Zimaya - Fragrances

Founded: 2018 in London by Maya Zaman, Zimaya grew from a small atelier into a tight-knit niche house. Maya started as an indie perfumer who loved vivid woods and resinous notes, then shaped a clear voice around amber, spice and marine light. Early milestones include the debut scent in 2019 and the launch of body oils and candles two seasons later. Zimaya is best known for unisex fragrances and scented body products that blend classic raw materials with bright, modern twists. Its typical audience is scent-savvy newcomers and collectors who want depth without drama.

Brand at a glance

Zimaya stays independent and boutique, focusing on small-batch runs and hands-on creation.

• Parent: Independent niche house
• HQ: London, UK
• Manufacturing: Small-batch workrooms in the UK and selective partners in Grasse
• Price tier: Niche-luxe
• Market position: Niche, modern classic scents
• House perfumer: Maya Zaman (founder, in-house)

Collections & signatures

Zimaya structures its range around a few clear palettes: amber-woods, coastal-woods, resin-spice, and body care. Each line keeps the same warm thread so layering feels natural and fun. The house favors oil and eau formats, designed for everyday elegance and travel. Signatures to know include:

• Zimaya Noir – 2019 – A smoky amber oud with warm pepper and soft leather.
• Coastal Zima – 2020 – Bright sea-salt top notes over driftwood and vetiver.
• Spice Route Oil – 2021 – Resinous, spicy, and made for skin as an oil concentrate.
• Glow Body Oil – 2022 – Scented moisturizer that leaves a satin sheen and scent trail.

House style, materials & formats

Zimaya’s voice rides on accords of amber, sandalwood, oud-like resins, warm spices and a citrus lift. Ingredients often include natural resins and distilled woods, balanced with modern synthetics for longevity and clarity. Formats span EDPs, concentrate oils and scented body pieces, with travel-friendly sprays and spill-safe oil rollers. Bottles are heavy glass with simple, stylish caps and minimal boxes, giving a luxe-but-lived-in feel. The brand notes refill options for select EDPs to cut waste and keep a classic bottle in rotation.

Audience, uses & quick pointers

Zimaya suits anyone who likes rich textures without being loud; it’s unisex and layered-friendly for daytime and evening. Best in cooler months and crisp evenings, the scents also work as warm-weather skin oils for sun-kissed depth. If you’re new to the house, try these tips: 1) If you love warm amber, start with Zimaya Noir. 2) If you crave fresh woods, sample Coastal Zima. 3) For skin-close wear, pick the Spice Route Oil and dab lightly on pulse points.

Credibility & care

Zimaya participates in niche fairs and has been featured in style roundups praising its texture-forward blends. Collaborations have leaned toward independent artists for limited-edition bottles and label art. The house shares basic sourcing notes and emphasizes traceable raw materials where possible, though formal certification details are not typically highlighted. For anyone layering, Zimaya’s body oils and EDPs were created to pair smoothly, giving a richer, longer-lived scent when combined.