Shawq
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2021 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Al Sheik Rich Special Edition
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Shawq is a surprisingly good, sweet pineapple bomb for the price, delivering an intoxicating fruity zing that many adore. However, some find it a bit too sweet or synthetic, and performance can be hit-or-miss depending on the batch, with newer releases often being weaker.
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; a decent Aventus dupe if you're into that, but don't expect it to stick around all day. It's a crowd-pleaser that could do with a longevity boost.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 9% |
| Floral | 13% | 17% |
| Fruity | 21% | 21% |
| Green | 9% | 10% |
| Sweet | 12% | 19% |
| Warm | 4% | 4% |
| Woody | 20% | 13% |
| Earthy | 16% | 20% |
| Animalic | 14% | 16% |
| Fresh | 25% | 15% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its sweet, fruity, and often strong projection makes it great for casual outings and dates, but it can be too potent for formal settings or the office. While reviewers note it's fantastic for warmer weather, some batches have weak performance, making reapplication necessary for sports.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fruity-woody profile makes it versatile for casual and date settings, hitting that sweet spot without being overly formal. The reported poorer longevity and sillage mean it won't overwhelm an office, but might require reapplication for longer events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Woody accords and Blackcurrant, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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