Is Lattafa Qaa'ed a dupe of Issey Miyake Nuit D'Issey Polaris?
Nuit D'Issey Polaris EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2020 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Qaa'ed EDP
Qaa'ed and Nuit D'Issey Polaris share woody, vanilla, and oud DNA, but diverge in execution. Qaa'ed is a loud, budget-friendly, and potentially synthetic experience leaning into strong spice. Polaris opts for a smoother, darker, sweeter profile with greater refinement. The key difference lies in the overall balance and quality of ingredients. Polaris has sadly been discontinued, so bottles are becoming difficult to find. If you can't find Polaris, Qaa'ed might scratch the itch - but temper your expectations.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Nuit D'Issey Polaris
- Qaa'ed
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want an affordable oud fragrance.
- You prefer bolder, spicier scents.
- You don't mind a potentially synthetic edge.
- You want a fragrance with strong performance.
- You prefer smoother, more refined scents.
- You enjoy dark, sweet, and woody fragrances.
- You are willing to hunt for a discontinued gem.
- You appreciate higher-quality ingredients.
A truly gorgeous, dark, sweet, and smooth legend from Issey Miyake's Nuit line. Polaris is sadly discontinued, so if you happen upon a bottle don't hesitate to snatch it up - it's a masterpiece.
This one is a properly divisive beast. A super-affordable Middle Eastern spice bomb that some adore for its warmth and fantastic performance, while others find it a harsh, synthetic nightmare. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
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Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and dark, intense character make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for evening dates and formal events. The rich accords and strong performance are best suited for cooler weather social occasions.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Qaa'ed's potent projection and lasting power make it too overwhelming for polite office wear, but its seductive, opulent character is spot on for dates and formal evening events. Its strength is best reserved for cooler weather and casual situations where you want to make a statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 8 notes, including Bergamot
Adds amber and balsam, drops cardamom and carnation
Where to buy
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