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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir
Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Grand Soir

Citrus
Fresh
Aromatic
Woody
Musky
Powdery
Amber
EDP · 2016 · unisex

Maison Francis Kurkdjian is the eponymous house of a master perfumer whose work spans luxury and niche markets. Founded in 2009, the brand has built a reputation for technically proficient fragrances that balance accessibility with sophistication, making it a reliable touchstone for well-crafted compositions.

Grand Soir opens with bright orange and Spanish labdanum, establishing an immediate sweetness that sets the tone. The heart introduces lavender and Siam benzoin, which softens the initial brightness and adds a resinous, slightly powdery quality. The base deepens considerably, layering amber, cedar, musk, tonka bean, and vanilla into a warm, enveloping finish. The overall DNA is decidedly gourmand -- this is a fragrance built on sweetness and comfort rather than complexity, with the spice of labdanum and the grounding effect of cedar preventing it from becoming cloying.

Grand Soir works well for anyone seeking a reliable evening scent that reads as polished without demanding attention. It's particularly suited to cooler weather and indoor settings where its warm, vanilla-forward base can develop without dissipating too quickly. This fragrance aligns with The Romantic, The Hedonist, and The Homesteader.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
22%
Fresh
37%
Aromatic
57%
Woody
21%
Musky
21%
Powdery
37%
Amber
100%
Warm Spicy
50%
Balsamic
60%
Vanilla
90%
Sweet
100%
Gourmand
70%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Orange
Orange
Warm, round, and familiar, sweet orange is the most approachable of the citrus family. In perfumery it reads as sunlit and optimistic, with a gentle warmth that stops short of heaviness. Orange is frequently used to smooth and soften citrus openings, adding a natural sweetness that makes compositions feel immediately welcoming.
Spanish Labdanum
Spanish Labdanum
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Lavender
Lavender
One of perfumery's most essential and beloved notes, clean, herbal, and slightly sweet with a calming, familiar quality that works in almost any context. Lavender is simultaneously the most versatile and the most human of ingredients: it appears in barbershop colognes, romantic florals, and sophisticated orientals alike. A note that simply works.
Siam Benzoin
Siam Benzoin
Base · 3–12 hrs
Amber
Amber
A warm, resinous accord rather than a single ingredient, amber is typically built from labdanum, benzoin, and vanilla to create a rich, honeyed, almost solar warmth. It's the quintessential base-note family, adding a comforting richness that makes fragrances feel complete. The difference between a fragrance feeling cold and feeling alive.
Cedar
Cedar
Musk
Musk
The base layer of almost every modern fragrance, a soft, warm, skin-like scent that extends longevity and bridges other notes together. Natural musk was once derived from deer (now banned); today's musks are synthetic and range from clean and soapy to dark and animalic. The right musk makes a fragrance smell like 'you.'
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean
Sweet, powdery, and almond-like with hay-like, slightly tobacco undertones, tonka bean is one of perfumery's most useful base notes. It shares coumarin with fresh hay and freshly cut grass, adding a warmth that feels nostalgic and comforting. Essential in gourmand and soft oriental fragrances.
Vanilla
Vanilla
Warm, sweet, and universally appealing, vanilla is to fragrance what salt is to cooking. Real vanilla is complex and slightly smoky, though most perfumery vanilla is synthetic and reads as clean, sweet, and creamy. It slows the evaporation of other notes and is the reason certain fragrances feel like a second skin.
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The RomanticBest match91% match
Your fragrance is a love letter you never stop writing.

Warm roses, vanilla, amber, creamy musks. Soft, evolving, intimate.

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The Hedonist86% match
More is more. You've always known this.

Opulent, rich, long-lasting. Vanilla, amber, dense florals, gourmand warmth.

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The Homesteader82% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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Scent Profile
Citrus22%Fresh37%Aromatic57%Woody21%Musky21%
Fragrance Family
Gourmand
EDP
Decants Available
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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Grand Soir is $134.25. Without a coupon the lowest price is $134.25. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Maison Francis Kurkdjian fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

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Cheapest price for Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir? +
$134.25 at The Perfume Spot. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
What does Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir smell like? +
Maison Francis Kurkdjian is the eponymous house of a master perfumer whose work spans luxury and niche markets. Founded in 2009, the brand has built a reputation for technically proficient fragrances that balance accessibility with sophistication, making it a reliable touchstone for well-crafted compositions. Grand Soir opens with bright orange and Spanish labdanum, establishing an immediate sweetness that sets the tone. The heart introduces lavender and Siam benzoin, which softens the initial brightness and adds a resinous, slightly powdery quality. The base deepens considerably, layering amber, cedar, musk, tonka bean, and vanilla into a warm, enveloping finish. The overall DNA is decidedly gourmand -- this is a fragrance built on sweetness and comfort rather than complexity, with the spice of labdanum and the grounding effect of cedar preventing it from becoming cloying. Grand Soir works well for anyone seeking a reliable evening scent that reads as polished without demanding attention. It's particularly suited to cooler weather and indoor settings where its warm, vanilla-forward base can develop without dissipating too quickly. This fragrance aligns with The Romantic, The Hedonist, and The Homesteader.
What are the notes in Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir? +
Top: Orange, Spanish Labdanum. Heart: Lavender, Siam Benzoin. Base: Amber, Cedar, Musk, Tonka Bean, Vanilla.
What fragrance family is Grand Soir? +
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir belongs to the Gourmand fragrance family. It is an EDP.
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Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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