Ajwad
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
OUD ROSE
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a proper love-it-or-hate-it situation with this one. Lattafa Ajwad is wildly divisive but wildly popular, with beastly performance that many adore, but others find headache-inducing and metallic. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if it works for you, it *really* works.
A modern, peppery take on rose and oud that's smooth and romantic, with a fruity kick. It's affordable, but be warned: some find the patchouli in the drydown a bit much, and the berry can lean artificial for some noses. Approach with an open mind.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 3% |
| Floral | 33% | 31% |
| Fruity | 28% | 21% |
| Green | 5% | 4% |
| Sweet | 32% | 29% |
| Warm | 6% | 11% |
| Woody | 7% | 10% |
| Earthy | 3% | 9% |
| Animalic | 11% | 7% |
| Fresh | 10% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and longevity make it less suitable for the office where it could overwhelm, but its seductive depth lends itself well to dates and evening formal events. It's a bit much for casual daytime wear unless applied sparingly, and definitely not one for sport.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
While its sweet, sensual nature makes it perfect for dates and evening wear, the strong rose and oud accords mean it's a bit much for the office. It can be dressed down for casual evening events, but it's not suited for sporty activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Fruity, Woody accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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