Nostalgia – Eau de Parfum

Kismet Olfactive creates scents that tell personal stories. The name comes from the Persian qismat – “fate” – reflecting the brand’s philosophy: fleeting moments that may feel random but shape who we are. Behind the brand is Shabnam Tavakol, whose Iranian heritage, Californian upbringing, and training in Grasse unite three distinct worlds. Her vision: perfume shouldn’t just smell good – it should resonate. Each composition is rooted in a real memory – sometimes a place, sometimes a person, sometimes a feeling. She is joined by poet Cody Koester, who shapes the brand’s narrative foundation, and designer Melia Tandiono, who defines its visual identity. All Kismet fragrances are unisex, handcrafted in small batches, and marked by artisanal precision – far from industrial uniformity, and grounded in real life.