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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2017 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Shaghaf
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This Annick Menardo gem is a divisive love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some swear it's a £500 niche dupe, others call it 'boring' or 'ashtray vibes'. Reformulation rumours and temperamental performance mean it's a bit of a gamble, but the original was a unique, smoky, spicy-woody banger.
This one is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find the opening challenging with its barnyard notes, but for the adventurous, Shaghaf settles into a complex, high-quality oud experience that's both deep and alluring. Not for the faint-hearted or those new to niche fragrances.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 18% |
| Floral | 4% | 0% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 11% | 11% |
| Warm | 32% | 36% |
| Woody | 19% | 20% |
| Earthy | 11% | 8% |
| Animalic | 27% | 15% |
| Fresh | 13% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection makes it suitable for office wear, while the warm, woody, and spicy character lends itself well to casual and date settings, especially in cooler weather. It's generally too subtle and not fresh enough for sport, and a touch too 'everyday' for peak formal events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and potent oud-amber accords, this is more suited for evenings out or events where making a statement is desired. It's too bold for the office and definitely not for sport, but can be worn casually if applied lightly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Cedar, Ginger notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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