Michael Malul Sangria + Saffron

Sangria + Saffron is Michael Malul's breakout women's release, launched in 2023 and created by perfumer Gwen Gonzalez — described by the house as the feeling of entering the city's newest five-star restaurant, pausing to touch up your deep burgundy lipstick before removing your suede jacket.

The opening is a bright, sparkling burst of saffron, green apple, and orange — sweet and fruity, softening almost immediately into saffron, berries and white florals. The heart unfolds with raspberry, damask rose, lily of the valley, and jasmine — sweet, feminine and fruity, without being too girly or cloying. The sweetness is offset by the warmth of the saffron and ambergris, giving it sophistication and depth.

The base brings ambergris and suede — where the final magic happens, turning it into something deeper, subtly sexy, but still oh so feminine. Sillage is moderate, and longevity is moderate when sprayed on the skin and long-lasting when sprayed on clothing. Most wearers report 7-8 hours on skin.

Community reception has been enthusiastic — reviewers note that if this same perfume was released by a designer brand, people would've gone crazy, but fortunately it's Michael Malul and it's so under the radar that people can enjoy its uniqueness. Wearers consistently report getting the most compliments when wearing this fragrance. If you love sweet-fruity florals with a sophisticated saffron twist that feels elegant without being heavy, this is one of the smartest decants to try — especially at this price point for an eau de parfum concentration.

Scent Notes

• Top: Saffron, Green Apple, Orange
• Middle: Raspberry, Damask Rose, Lily of the Valley, Jasmine
• Base: Ambergris (Ambrofix), Suede

Best For
Spring, summer, and fall. Date nights, evenings out, special occasions. A sweet, fruity-floral with a warm saffron-suede character that gets compliments and wears beautifully for 7-8 hours.