Al Shariga Eau de Parfum bottle Al Shariga
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- Year 2016
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Al Shariga
This one's a solid, authentic Middle Eastern vibe, leaning into the spicy warmth of amber and pepper. It's not trying to be a crowd-pleaser, but it's genuinely unique and fantastic value for money.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Scandinavian Crime
This is a seriously hyped-up, dark Christmas concoction that's either a "true love" or a bit of a meh let-down, depending on your skin chemistry and incense sensibilities. If you want to smell like a sophisticated Christmas Eve service in a bottle, this is your jam.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 5%
Floral 3% 1%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 1% 3%
Sweet 27% 19%
Warm 63% 56%
Woody 13% 7%
Earthy 21% 11%
Animalic 12% 11%
Fresh 3% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Al Shariga EdP
Scandinavian Crime Extrait

Notes

Accords

Al Shariga Scandinavian Crime
100%
Amber
93%
83%
Warm Spicy
100%
83%
Fresh Spicy
73%
72%
Oud
55%
Woody
63%
Aromatic
61%
Balsamic
60%
Smoky
58%
Powdery
49%
Musky
47%
44%
Animalic
Amber shared
100%
93%
Warm Spicy shared
83%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
83%
73%
Oud shared
72%
55%
63%
61%
60%
58%
49%
47%
44%

Performance

Al Shariga Scandinavian Crime
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Al Shariga

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its potent warmth and potential for good sillage, this leans away from a daily office scent. Its unique and bold character makes it suitable for evenings out or more intimate date settings, where its distinctive aroma can shine without being overpowering.

Scandinavian Crime

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

The strong, warm spicy, and amber accords, combined with its described intensity and Christmas-like feel, make it too prominent for an office setting. It's perfectly suited for cooler evening dates and formal events where its luxurious, bold character can truly shine.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
88%
Accord
73%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy accords and Amber, Pepper notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Al Shariga
Scandinavian Crime
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