Shaghaf Oud Royale Eau de Parfum bottle Shaghaf Oud Royale
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2023 Year 2025
££ Price Tier ££
Eminence Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Eminence Oud

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Shaghaf Oud Royale
A divisive but well-performing Middle Eastern-style oud. Expect prominent patchouli and saffron, with a softer, Western-friendly oud that leans more woody than barnyard. Incredible value, though some find it lacks sweetness or refinement.
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Our Verdict - Eminence Oud
A bold, unapologetic oud that doesn't just whisper, it shouts. Not for the faint-hearted, this one demands attention and is a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair among enthusiasts.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 6% 5%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 3% 2%
Sweet 11% 10%
Warm 28% 24%
Woody 26% 32%
Earthy 30% 28%
Animalic 23% 30%
Fresh 7% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Shaghaf Oud Royale EdP
Eminence Oud EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 59% vs 33%
Lavender 40% vs 33%
Only in Eminence Oud
Nutmeg 33%
Shared Notes
Oud 60% vs 100%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Royale
Nutmeg 39%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 64% vs 50%
Musk 35% vs 50%

Accords

Shaghaf Oud Royale Eminence Oud
100%
Warm Spicy
93%
85%
Fresh Spicy
100%
87%
Oud
77%
79%
Patchouli
77%
64%
Lavender
77%
58%
Musky
77%
58%
Woody
58%
Powdery
58%
57%
Metallic
52%
55%
Earthy
52%
51%
Leather
Warm Spicy shared
100%
93%
Fresh Spicy shared
85%
100%
Oud shared
87%
77%
Patchouli shared
79%
77%
Lavender shared
64%
77%
Musky shared
58%
77%
Woody shared
58%
58%
58%
Metallic shared
57%
52%
Earthy shared
55%
52%
51%

Performance

Shaghaf Oud Royale Eminence Oud
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Shaghaf Oud Royale

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its impressive longevity and strong sillage mean this isn't shy, making it borderline for the office unless applied lightly. However, its rich, refined character and 'royal' feel make it perfectly suited for formal events and a confident choice for dates. It's generally too heavy for casual wear or sport.

Eminence Oud

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent oud and strong projection make it less suitable for an office, as it can be quite imposing. However, these same qualities excel on a date or at formal events where its commanding presence can truly shine.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
98%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
100%
Accord
94%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy, Patchouli accords and Lavender, Oud notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Shaghaf Oud Royale
Eminence Oud
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