Regalien Istanbul

What is Régalien Istanbul?

  • Brand : Régalien Istanbul is a luxury niche perfume brand founded in 2016 by brothers Bilen and Varol Besen in Istanbul.

  • Name & Philosophy : The name 'Régalien' means "belonging to royalty" and refers to the ambition to convey noble elegance and grandeur through perfumes. The brand creates fragrances that blend traditional Eastern inspiration with Western refinement, all set within a rich cultural context.

Some Signature Fragrances (with notes)

Below is a selection of popular Régalien fragrances and their olfactive profiles:

  • Turkuaz – Woody Aquatic

    • Notes : Marine and ozonic elements, saffron, seaweed, cassis, Turkish rose, oakmoss, amber, and ambroxan. A fresh, maritime scent reminiscent of the Turkish coast.

  • Şah – Woody Spicy, modern oriental

    • Notes : Ozone/mineral, heart of Turkish rose, nutmeg, clove, saffron, geranium; base of Cambodian oud, patchouli, and cedarwood. A fragrance that evokes power, tradition, and luxury.

  • Hâtir – Amber Vanilla, gourmands

    • Notes : Top notes of Turkish coffee, white chocolate, and amber; heart of caramel, vanilla, incense, and iris; base notes of vetiver, ginger, and tonka bean. Inspired by the symbolism of coffee culture in Turkey.

  • Nazen – Floral, spring energetic

    • Notes : Top notes of peach, green notes, and bergamot; heart of tuberose, jasmine, gardenia, ylang-ylang, and lily; base of coconut, butter, white musk, and vanilla. An ode to palace gardens at the arrival of spring.

  • Ala – Amber, oriental

    • Notes : Top notes of cinnamon, cognac, apricot, coriander, and whisky; heart of honey, geranium, rosemary, and Turkish rose; base notes of tonka bean, vanilla, benzoin, labdanum, amber, and natural musk. Inspired by the amber and musk used by calligraphers in Ottoman palaces.

  • Marrakesh – Spicy Oriental

    • Notes : Top notes of petitgrain, lemon, cedar needles, and coriander; heart notes of lavender, jasmine, and cumin; base notes of amber, patchouli, cedarwood, and incense. A multi-dimensional and intense fragrance.

Summary in table form

Smell Character / Theme Fragrance type / Notes
Turkuaz Maritime, refreshing Sea, saffron, seaweed, amber, ambery wood
Sha Kingship, oriental luxury Rose, saffron, spices, oud, patchouli, cedarwood
Hatir Gourmand amber, coffee Turkish coffee, white chocolate, vanilla, incense
Nazen Spring, palace gardens Flowers (tuberose, jasmine, gardenia…), vanilla
Ala Historic amber, musk Cinnamon, cognac, honey, amber, tonka bean
Marrakech Complex, oriental-spicy Lavender, jasmine, cumin, amber, patchouli