Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum bottle Art of Arabia I
Edp Concentration Edp
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2023 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Melancolia Eau de Parfum bottle Melancolia

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Art of Arabia I
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum
A clean, fresh, and uplifting scent that punches well above its price point. It's not a dead ringer for more expensive options, but it offers a similar vibe without the dent in your wallet. Great for everyday wear, though some find the opening a bit harsh.
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Our Verdict - Melancolia Eau de Parfum
This one is an absolute head-scratcher. Despite the name, it's a surprising burst of fresh spice and aromatic greenery. Some folks adore its unique, uplifting character, while others find it harsh and compared it to industrial cleaners. Definitely a love-it-or-hate-it scent.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19% 15%
Floral 5% 1%
Fruity 2% 0%
Green 19% 22%
Sweet 6% 5%
Warm 20% 32%
Woody 5% 3%
Earthy 5% 3%
Animalic 4% 15%
Fresh 42% 34%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Art of Arabia I EdP
Melancolia EdP

Notes

Only in Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum
Bergamot 54% Mint 46%
Shared Notes
Ginger 33% vs 14%
Only in Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum
Ambroxan 40% Frankincense 30% Cinnamon 29%

Accords

Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum Melancolia Eau de Parfum
100%
Fresh Spicy
100%
89%
Green
57%
79%
Citrus
66%
72%
Aromatic
78%
55%
Amber
55%
Fresh
Musky
47%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
100%
Green shared
89%
57%
Citrus shared
79%
66%
Aromatic shared
72%
78%
55%
55%
47%

Performance

Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum Melancolia Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it perfect for office and casual settings. While some note good longevity, it's generally not a beast mode scent, keeping it suitable for close-quarters environments. It's highly rated by reviewers for daily wear and even gym use due to its uplifting nature.

Melancolia Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Autumn

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Given its fresh spicy and aromatic profile, it suits casual and sporty settings well. However, its divisive nature and sometimes 'harsh' perception mean it's less ideal for formal or intimate date situations, and moderate for the office.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
80%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
73%
Accord
82%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Citrus accords and Mint, Ginger notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Art of Arabia I Eau de Parfum
Melancolia Eau de Parfum
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