scents, informed by Shabnam Tavakol's training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery in southern France and professional experience with fragrance houses in Paris and New York City. The range is intentionally unisex and shaped by an eclectic set of references including 1960s counterculture, Eastern philosophies, nostalgia, and synesthesia, making it relevant to a culturally curious, fragrance-literate audience. Small-batch formulation and hand-selected raw materials are central to the brand's identity, meaning each bottle is produced in limited quantities.
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Kismet Olfactive in the news
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Kismet Olfactive featured in summer cologne roundup
InStyle included Kismet Olfactive in an overview of notable summer fragrances. The selection moved away from traditional aquatic scents toward fresher, more contemporary options. Kismet Olfactive was highlighted as part of this shift in seasonal fragrance choices.
Kismet Olfactive debuts new fragrance line at Stéle
Kismet Olfactive has introduced a new fragrance collection, made available exclusively through retailer Stéle. The launch marks a focused retail partnership for the brand's latest olfactory offerings.
Kismet Olfactive named a grooming brand to watch
InsideHook included Kismet Olfactive alongside The Grey in a roundup of grooming brands worth paying attention to. The feature positioned both labels as notable names in their respective categories. Kismet Olfactive was recognized for its presence in the fragrance space.
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Is Kismet Olfactive a trustworthy webshop?
Kismet Olfactive is an established independent fragrance studio founded by a trained perfumer with professional experience at fragrance houses in Paris and New York City. The brand has received press coverage and customer reviews, and sells through its own webshop with standard checkout and shipping options.
Do I get free shipping on my Kismet Olfactive order?
Free shipping is available on orders of $150 or more. Orders below that threshold do not automatically qualify for free shipping.
Can I try a fragrance before buying a full bottle?
Kismet Olfactive offers a Classic Collection Sample Set, priced at $60, which allows customers to explore multiple fragrances before committing to a full-size bottle at $185.
Does Kismet Olfactive offer custom fragrances?
Yes. The studio offers a custom fragrance service where customers work collaboratively with the in-house perfumer, Shabnam Tavakol, to create an original bespoke scent.
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