Lattafa

Value-driven Arabian fragrance house popular for bold, sweet, and woody scents that often reinterpret luxury perfumes.

About Lattafa

Lattafa is a leading fragrance house based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, renowned for making authentic Arabic perfumery accessible to a global audience. Officially launched in 1992 by Sheikh Shahid Ahmad and co-founder Shoaib Iqbal, Lattafa has become a symbol of luxury and sophistication rooted in Arabian culture. The brand draws inspiration from the Arabic words 'Latif' and 'Lateefa,' reflecting its commitment to kindness, pleasantness, and refined elegance. Lattafa is celebrated for its wide portfolio of perfumes, which includes popular collections such as Bade'e Al Oud, Maahir, Khamrah, and Lattafa Pride. The brand collaborates with acclaimed perfumers including Alex Lee, Quentin Bisch, Fanny Bal, Dalia Izem, Gaël Montero, Nisrine Bouazzaoui Grillié, Nanako Ogi, Jordi Fernández, Kevin Mathys, and Julien Rasquinet. Lattafa stands out for its dedication to high quality and affordability, offering a diverse range of scents that capture both tradition and modernity. Today, three generations of the founding family continue to guide the company, ensuring its fragrances remain innovative while honoring the rich heritage of Arabian perfumery.

At a Glance

The Brand

Founded 1992

Founder Sheikh Shahid Ahmad

Country United Arab Emirates

Category Arabian

Makes dupes Yes

Scent Personality

Sweetness

High

Freshness

Mild

Boldness

Very High

Uniqueness

Mild

Worth It?

Price £

Value

Very High

Accessibility

High

Scent DNA

Sweet Woody Spicy Gourmand Oriental

Lattafa fragrances are recognized for their heavy use of oud, vanilla, amber, and spices, often combined with sweet, gourmand elements like caramel and fruits
They frequently create accessible versions of high-end niche and designer scents, resulting in bold, rich compositions with strong projection and lasting power

Top Notes

Citrus Saffron Bergamot

Heart Notes

Cinnamon Praline Jasmine Rose

Base Notes

Oud Musk Sandalwood Amber Vanilla

Typical Performance

Longevity

Long

Projection

Strong

Positioning

A arabian, budget house known for sweet compositions.

How It Compares

→ Sweeter than Armaf
→ Bolder than Rasasi
→ Less experimental than Maison Margiela

Who It's For

Best For

Fans of sweet, bold, and woody scents
People looking for affordable alternatives to luxury perfumes
Those who want strong projection and long-lasting performance
Wearers who enjoy Middle Eastern and oriental profiles
Layering enthusiasts and those new to Arabian perfumery

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Excellent value for money
Strong longevity and projection across most releases
Wide variety of scent profiles, especially rich gourmands and ouds
Makes popular high-end scent styles accessible

Weaknesses

Lack of originality in many releases - frequent clones or inspired scents
Sweetness and strength can be overwhelming
Quality of ingredients and blending can be inconsistent
Not ideal for those seeking subtlety or freshness

Brand Evolution

Lattafa began as a regional Arabian perfumery focused on traditional oud and oriental scents. Over time, the brand expanded into recreating popular Western luxury fragrances, especially with sweet and gourmand twists. Their recent lines incorporate more gourmand and fruity notes, while maintaining a core of bold, woody, and amber-heavy compositions. The focus remains on accessible luxury and strong performance.

Quick Verdict

Lattafa is a leading budget Arabian house offering bold, sweet, and woody fragrances with strong projection. Excellent value and crowd-pleasing, but originality is limited and subtlety is rare.

Perfumers

Gaël Montero 4

Jordi Fernández 4

Dalia Izem 3

Quentin Bisch 3

Alex Lee 2

Fanny Bal 2

Nanako Ogi 2

Christophe Raynaud 1

Designer dupes from Lattafa

Lattafa perfumes mapped to the designer fragrances they replicate. How we score similarity →

Lattafa perfume	Inspired by	Similarity	Compare
Khamrah Eau de Parfum	No.699 Khamrah Eau de Parfum by Eden Perfumes	93%	Compare
Sutoor Eau de Parfum	Bitter Peach Eau de Parfum by Tom Ford	93%	Compare
Al Nashama Eau de Parfum	Al Nashama Eau de Parfum by Divain	93%	Compare
Khamrah Qahwa Eau de Parfum	Spiced Harmony Eau de Parfum by Perfume Parlour	93%	Compare
Confidential Private Gold Eau de Parfum	Kirkè Extrait by Tiziana Terenzi	93%	Compare
Liam Eau de Parfum	Gris Charnel Extrait by BDK Parfums	92%	Compare
La Collection D'antiquités 1910 Eau de Parfum	1 Million Elixir Parfum Intense by Rabanne	92%	Compare
Artisan Ethnique Eau de Parfum	Sugar Addict Eau de Parfum by BORNTOSTANDOUT	92%	Compare
Tharwah Gold Eau de Parfum	Libre Intense Intense Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent	91%	Compare
Qaed Al Fursan Unlimited Eau de Parfum	Coco Vanille Eau de Parfum by Mancera	91%	Compare
Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum	Y Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent	91%	Compare
Ana Abiyedh Poudrée Eau de Parfum	Narciso Poudrée Eau de Parfum by Narciso Rodriguez	91%	Compare
Khamrah Eau de Parfum	Latiff Eau de Parfum by Luxe Fragrances	90%	Compare
Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory Eau de Parfum	No.700 Honor & Glory Eau de Parfum by Eden Perfumes	90%	Compare
Afkaar Eau de Parfum	Instant Crush Eau de Parfum by Mancera	90%	Compare
La Muse Chance Eau de Parfum	Chance Eau Tendre Eau de Toilette by Chanel	90%	Compare
Taureau De Combat Eau de Parfum	Centaurus Eau de Parfum by Creed	90%	Compare
Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst Eau de Parfum	Atomic Rose Eau de Parfum by Initio Parfums Privés	89%	Compare
Maison Alhambra Coco Moiselle Eau de Parfum	Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Toilette by Chanel	89%	Compare
Mallow Maddnes Eau de Parfum	Yum Boujee Marshmallow Eau de Parfum by Kayali	89%	Compare
Pure Crystal Eau de Parfum	Drunk Lovers Eau de Parfum by BORNTOSTANDOUT	89%	Compare
Vintage Radio Eau de Parfum	Paragon Extrait by Initio Parfums Privés	89%	Compare
Jasoor Eau de Parfum	Uomo Born In Roma Coral Fantasy Eau de Parfum by Valentino	88%	Compare
Sheikh Al Shuyukh Markaz Concentrated Eau de Parfum	Aventus Eau de Parfum by Creed	88%	Compare

Statement

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