Lail Maleki
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
The Queen of Sheba
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a proper debate; Lail Maleki is about as divisive as they come. Some find it a glorious, potent floral-sweet powerhouse, others a screechy, synthetic nightmare reminiscent of cleaning products or a 'nursing home'. Love it or hate it, subtlety isn't its strong suit.
This is a seriously divisive fragrance - some find it a gorgeous peachy floral with an intriguing tobacco twist, while others get cloying sweetness and a 'cheap' accord. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 7% |
| Floral | 25% | 30% |
| Fruity | 16% | 12% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 30% | 27% |
| Warm | 16% | 16% |
| Woody | 8% | 5% |
| Earthy | 3% | 7% |
| Animalic | 15% | 22% |
| Fresh | 8% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense floral-sweet profile make it overwhelming for office wear. It's better suited for evenings or cooler weather, where its bold character can shine without suffocating those nearby. The 'old school' vibe might not appeal to everyone for a date but works well in formal settings due to its prominent sillage.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and unique profile make it less suited for the office, but its 'come hither' vibes and sensual character are perfect for date nights. It's a bit too heavy for sport but could work for more relaxed casual wear or an evening formal event if applied lightly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Floral, Sweet accords and Jasmine, Citrus notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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