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Shaal Nur Eau de Parfum bottle Shaal Nur EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
F Gender M
1997 Year 2021
££ Price Tier £££££
Viking Cologne Cologne bottle Viking Cologne EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Shaal Nur EDP
This Etro offering is a proper shapeshifter, a complex aromatic woody scent that sparks division. Some find it a beautifully evolved, elegant wear, others are left wanting. Expect an 'old-school' vibe with a modern twist, but don't expect it to stay the same from first spray to dry-down.
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Our Verdict - Viking Cologne EDC
Viking Cologne is a fresh, modern take on a classic masculine fougere. While praised for its invigorating citrus opening and sophisticated barber shop dry down, its performance can be polarising, with some experiencing great longevity while others are left wanting more.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Shaal Nur EDP
Viking Cologne EDC

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 20% vs 21%
Lemon 17% vs 25%
Mandarin 11% vs 29%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 18% vs 26%
Patchouli 14% vs 16%
Cedar 12% vs 19%

Accords

Shaal Nur Viking Cologne
100%
Aromatic
100%
72%
Citrus
94%
67%
Fresh Spicy
82%
80%
Woody
80%
56%
Amber
55%
Balsamic
Lavender
54%
Herbal
50%
46%
Earthy
44%
44%
Smoky
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
72%
94%
Fresh Spicy shared
67%
82%
Woody shared
80%
80%
56%
55%
54%
50%
Earthy shared
46%
44%
44%

Performance

Shaal Nur Viking Cologne
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Shaal Nur

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Shaal Nur, with its moderate to strong sillage and complex aromatic-woody profile, is best suited for social and formal occasions where its nuanced development can be appreciated. While some find it too potent for daily office wear, its 'intelligent' and 'classy' feel makes it a good fit for dates and formal events, and versatile enough for casual wear if applied sparingly.

Viking Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh and clean aromatic profile makes it highly versatile, suitable for daily wear, including the office, without being overpowering. The energetic citrus and herbal accords also lend themselves well to casual and even sporty settings, though its more restrained performance on some wearers might limit its impact for formal evenings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, woody, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Shaal Nur EDP
Viking Cologne EDC
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