Our Story

Experience the alluring scent of a Maison de Fouzdar fragrance, and you are instantly transported to a realm of opulence and splendor. Each note unfurls like the whispered secret of timeless luxury, enveloping you in an aura of pure refinement. The House of Maison de Fouzdar is much more than just a perfume brand—it is a symphony of scent that has echoed through the corridors of time.

Our legend unfolds in the time of the great Sher Shah Suri, the visionary emperor who shaped the destiny of North India during the 16th Century. During his reign, the illustrious title of Fouzdar was bestowed upon noble commanders—guardians of the realm entrusted with the sword of justice. These esteemed figures were the heartbeat of a thriving empire, their names etched in the annals of history as a mark of honor, duty, and unyielding excellence. Over the passage of centuries, the name of Fouzdar transcended its title, becoming a family name steeped in heritage—a whispered promise of strength, integrity, and the mastery of art. Just as it’s legacy endures through time, so does our devotion to crafting fragrances that honor the grandeur of the past while embracing the essence of modern luxury.

During the reign of Sher Shah Suri, perfume-making was an important aspect of royal and aristocratic life, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Indian subcontinent and Persian influences. While Sher Shah Suri is primarily known for his administrative reforms, including the introduction of the Rupiya (silver currency) and the Grand Trunk Road, the culture of perfumery flourished during his rule, drawing from both Indo-Persian traditions and ancient Indian distillation techniques.

Amidst the grand tapestry of history, the Fouzdar family’s affinity for luxury and the art of perfumery was born. Our Founder Ms Dimple Fouzdar traces her lineage to a revered Commander-in-Chief in Sher Shah Suri’s army, a stalwart defender of justice who forged a union that would change the course of history. He fell in love with a Persian woman (whom he later wed). This renowned beauty possessed a rare talent, she was a skilled artisan whose hands wove magic in the delicate art of blending aromatic elixirs.

What began as the alchemy of healing—herbal infusions measured and crafted to mend wounds and restore vitality—soon blossomed into something far more ethereal. As her mastery deepened, her potions transcended medicine, evolving into fragrant symphonies that danced through the air, marking the dawn of an era where scent became poetry. And thus, the first attars crafted by the Fouzdars came into fruition.
The lady noted her most special perfume mixes— recipes for the most ethereal and heady scents to be cherished for times to come. This masterful list became a bible of olfactory excellence, handed down through generations of Fouzdar women to endure the test of time.

In the medieval courts of India, perfumery was not merely an indulgence but an essential thread in the fabric of royal life. Palaces shimmered with the whispers of rare, exotic fragrances. Amongst the noble families, it was the women of Persian and Indian descent who held the secrets to the most exquisite scents, their knowledge passed on through generations like a hidden treasure. And thus, the Fouzdar lineage became the keepers of these sacred aromas, crafting and preserving blends fit for emperors, each drop holding within the promise of elegance and power.

As the century waned, our ancestors carried their fragrant wisdom beyond the walls of royalty and into the world. They traversed ancient trade routes, seeking the purest essences from distant lands, blending the grandeur of Indian and Persian traditions with an unmatched artistry. For them, perfume was no mere adornment—it was identity, a memory, and an eternal legacy carefully passed from generation to generation.