Al-Khat Eau de Parfum vs Faris Eau de Parfum

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Al-Khat Eau de Parfum bottle Al-Khat EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2012 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Faris Eau de Parfum bottle Faris EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Al-Khat EDP
Al-Khat is the definition of a love-it-or-hate-it fragrance, with its intensely animalic oud and indolic jasmine splitting opinions down the middle. This is a powerful, uncompromising scent for those who dare to be different, but definitely not a safe blind buy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Faris EDP
This one's a proper sweet-and-sour fruit bomb; a modern, mature hit for warmer weather that's a bit synthetic but manages to pull it off. Gets mixed reviews, but don't knock it 'til you've tried it.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Al-Khat EDP
Faris EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 50% vs 31%
Only in Al-Khat
Jasmine 50%

Accords

Al-Khat Faris
100%
White Floral
100%
57%
Musky
100%
93%
Amber
65%
93%
Oud
Fruity
93%
Sweet
93%
52%
Fresh Spicy
88%
83%
Vanilla
66%
Powdery
83%
Citrus
77%
70%
Woody
72%
Tropical
65%
52%
Mossy
White Floral shared
100%
100%
Musky shared
57%
100%
Amber shared
93%
65%
Oud
93%
93%
93%
Fresh Spicy shared
52%
88%
83%
Powdery shared
66%
83%
77%
Woody shared
70%
72%
65%
52%

Performance

Al-Khat Faris
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Al-Khat

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its nuclear projection and strong animalic accords make it unsuitable for office wear, where discretion is key. However, its 'sex in a bottle' appeal and opulent nature make it ideal for date nights and formal evening events, leaving a lasting, memorable impression.

Faris

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, fruity, and musky character makes it ideal for casual daytime wear, especially in warmer seasons. The moderate projection and sweetness mean it's not overpowering for office settings, but it's a bit too playful for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, amber, woody

Key Differences

Adds amber and cedar, drops benzoin and cashmeran

Where to buy

Al-Khat EDP
Faris EDP
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