{"product_id":"the-story-100ml-edp-le-bonheur","title":"The Story EDP 100ml by Le Bonheur","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGenuinely original niche-style compositions with this level of complexity typically command a serious price tag at boutique perfumeries. The Story delivers that same ambitious, resin-and-woods depth in a full 100ml bottle — built from the ground up by two credited perfumers rather than modelled on someone else's formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"Echo of the sands, a fragrance rooted in ancient olibanum and earthy wisdom.\" The Story is one of Le Bonheur's most ambitious releases, created by perfumers Ilias Ermenidis and Hamid Merati-Kashani specifically as an original composition rather than a reinterpretation of an existing fragrance. It's earned a reputation among reviewers as proof that Middle Eastern houses can produce genuinely creative, non-derivative work — one longtime Fragrantica reviewer specifically calls out the house as underrated and asks for more original collaborations like this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Scent\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt opens with a striking, unconventional blend of olibanum, aloe, grapefruit, and coconut — smoky resin colliding with fresh citrus and a soft, creamy undertone, an intriguing contrast right from the first spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe heart takes an unexpected turn with celery seed and violet — green, slightly spicy, and softly powdery, a combination reviewers describe as distinctive and genuinely modern rather than a rehash of familiar florals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe base settles into vetiver, amber, tonka, vanilla, cedarwood, and patchouli, delivering a deep, warm, woody-ambery finish with smoky and subtly sweet undertones that carries real presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAn Honest Note on Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCommunity reception has been genuinely strong for a fragrance this unusual — reviewers specifically praise how smooth and well-blended it is, noting it doesn't smell cheap or synthetic despite its bold, complex note list. The celery seed note is prominent on some skin, which is worth knowing upfront since it's an unusual material in perfumery — reviewers say it reads green and aromatic rather than literally vegetal, but it's a distinctive enough note that sampling first is worthwhile if you're unsure how you feel about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFragrance Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olibanum, Aloe, Grapefruit, Coconut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celery Seed, Violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vetiver, Amber, Tonka, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScent Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woody Ambery Earthy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refined daily wear and moments requiring depth and maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 100ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentration: Eau de Parfum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Le Bonheur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfumers: Ilias Ermenidis, Hamid Merati-Kashani\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease Year: 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLongevity: Reviewers describe strong, long-lasting wear thanks to the resin-and-wood-heavy base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProjection: Confident through the opening and heart, settling into a warmer, closer presence in the dry-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSillage: Noticeable without being overwhelming, suited to both daytime and evening wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest season: Versatile year-round, with particular depth for cooler months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaveat: The celery seed note is distinctive and unusual — most reviewers love it, but it's worth sampling if you're new to more experimental compositions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAbout Le Bonheur\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLe Bonheur is a Middle Eastern perfume house that has increasingly invested in collaborations with respected international perfumers to create genuinely original compositions, rather than relying purely on reinterpretations of existing fragrances. The Story stands as one of the clearest examples of that ambition, and has earned the house real credibility among reviewers who specifically call out its originality as a strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy Buy From Dubai Blends\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% authentic — sourced directly from authorised Middle Eastern distributors, no middlemen, so you get the best price in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, tracked shipping Australia-wide from our local warehouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurely packed — every bottle arrives intact, guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoved by thousands of Australian fragrance fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does The Story smell like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bold, original woody amber — smoky olibanum, grapefruit, and coconut up top, a distinctive celery seed and violet heart, and a deep vetiver-amber-vanilla-patchouli base. Complex and mature rather than simple or sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it inspired by a specific designer fragrance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — this is an original composition created by perfumers Ilias Ermenidis and Hamid Merati-Kashani. Reviewers specifically note it stands apart from other niche-style clones on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it unisex or gendered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully unisex — the composition is designed to be worn by anyone drawn to complex, woody-ambery fragrances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReviewers report strong, long-lasting performance thanks to the resin-and-wood-heavy base, with good projection through the opening and heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat season or occasion is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRefined daily wear and any occasion calling for depth and maturity — genuinely versatile year-round, with particular strength in cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Dubai Blends ship The Story across Australia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — we ship tracked, Australia-wide, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Canberra. Browse our full Le Bonheur range, including Black Cavalier VI, for more from the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause the celery seed note is unusual and quite prominent early on, give this one 20-30 minutes to move past the opening before judging it — the violet and eventual woody-amber base round out the composition considerably as it develops.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dubai Blends","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49034520887479,"sku":null,"price":73.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/5597\/8423\/files\/A77908AE-EC00-4B2D-BF4B-39CEB7C96D7B.webp?v=1787234910","url":"https:\/\/dubaiblends.com.au\/products\/the-story-100ml-edp-le-bonheur","provider":"Dubai Blends","version":"1.0","type":"link"}