Al Qiam Silver
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Nero Velours
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Al Qiam Silver is a brilliantly fresh, zingy grapefruit and ginger bomb that, despite some performance gripes, delivers serious bang for your buck. For those who enjoy the specific scent profile, it's a solid, universally pleasing option, often outshining its pricier inspirations.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Nero Velour is either a fresh, musky stunner that rivals Tygar, or it's a weak, milky tea with a hint of fruit and no projection. Good luck figuring it out.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 32% |
| Floral | 1% | 3% |
| Fruity | 2% | 5% |
| Green | 4% | 2% |
| Sweet | 7% | 7% |
| Warm | 12% | 13% |
| Woody | 26% | 11% |
| Earthy | 8% | 12% |
| Animalic | 19% | 19% |
| Fresh | 29% | 28% |
Mood
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Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh and bright citrus-musk profile makes it perfect for casual, office, and sport wear. While some reviewers noted longevity issues, many found it lasted well enough for these active scenarios, and it's generally considered too light for formal events.
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
The fresh and musky accords make it versatile, leaning casual or for dates where a subtle presence is desired. However, reports of weak projection mean it might not cut through in a formal setting, and it lacks the oomph for dedicated sports wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Woody, Powdery accords and Vetiver, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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