Mega Collection: history, bestsellers and everything about Ard al Zaafaran’s modern line
Mega Collection is a line of eaux de parfum from the house of Ard al Zaafaran in Dubai. While the main brand is known for oud and classic oriental scents, Mega Collection goes for a modern, Western style: fresh, fruity, floral and sweet. Well-known names include Cute Girl, Flora Bloom, Victory Aries and Mystery Vanilla. In this article you will learn where Mega Collection comes from, who the fragrances are made for and which Mega Collection perfumes are the most popular.
Mega Collection at a glance
| Origin | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Parent company | Ard al Zaafaran (Ard Al Zaafaran Trading) |
| Sister brands | Ard al Zaafaran, Suroori, Ahlaam |
| Known for | Modern eaux de parfum in eye-catching bottles |
| Style | Fresh, fruity, floral and sweet, with a Western profile |
| Price range | Affordable |
| Popular in | Europe and North America, mainly through online shops |
| At Arabmusk | All Mega Collection products |
History and origin
Little is publicly known about how Mega Collection started. No launch year or founder is mentioned anywhere. What is clear is that it is a line from Ard al Zaafaran. Retailers sell the fragrances as ‘Mega Collection by Ard Al Zaafaran’, and wholesalers list Mega Collection as a subcategory of Ard al Zaafaran.
That makes Mega Collection, just like Ard al Zaafaran itself, an Emirati brand from Dubai. The difference lies in the style. Mega Collection focuses less on oud and incense and more on light, accessible fragrances you can wear every day.
Parent company and sister brands
Mega Collection belongs to Ard al Zaafaran, the perfume house from Deira, Dubai. Read more about the parent house in our article about Ard al Zaafaran. Another line from the same house is Suroori, with more oriental and oud fragrances; see our article about Suroori. You can find all brands of the group under Ard al Zaafaran Brands.
Where is Mega Collection popular?
Mega Collection is mainly found at online retailers and wholesalers in Europe, including Spain and Romania, and at online shops in the United States. Thanks to its modern style, the line appeals especially to customers outside the Gulf who are looking for an affordable fragrance in a familiar direction.
Who is Mega Collection for?
- Fans of fresh and sweet scents rather than heavy oud.
- Young women: fragrances such as Cute Girl, Flora Bloom and Beautiful Life are floral and fruity.
- Men looking for a fresh, aromatic scent, such as Victory Aries or Black Mountain.
- Anyone who wants to get to know Arabic brands without going straight for a pronounced oriental fragrance.
The most popular Mega Collection perfumes
These are some of the Mega Collection fragrances bought most often at Arabmusk.
1. Mega Collection Cute Girl Velvet
Mega Collection Cute Girl Velvet eau de parfum
The bestseller of the line. Soft and powdery; retailers mention citrus and peach, a heart of rose, jasmine, freesia and vanilla, and a base of sandalwood, white musk and patchouli.
2. Cute Girl Lovely
Cute Girl Lovely eau de parfum
Floral and gourmand: mandarin, bergamot and ylang-ylang, with jasmine, tuberose and orange blossom on praline, tonka, cinnamon and dulce de leche.
3. Mega Collection Flora Bloom
Mega Collection Flora Bloom eau de parfum
Light and floral: bergamot and pear, followed by jasmine, rose and lily of the valley on cedarwood, musk and vanilla.
4. Mega Collection Victory Aries
Mega Collection Victory Aries eau de parfum
Fresh and aromatic, for men: peppermint, lemon and apple, with ambroxan and geranium on vanilla, vetiver, cedarwood and oakmoss.
5. Mega Collection Beautiful Life
Mega Collection Beautiful Life eau de parfum
Sunny and fruity, for women: lemon, coconut and pineapple, with peony, freesia and peach on cedarwood, patchouli and amber.
Other popular Mega Collection fragrances are Darlene, Alive, Cute Girl and Mystery Vanilla.
Overview: which Mega Collection suits you?
| Fragrance | Character | Notable notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cute Girl Velvet | Soft, powdery | Peach, rose, white musk |
| Cute Girl Lovely | Floral, gourmand | Tuberose, praline, dulce de leche |
| Flora Bloom | Light, floral | Pear, jasmine, lily of the valley |
| Victory Aries | Fresh, aromatic | Peppermint, ambroxan, vetiver |
| Beautiful Life | Sunny, fruity | Coconut, pineapple, peony |
Mega Collection at Arabmusk
- All Mega Collection perfumes.
- Perfumes from all Ard al Zaafaran brands, including Mega Collection and Suroori.
- Women’s perfumes and men’s perfumes from all brands.
Tips for wearing Mega Collection
- Spray on the pulse points. Wrists, neck and behind the ears work best.
- Fresh scents can be applied a little more generously. Light fragrances such as Flora Bloom or Victory Aries fade faster than heavy oud. Feel free to spray again in the afternoon.
- Choose by season. Beautiful Life and Flora Bloom suit spring and summer, Cute Girl Lovely and Mystery Vanilla colder days.
How a fragrance smells and how long it lasts differs from skin to skin.
Frequently asked questions about Mega Collection
Which brand is Mega Collection from?
Mega Collection is a line from Ard al Zaafaran, a perfume house from Dubai. That is why retailers sell the fragrances as ‘Mega Collection by Ard Al Zaafaran’.
What is the difference between Mega Collection and Ard al Zaafaran?
Ard al Zaafaran is mainly known for oriental scents with oud, amber and incense. Mega Collection is more modern and lighter, with fresh, floral and fruity fragrances.
Are Mega Collection perfumes for women or men?
Both. Cute Girl, Flora Bloom and Beautiful Life are mainly for women, Victory Aries, Black Mountain and Alone Homme Sport mainly for men.
What is the most popular Mega Collection fragrance?
At Arabmusk, Cute Girl Velvet is the best-selling perfume of the line, followed by Cute Girl Lovely and Darlene.