Hope Istanbul: The Turkish Niche Perfume You Need to Experience — Now Available at Seinde Signature

What Is Hope Istanbul?

Hope Istanbul is a Turkish niche fragrance house founded in 2021 by Serimu Kozmetik — a brand born from the city that has always stood between two worlds. Istanbul sits at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, and every perfume this house creates reflects that duality: Eastern richness meets Western elegance, ancient heritage meets modern luxury.

The house made its global debut at ESXENCE 2024 in Milan, the world's most prestigious artisan perfume exhibition — placing it firmly among the best niche houses in the world.

All fragrances are released as Extrait de Parfum (30% concentration) — the highest, most luxurious form of perfume, built for longevity and depth.

The creative trio behind the magic: Gökhan Şimşek, Julien Rasquinet (who has worked with Amouage, Creed, and Frederic Malle), and Hüseyin Erdoğmuş.

Now at Seinde Signature 🇳🇬

At Seinde Signature, we are passionate about bringing the world's finest fragrance cultures to Nigeria. We believe that luxury scent is not a privilege reserved for a few cities in the world — it belongs here too, in your hands.

Hope Istanbul is a house that not many people in Nigeria have experienced yet. We're changing that. When you visit Seinde Signature, you're not just buying a perfume — you're experiencing a piece of Istanbul's 2,000-year-old culture, brought to you right here in Nigeria. We have carefully curated this collection because we believe Nigerians deserve access to the very best the world of niche perfumery has to offer.

The Hope Istanbul Collection at Seinde Signature

🖤 N.E.C.O.

Perfumer: Gökhan Şimşek | Launched: 2022 Notes: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Juniper, Raspberry, Caraway, Cinnamon, Patchouli, Honey, Amber, Musk, Sandalwood

Intense spice notes and ozonic freshness combine the rebellious and elegant character of Istanbul. Leather and warm spice convey the power of history and depth of passion — while ocean freshness speaks to modernity. Bold, mysterious, and unforgettable.

💡 If you love spicy, warm, and atmospheric scents — N.E.C.O. is your match.

🥭 Mango Crush

Perfumer: Hüseyin Erdoğmuş | Launched: 2023 Notes: Mango, Pink Pepper, Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Sandalwood, Amber, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Musk, Patchouli

Summer in a bottle — all year round. Juicy mango up top, soft florals in the heart, and a creamy warm vanilla-sandalwood base. Seductive without trying, bright without being loud. One of the most loved in the entire collection and an absolute crowd favourite.

💡 If you love fruity, warm, and creamy scents — Mango Crush will be your signature.

🌸 Miss Miris

Perfumer: Hüseyin Erdoğmuş | Launched: 2023 Notes: Rose, Jasmine, Iris, Amber, Musk, Spices

An ode to the modern Istanbul woman — romantic yet powerful, soft yet commanding. Rose and jasmine carry the romance of the city's past, while amber and musk give it the confidence of its present. This one was made for women who leave a room smelling better than they found it.

💡 If you love floral-oriental, feminine, and long-lasting scents — you will love Miss Miris.

🌿 Narcissus

Perfumer: Gökhan Şimşek | Launched: 2022 Notes: Floral accords, Vanilla, Balsamic notes, Musk

A sweet dance of floral and balsamic notes presenting the elegant face of Istanbul at its most romantic. Vanilla and florals bring the softness of the past to the present — a fragrance that caresses the soul like a classical melody.

💡 If you love soft, romantic, and vanilla-floral scents — Narcissus will feel like a second skin.

🕌 Nicchia

Perfumer: Julien Rasquinet | Launched: 2024 Notes: Amber, Elemi, Incense, Musk

Deep, spiritual, and meditative. Every spray feels like walking through one of Istanbul's ancient mosques as morning prayers rise into the air. Rich incense meets warm amber — a fragrance that demands to be worn slowly and intentionally.

💡 If you love incense, resinous, and deeply spiritual scents — Nicchia will move you.

🫙 Grand Han

Perfumer: Julien Rasquinet | Launched: 2025 Notes: Sweet fruity top notes, Osmanthus, Musk, Patchouli, Vanilla

Named after the ancient trade inns of Istanbul, Grand Han opens with sweet and fruity notes, followed by musk and osmanthus adding depth, with patchouli and vanilla providing a luxurious finish. A fragrance for the visionary with deep roots.

💡 If you love warm, fruity-musky scents with depth — Grand Han is your kind of sophistication.

💙 Submarine

Perfumer: Gökhan Şimşek Notes: Aquatic, Marine, Fresh accords

Hope Istanbul's most unexpected release — cool, crisp, and deeply refreshing. A tribute to Istanbul's relationship with the Bosphorus strait. Clean and effortless, this one wears like freedom.

💡 If you love fresh, aquatic, and clean scents — Submarine is your go-to everyday luxury.

Why Hope Istanbul Belongs in Your Collection

Turkey is quickly becoming one of the most exciting forces in global niche perfumery. What makes Hope Istanbul special is that it tells a story no one else can tell — the Ottoman spice routes, the Bosphorus, the ancient bazaars, the prayers echoing through stone minarets. All of it lives in these bottles.

And now, that story lives in Nigeria — through Seinde Signature.

We make it our mission to give Nigerians access to the world's most beautiful fragrance experiences. Not as a luxury for a few, but as a culture for everyone who appreciates the art of scent.

Smell the world. Experience Istanbul. Find your Hope.