Even though the Byredo collection contains a multitude of cult fragrances such as Gypsy Water and Bal d’Afrique, Gorham famously does not wear fragrance himself. “Well, I wear them during the creation process,” he admits, claiming he does not have favourites. ”I love them all individually, for different reasons. I have unique relationships with them, but Mumbai Noise is quite dear to my heart. It represents more of a tangible part of myself, whereas some of the others are projections or from other experiences. This is truly connected to myself and my family. Maybe this is the one.”

— Ben Gorham of Byredo talks to Vogue India about Mumbai Noise. Read more in ‘Mumbai Noise’ is perfumer Ben Gorham's olfactory ode to his Indian roots.