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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Lattafa 24 Carat Pure Gold is an unashamedly bold, challenging oud-leather beast that promises a riot of scent. If you're into strong, unapologetic Middle Eastern vibes, it's a winner, but don't expect a crowd-pleaser.
Blessed Baraka is a divisive, intoxicating amber-musk that some find heavenly and others, pure chemical hell. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans praising its dark, sexy allure and mystique, while detractors are left recoiling from what they perceive as industrial-strength synthetics and an offensive 'rubber' or 'sick' smell. Sample first, no blind buying unless you live for drama.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 24% | 15% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 25% | 38% |
| Warm | 15% | 17% |
| Woody | 24% | 23% |
| Earthy | 9% | 7% |
| Animalic | 21% | 23% |
| Fresh | 3% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its beastly projection and longevity make it entirely unsuitable for office wear, risk clearing out the room. It lends itself well to formal events and daring evening dates, especially in cooler weather, where its intense character can be appreciated.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Blessed Baraka's strong, dense character and sometimes imposing sillage make it ill-suited for the office or casual daytime wear where subtlety is key. It truly shines for dates and evening events, where its mysterious, sexy vibe can be appreciated without overwhelming a confined space. Its warmth makes it ideal for colder weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Powdery, Woody accords and Vanilla, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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