Moresque

Moresque is an Italian niche perfume house founded by Cindy Guillemant and based in Milan, Italy. The brand emerged in the mid‑2010s, with sources noting its launch around 2014 and the first commercial releases appearing from 2014-2015. Its concept is explicitly rooted in the encounter between Italian design and Middle Eastern perfumery, drawing on Moorish art and Arab olfactory traditions while keeping production entirely in Italy.

Guillemant works closely with perfumer Andrea (Thero) Casotti, who is credited as the nose behind the collections and whose time spent in the Middle East informs many of the compositions. Moresque’s bottles and visual identity echo Moorish geometric motifs and ornamental detail, reflecting the brand’s focus on the historical links between European and Arab cultures. The fragrances are organized into themed lines such as the White, Black, Art, and Secret collections, each exploring different facets of this Italian‑Arab fusion, from airy musks and florals to richer woods, spices, and resins.

Retail partners and reviewers consistently describe Moresque as an Italian luxury line, emphasizing its use of high‑quality materials, unisex positioning, and compositions that combine Middle Eastern intensity with European refinement. All perfumes are manufactured in Italy, underlining the brand’s commitment to "Made in Italy" craftsmanship even when the scent structures borrow heavily from Arabian traditions.