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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive plum-spiced sensation from Lattafa, Al Nashama is either a jammy, sophisticated masterpiece or a jarringly artificial mess. Those who love it, really love it, particularly after some maceration unleashes its full, sweet potential.
This one's a proper Marmite scent - you'll either love its intensely syrupy caramel and resinous depth or recoil from its 'burnt kitchen' vibe. It creates entire worlds for some, like a cherished memory, while others find it too challenging or simply weird. Definitely not blind buy safe, but a cult favourite for many.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 14% |
| Floral | 13% | 3% |
| Fruity | 15% | 16% |
| Green | 12% | 21% |
| Sweet | 15% | 8% |
| Warm | 25% | 30% |
| Woody | 8% | 6% |
| Earthy | 20% | 16% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 11% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong projection and rich, sweet-spicy character make it a bit much for a formal office environment, but it's perfect for dates and evening events where its alluring warmth can shine. Some find it versatile enough for daily casual wear, especially later in the drydown, but it leans too bold for most sports activities.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This fragrance is nuclear in performance and has a very strong, distinctive character, making it largely unsuitable for office wear. Its cosy, bold warmth is perfect for intimate dates or casual, relaxed settings. While unique and luxurious, its gourmand and heavy profile might be too niche for most formal occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Amber, Herbal accords and Leather, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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