The fragrance NIRAL (unique, calm, serene) is a perfume inspired by an interesting and unique relationship between British sericulture expert, author, printing-dyeing industrialist Sir Thomas Wardle (1831-1909) and India, celebrating his immense contribution to the promotion of Indian wild silk trade from Bengal and Kashmir to Europe.
Wardle perfected the technique for natural dyeing of the textured “tussar” silk, achieving stunning jewel toned colours reflected in our new box. His wife, Lady Elizabeth Wardle, founded the Leek Embroidery Society working on artistic needlework projects with tussar silk.
NIRAL, through its blend of rich raw materials is an ode to this quietly forceful silk ambassador. The perfume opens with iris, tea and liqueur notes weaving an intricate pattern with floral notes and spices akin to the textural delight of a piece of tussar silk, and symbolizing a unique relationship between two countries linked by a common heritage.
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Our 2ml samples may either be original samples provided by the brand or hand-decanted by Niche Scents. Hand-decanted samples are rebottled into high-quality glass atomisers. Type and colour of the atomiser may vary depending on supplier availability.
I was hoping to find something truly special and unique with this fragrance, but unfortunately, it fell flat. There’s nothing distinctive about it — in fact, it smells quite generic, almost like something made for mass appeal. Disappointing, especially when I was looking for something that would stand out.
