Is Arabiyat Prestige Mahd Al Dhahab a dupe of BORNTOSTANDOUT Drunk Lovers?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A boozy, berry-forward scent that swings between 'absolute masterpiece' and 'generic designer dupe'. You'll either adore its warm, sensual embrace or dismiss it for smelling like every other sweet, spicy scent out there. Blind buy at your peril.
This is a truly gorgeous scent profile that's tragically let down by woeful performance. Buyers are crying out for an intense version, and for good reason - you'll need to swim in it to make it last, or dedicate yourself to 'maceration'. Such a shame.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong boozy and warm spicy accords, coupled with community remarks about it being 'sexy' and for 'date night', make it unsuitable for office or sport. The luxurious yet comforting feel, however, lends itself well to formal events and intimate dates.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and poor longevity make it unsuitable for most formal or active situations, but it excels as a skin scent for close encounters or casual wear. It's too subdued for an office unless you enjoy reapplying constantly.
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.
Shares 7 of its 20 notes, including Sandalwood, Musk, Amber
Adds benzoin and cardamom, drops oud and spicy notes
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Drunk Lovers EDP
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Mahd Al Dhahab EDP
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International (4)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work
International (1)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work