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Qidwah Eau de Parfum bottle Qidwah EDP
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2021 Year 2020
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Rosendo Mateu No 5 Eau de Parfum bottle Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Qidwah EDP
A budget rose-vanilla EDP in the Roses Vanille lane, leaning a touch spicier and woodier than the Mancera with the same dominant rose-and-vanilla heart that defines the genre.
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Our Verdict - Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP
A niche treasure that elegantly bridges the gap between warm spices and fresh florals, making it versatile for various settings.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Qidwah EDP
Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 29% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Rose 23% vs 31%
Jasmine 19% vs 42%
Cinnamon 12% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 22% vs 21%
Sandalwood 19% vs 21%
Amber 18% vs 30%
Musk 15% vs 26%

Accords

Qidwah Rosendo Mateu No 5
100%
Rose
90%
Vanilla
Floral
80%
65%
Warm Spicy
70%
45%
Amber
60%
55%
Sweet
50%
Woody
50%
Fresh
50%
40%
Powdery
100%
90%
80%
Warm Spicy shared
65%
70%
Amber shared
45%
60%
55%
Woody shared
50%
50%
50%
40%

Performance

Qidwah Rosendo Mateu No 5
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Qidwah

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The rose-vanilla-saffron-amber spine reads warmest in autumn and winter where the spice and creamy base have room to bloom; spring is workable in moderation but summer heat amplifies the sweetness uncomfortably.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Strong projection and sensual rose-vanilla weight make it a confident date and formal evening pick; the spice and longevity can feel heavy in an office setting and overpower light casual wear.

Rosendo Mateu No 5

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The warm spicy and floral accords make it suitable for cooler weather in spring and fall. Its light freshness can still complement milder summer days but may be too rich for the heat of summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

With its moderate projection and balanced intensity, it fits well in casual and date settings. Its unique character can be intriguing in an office, but might be too complex for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, woody, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Qidwah EDP
Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP
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