Is Fragrance World Abraaj Enclosure a dupe of Amouage Enclave?
Enclave EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Abraaj Enclosure EDP
Enclave (Amouage) delivers a refined herbal freshness absent in Abraaj Enclosure (Fragrance World). While both share a similar spicy-amber DNA, Enclave offers superior balance and smoother transitions, justifying its higher price. Abraaj Enclosure tends to be more synthetic and raw, needing time to mature. If you seek immediate sophistication and refined freshness, Enclave is the better choice. However, if budget is a primary concern and you're willing to let it mature, Abraaj Enclosure presents a potent alternative.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a smoother, more refined scent profile.
- You appreciate high-quality ingredients and blending.
- You want a fragrance with a noticeable herbal freshness.
- You are willing to invest in a signature scent.
- You want a fragrance that is ready to wear immediately.
- Budget is your primary concern.
- You like a bold, powerful fragrance.
- You are willing to let a fragrance mature over time.
- You want a fragrance that is a beastmode performer.
- You enjoy experimenting with challenging scents.
A contemporary Amouage masterpiece, Enclave envelops you in a cool herbal breeze before plunging into an opulent, spicy-ambery heart. Best for those seeking a distinctive, commanding presence with avant-garde freshness.
A potent, polarising scent that's either 'toothpaste in a bottle' or a 'beastmode' amber-mint masterpiece. This one needs time to mature on the shelf, otherwise it's just raw edges.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 cooling mint and aromatic herbs shine in spring and early fall, while the rich amber, resins, and leather give it the depth and warmth ideal for colder fall and winter days. Excessive heat may overwhelm the dense base.
Occasions
With its bold projection and opulent character, Enclave lends itself best to formal settings and sophisticated evenings. Its complexity may be too commanding for sport or shared office spaces but works for confident dates and upscale casual.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear performance and intense amber and spicy accords make it too strong for most office environments and casual wear. It shines in evening settings, perfect for a special date or a formal event, where its luxurious presence can be appreciated without overwhelming.
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.
Every one of its 11 notes is in the original, including Cinnamon, Cardamom, Pink Pepper
Without spearmint
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International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work