Is Perfume Parlour Shaikh Aura a dupe of Ahmed Al Maghribi Bin Shaikh?
Bin Shaikh Parfum
| Parfum | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Shaikh Aura EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Bin Shaikh
- Shaikh Aura
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Which Should You Buy?
A bold and luxurious scent, Bin Shaikh captivates with its dynamic and sophisticated blend perfect for evening wear.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Bin Shaikh (Ahmed Al Maghribi) - a floral fragrance led by Saffron, Rose, Oakmoss, with woody depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The fragrance's rich and complex profile suits the cooler temperatures of fall and spring, providing warmth and depth.
Occasions
Its significant projection and sophisticated scent make it ideal for date nights and more formal gatherings rather than sporty or casual settings.
Seasons
The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its floral, woody signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 6 of its 12 notes, including Oud, Patchouli, Saffron
Adds ambroxan and lavender, drops cedar and cinnamon
Where to buy
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Shaikh Aura EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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