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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a straight-up beast, but you'll need the patience of a saint whilst it 'macerates' into its full glory. Once it settles, King by Armaf is a sweet, fruity, and unapologetically loud scent that's a dead ringer for JPG Scandal Absolu.
Divisive and prone to controversy. This gourmand-leaning scent aims for baked goodness but lands squarely in love-it-or-hate-it territory. Many praise its unique take on blueberry muffins, but a vocal opposition calls it a copycat with poor longevity and a stale, yeasty aroma. Try before you buy, unless you enjoy scent roulette.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 6% | 4% |
| Fruity | 26% | 27% |
| Green | 2% | 1% |
| Sweet | 43% | 50% |
| Warm | 20% | 18% |
| Woody | 12% | 6% |
| Earthy | 6% | 5% |
| Animalic | 2% | 0% |
| Fresh | 5% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top 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 powerful projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its sweet, attention-grabbing profile, make it less suited for a quiet office but perfect for dates and evening events. While some find it versatile, its warmth and strong sillage are best reserved for cooler weather and bolder impressions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its gourmand nature and moderate performance make it best suited for casual wear or intimate dates, rather than formal events or the office. The sweet, warm profile doesn't align with professional settings. Given longevity complaints, it leans more towards short, casual outings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Warm Spicy, Powdery accords and Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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