Is Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa a dupe of Kilian Angels' Share?
Angels' Share EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2023 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Riqqa EDP
Angels' Share and Riqqa both aim for that boozy, gourmand profile, but they diverge in depth and complexity. Angels' Share boasts a richer, more nuanced blend of cognac and oak, delivering a luxurious, long-lasting experience. Riqqa, while capturing the essence, is a more straightforward, less refined interpretation. The key difference lies in the quality of ingredients and the overall artistry. Angels' Share is a statement fragrance, while Riqqa is a budget-friendly alternative for everyday wear. If you crave sophistication, go for Angels' Share. If you want the vibe without breaking the bank, Riqqa is a solid choice.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Angels' Share
- Riqqa
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a luxurious and long-lasting fragrance.
- You appreciate high-quality ingredients and artistry.
- You want a strong, statement-making scent.
- You want a more nuanced and complex fragrance.
- You want a budget-friendly option.
- You want a 'safe blind buy'.
- You like the Angels' Share profile but want something lighter.
- You want a reliable, everyday gourmand scent.
Dessert for cold nights, poured from a cognac glass. Cinnamon and praline give it a boozy, caramelised sweetness, and it hangs about for hours. Heavy going in warm weather.
A dessert in a bottle. Cinnamon and nutmeg open it, praline and date make it sticky-sweet, and tonka, vanilla and oud hold the base. Potent, a bit much for a formal night, and lovely on an autumn evening.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Cinnamon
16%
vs
11%
Vanilla
14%
vs
10%
Praline
12%
vs
11%
Tonka Bean
12%
vs
10%
Cognac
19% share of the perfume
Vanilla
14%
vs
10%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Cognac, cinnamon and praline are made for autumn nights, with winter a close second. Summer heat turns it cloying.
Occasions
Best for date nights and upscale evenings, where its strength and warmth help it leave a mark. Too sweet and assertive for the office or sport.
Seasons
Warm spice and sweetness suit autumn best, with spring close behind.
Occasions
Sweet and potent but rarely offensive, it works for casual wear, dates and a smaller office. For formal events, where restraint matters, choose something quieter.
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 4 of its 12 notes, including Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Praline
Adds benzoin and bergamot, drops cognac and dragée
Where to buy
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