Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Sasva

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2024

At a glance

Is Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Sasva worth trying?

Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand by Sasva is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
woody, oud, rose with Rose, Almond Blossom, Sweet Orange

The first impression

Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand by Sasva is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Luca Maffei. Top notes are Rose, Almond Blossom and Sweet Orange; middle notes are Agarwood (Oud), Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Caramel and Davana; base notes are Patchouli, Vanilla, Cedar and Labdanum.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
oud 85%
rose 70%
earthy 60%
patchouli 50%
floral 40%
balsamic 35%
sweet 30%
vanilla 25%
amber 20%

The perfumer behind it

Luca Maffei

Luca Maffei

Luca Maffei is an Italian perfumer known for his work with Acca Kappa, creating scents like Black Pepper & Sandalwood and Tilia Cordata. He also composed Amnesia Rose for Aedes de Venustas and Ambre Gris for Alyssa Ashley. Maffei's style often blends natural ingredients with modern sophistication. His portfolio includes a range of floral, woody, and aromatic compositions.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Rose Rose
Almond Blossom Almond Blossom
Sweet Orange Sweet Orange

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
Caramel Caramel
Davana Davana

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Patchouli Patchouli
Vanilla Vanilla
Cedar Cedar
Labdanum Labdanum

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Sasva

Essence

Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Sasva embodies the Alchemist, a fragrance that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. The rose and almond blossom open with a delicate allure, but it’s the heart of oud, caramel, and cypriol oil that reveals the scent’s true magic-a blend of opposites that shouldn’t work but somehow do. This is a scent for those who see the world as a place of endless possibility, where even the forbidden can be beautiful.

The Alchemist is a master of transformation, and this fragrance mirrors that alchemical process: sweet turns smoky, floral turns earthy, and the result is something utterly spellbinding.

Style & Aesthetic

Her style is a study in contrasts-vintage lace paired with modern leather, or a silk blouse tucked into rugged trousers. The Alchemist isn’t afraid to mix eras, textures, or cultures, much like the fragrance’s blend of rose and oud, caramel and patchouli. Her aesthetic is rich but never ostentatious, with a focus on pieces that tell a story.

Her surroundings are equally layered: a desk cluttered with curiosities, shelves lined with rare books, and the faint scent of incense lingering in the air. Every object feels chosen, as if it holds some secret meaning.

Philosophy & Values

She believes in the power of transformation, both of materials and of the self. The Alchemist isn’t content with surface-level beauty; she seeks the deeper resonance, the hidden connections. The balsamic and amber accords of the fragrance reflect her love for the sensual and the sacred, the ways in which pleasure can be a path to understanding.

For her, life is an experiment, and “forbidden” is just another word for “untested.” The vanilla and labdanum in the base notes soften the scent, reminding her that even the most daring explorations need a grounding touch.

Relationships

In relationships, the Alchemist is intense and magnetic. She’s drawn to kindred spirits who aren’t afraid of depth or complexity, who appreciate the way she can turn a quiet evening into something unforgettable. The moderate sillage of the fragrance mirrors her ability to command attention without overwhelming.

Romantically, she’s passionate but never predictable. The rose and oud combo hints at her duality-she can be tender one moment and fiercely independent the next.

Lifestyle

Her days are filled with creative pursuits, whether she’s brewing the perfect cup of tea, experimenting with perfumes, or writing late into the night. The Alchemist thrives in the liminal spaces-the hours between dusk and dawn, the moments when the world feels ripe for reinvention.

The good longevity of the fragrance suits her; she’s not one for fleeting interests. Once she commits to a project or a person, she’s all in, seeking to uncover every hidden layer.

Shadow

The Alchemist’s shadow is a tendency to become lost in her own experiments, to forget that not everything needs to be transformed. The rich, woody notes of the fragrance can sometimes feel like a retreat into the self, a risk of becoming too enchanted by her own creations.

She must remember that magic is meant to be shared, not hoarded. The caramel and davana notes are a reminder to balance her intensity with sweetness, to let others in on the mystery.

Conclusion

Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Sasva is a fragrance for the woman who sees the world as her laboratory. It’s a scent that defies easy categorization, just like the Alchemist herself-part poet, part scientist, entirely unforgettable. She knows that the most beautiful things are often those that shouldn’t work but do, and this fragrance is her olfactory testament to that truth.