The House of Dastan is more than just a fragrance brand; it’s a celebration of two ancient cultures—Persian and Parisian—each renowned for their mastery of scents and innovation in the world of perfumery. The name Dastan—meaning “story” in Persian—encapsulates our vision: to create fragrances that tell unique tales of love, passion, and timeless elegance. Every fragrance in our collection is inspired by the enchanting love stories of our past, wafting through the air like delicate whispers of devotion and triumph.
The House of Dastan’s essence lies in its storytelling, a world where each fragrance unfolds like chapters in an epic romance. Our scents capture the duality of harmony and contrast, much like the art of perfumery itself, where carefully selected notes blend, collide, and dance together, forming an unforgettable aroma. Each scent symbolizes an embrace, a rivalry, a love story told through intricate layers that unfold over time.
House of Dastan was founded by brother and sister duo, Hamed and Sonia Arefian, fragrance industry veterans with Persian heritage and over two decades of experience in New York City’s high-end fragrance retail industry, MAXAROMA.
Their shared passion for fine fragrances and deep cultural roots inspired the creation of a fragrance house that seamlessly combines Parisian refinement, Persian artistry, and New York style.
Richard Herpin, the Master Perfumer behind Tom Ford Oud Wood, was born in Cannes, France, where his father’s antique shop steeped him in beauty and the scent of precious woods. Dubbed the "King of Woody Notes," his destiny unfolded under mentor Pierre Bourdon, who taught him to distill emotion into fragrance. For over 25 years, Richard crafted iconic scents for Amouage, Calvin Klein, and Tom Ford, blending nature and feeling into timeless creations. To him, perfume is a spontaneous, evolving sketch—unique to every wearer. His vision is to make fragrances from the world’s finest oils, celebrating individuality and creation’s wonders.From Oud Wood to Amouage Opus VIII, Richard’s work is more than scent—it’s art that breathes, inviting us to savor life’s extraordinary moments.
