Abraaj Enclosure Eau de Parfum bottle Abraaj Enclosure
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2020 Year 2019
£ Price Tier ££
Baldessarini Black Eau de Toilette bottle Baldessarini Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Abraaj Enclosure
A potent, polarising scent that's either 'toothpaste in a bottle' or a 'beastmode' amber-mint masterpiece. This one needs time to mature on the shelf, otherwise it's just raw edges.
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Our Verdict - Baldessarini Black
This one's a mixed bag, mate. Some reckon it's a classy, modern barbershop scent, a brilliant Rive Gauche dupe for a bargain. Others find it weak, dated, and a bit of a let-down. If you like old-school vibes with a fresh twist, it might be for you, but don't expect a powerhouse.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 0%
Floral 7% 8%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 7% 11%
Sweet 15% 14%
Warm 32% 23%
Woody 15% 10%
Earthy 20% 23%
Animalic 13% 15%
Fresh 13% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Abraaj Enclosure EdP
Baldessarini Black EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 20% vs 33%
Only in Baldessarini Black
Basil 36% Ice 30%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 25% vs 38%
Only in Baldessarini Black
Myrrh 37% Geranium 24%
Shared Notes
Leather 31% vs 44%
Labdanum 27% vs 31%
Only in Abraaj Enclosure
Amber Xtreme 41%
Only in Baldessarini Black
Tonka Bean 24%

Accords

Abraaj Enclosure Baldessarini Black
100%
Amber
100%
55%
Fresh Spicy
90%
61%
Aromatic
88%
65%
Warm Spicy
76%
Patchouli
72%
50%
Leather
69%
Fresh
67%
52%
Balsamic
64%
63%
Woody
63%
Sweet
60%
57%
Green
Amber shared
100%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
55%
90%
Aromatic shared
61%
88%
Warm Spicy shared
65%
76%
72%
Leather shared
50%
69%
67%
Balsamic shared
52%
64%
Woody shared
63%
63%
60%
57%

Performance

Abraaj Enclosure Baldessarini Black
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Abraaj Enclosure

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its nuclear performance and intense amber and spicy accords make it too strong for most office environments and casual wear. It shines in evening settings, perfect for a special date or a formal event, where its luxurious presence can be appreciated without overwhelming.

Baldessarini Black

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and barbershop leanings make it suitable for office and smart casual settings, though some find it a bit too mature for a date. The blend of fresh and warm accords prevents it from being a full-on formal choice, and poor longevity for some makes it less ideal for longer events. It's certainly not one for the gym.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
83%
Accord
82%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Labdanum, Leather notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Abraaj Enclosure
Baldessarini Black
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