Is Lattafa Sheikh Al Shuyukh Supreme a dupe of Kilian Blue Moon Ginger Dash?
Sheikh Al Shuyukh Supreme and Blue Moon Ginger Dash both aim for a unisex appeal with amber and ambroxan, but diverge sharply in execution. Sheikh Al Shuyukh Supreme, a budget option, is a mixed bag - potentially a versatile amber-musk, but often criticized for synthetic harshness. Blue Moon Ginger Dash, in the ultraluxury price tier, presents boozy and fresh notes, yet faces criticism for smelling aquatic or even fishy on some. The key difference lies in the overall accord profile, with one being a polarizing synthetic amber, the other a potentially-challenging boozy freshie.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Blue Moon Ginger Dash
- Sheikh Al Shuyukh Supreme
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want an amber-musk fragrance on a tight budget.
- You enjoy taking a gamble on affordable fragrances.
- You want a versatile scent for everyday wear.
- You appreciate boozy, fresh fragrances.
- You don't mind investing in pricier, unique scents.
- You want to make a statement with niche perfumery.
A cold cocktail in scent form: lemon and mint for sparkle, ginger and vodka for bite. Bright, aquatic and made for hot days, with a clean ambroxan and musk finish.
Sweet spice with some weight behind it. Saffron and cinnamon warm a rose-and-caramel heart, then amber and vanilla close it out. A strong pick for dates and cooler days.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Vanilla
18% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
10% share of the perfume
Amber
7% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
4% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
10%
vs
4%
Lemon
17% share of the perfume
Ginger
15% share of the perfume
Calone
14% share of the perfume
Vodka
12% share of the perfume
Mint
11% share of the perfume
Musk
11% share of the perfume
Aldehydes
8% share of the perfume
Caramel
30% share of the perfume
Vanilla
18% share of the perfume
Rose
15% share of the perfume
Patchouli
11% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
10% share of the perfume
Amber
7% share of the perfume
Saffron
2% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
2% share of the perfume
Lemon
17% share of the perfume
Calone
14% share of the perfume
Mint
11% share of the perfume
Aldehydes
8% share of the perfume
Rose
15% share of the perfume
Saffron
2% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
2% share of the perfume
Caramel
30% share of the perfume
Patchouli
11% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
10%
vs
4%
Musk
11% share of the perfume
Vanilla
18% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
10% share of the perfume
Amber
7% share of the perfume
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
Mint, lemon and calone make summer the clear match, with spring a second choice. Winter mutes its sparkle.
Occasions
Bright and fizzy, it fits casual days, sport and warm outings. It is too light for a formal event.
Seasons
Caramel, cinnamon and amber glow in the cold, with spring and autumn close behind; summer is the weakest.
Occasions
Sweet, warm and noticeable, it suits dates and casual outings. It needs restraint at the office and in formal settings.
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 Ambroxan
Adds aldehydes and calone, drops amber and caramel
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Blue Moon Ginger Dash EDP
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