Al Amaken
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Catch De Noire
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive Fruitchouli that either wows with impressive longevity and projection or falls flat with weak performance. If you're after a budget-friendly dupe for Flowerbomb or La Vie Est Belle, this might be your jam-packed sweet treat, but don't expect groundbreaking originality.
This is a seriously punchy, modern take on a classic chypre. Not for the faint-hearted, it's a bold statement that demands attention and gets it, but perhaps not universally. Expect compliments, or a bit of head-scratching.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 10% |
| Floral | 24% | 17% |
| Fruity | 20% | 20% |
| Green | 6% | 9% |
| Sweet | 24% | 21% |
| Warm | 2% | 4% |
| Woody | 13% | 12% |
| Earthy | 12% | 18% |
| Animalic | 10% | 15% |
| Fresh | 16% | 15% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sweet and sometimes powerful fruity-floral character with a patchouli base makes it better suited for evenings out or casual wear rather than a formal office setting. While some experience moderate projection, others find it a beast, suggesting caution for close-quarter environments.
Seasons
Occasions
Its bold projection and strong character make it less suitable for a discreet office environment. However, its sophisticated fruity-woody profile is perfect for making an impression on a date or at a formal event, and its modern edge works well in casual settings too.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Rose, Woody accords and Rose, Blackcurrant notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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