Sahraa
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2016 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Oud de Nil
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Sahraa is a divisive beast: some hail it a rose-oud masterpiece, a truly opulent sensory journey, while others recoil, finding it cheap, synthetic, or even resembling stomach acid. It's a statement piece, but one that demands a test drive before committing.
This one's a proper grower, a controversial take on oud that starts strong and settles into something unexpectedly beautiful. It's divisive, with some finding it a bit 'much' at first, but for those who stick with it, Oud de Nil offers a surprisingly delicate interpretation of a classic.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 44% | 46% |
| Floral | 31% | 44% |
| Fruity | 7% | 6% |
| Green | 7% | 8% |
| Sweet | 9% | 12% |
| Warm | 1% | 1% |
| Woody | 5% | 0% |
| Earthy | 9% | 0% |
| Animalic | 2% | 3% |
| Fresh | 29% | 28% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With its strong sillage and exceptional longevity, Sahraa projects luxury, making it too powerful for most office environments. It shines on dates and formal evenings, where its opulent character can truly be appreciated, but is far too much for casual or sport wear.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its strong opening and sophisticated oud-rose profile, this scent is better suited for evenings and special events rather than the office. Its longevity means it will carry you through a date or formal gathering with ease, though some find it can be a bit 'intense' for casual daytime wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Oud, Rose accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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