- Asghar Adam Ali Perfumer:
Asghar Adam Ali is a remarkable figure in the world of perfumery. Born in 1953 in Aden, often referred to as the "golden bird" at that time, he had a rather limited formal education, which he completed partially in India.
His family's deep - rooted connection with the perfume business was his initial stepping - stone into this fragrant realm. His father was an outstanding perfumer, and his mother, with an Arab background, used to blend her own perfumes and test them on young Asghar. This early exposure not only nurtured his passion but also sharpened his sense of smell and his ability to judge and memorize fragrances, endowing him with a natural gift for perfumery.
In 1969, Asghar Adam Ali founded the Nabeel Group, launching his eponymous perfume company "Nabeel", which means "the noble one" in Arabic. Starting with humble beginnings, facing budget constraints that limited his access to a wide range of ingredients, he began his journey of creation. He experimented with readily available and affordable ingredients, mostly of Indian origin. Through countless trials, he crafted an industry - bestseller, Bakhoor Nabeel, which has remained popular for over 20 years.
As a well - traveled individual, Ali draws inspiration from different places around the world, with Dubai being a particularly significant source. He created "The Spirit of Dubai" perfume range as a tribute to this incredible city. Each perfume in this collection encapsulates a unique aspect of Dubai. For example, "Meydan" exudes a leathery scent, "Oud" represents the traditional Arabian fragrance, "Rimal" evokes the essence of the desert, "Bahar" captures the smell of the sea and ocean, and "Abraj" mirrors Dubai's towering skyline.
One of his most spectacular creations is "Shumukh". This perfume is not only a olfactory masterpiece but also a work of art and luxury. It is adorned with 3571 sparkling diamonds (totaling 38.55 carats), along with yellow topaz, pearls, 2479.26 grams of 18K gold, and 5892.88 grams of pure silver. Taking three years to develop and involving 494 perfume trials, it combines the finest natural ingredients from around the globe, such as captivating amber notes, sandalwood, musk, rare pure Indian agarwood, pure Turkish rose, patchouli, ylang - ylang, and frankincense. "Shumukh" holds two Guinness World Records - "the most diamond - encrusted perfume bottle in the world" and "the world's tallest remote - controlled (RC) perfume spray product".
Asghar Adam Ali's contribution to the perfume industry extends far and wide. The Nabeel Group, under his leadership, now offers products in more than 100 countries, with distribution offices in the US, UK, India, Australia, and other locations. They have outlets in most leading hypermarkets, in addition to their own retail chains across the UAE and GCC. His story is a testament to the power of talent, passion, and perseverance in the world of perfumery, making him a highly respected and influential perfumer globally.
