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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a minefield. While some rave about its unique tropical iris and vanilla blend, others are absolutely repulsed, picking up notes of sour milk and worse. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so test it, let it macerate, and then decide if it's treasure or trash.
Lattafa's The Kingdom for Men is a budget-friendly dupe that's stirred up a proper fuss. It's close to the original, but opinions are divided on whether it truly captures the magic or falls short with a synthetic opening and missing honey notes. Prepare for compliments, but also for a bit of a wait for it to "macerate" properly, if you believe in that sort of thing.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 14% | 11% |
| Fruity | 2% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 15% |
| Sweet | 26% | 35% |
| Warm | 23% | 18% |
| Woody | 4% | 4% |
| Earthy | 11% | 9% |
| Animalic | 2% | 4% |
| Fresh | 23% | 20% |
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 potent projection and unique mix of sweet, salty, and powdery notes make it less suitable for formal or office settings where subtlety is key. It truly shines in casual or date scenarios, particularly during warmer evenings or on holiday, where its tropical and inviting character can be appreciated.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With strong projection and long-lasting performance, this scent is primarily suited for date nights and colder casual outings. Its sweetness and amber warmth might be too much for formal settings or an office environment, but it's not entirely out of the question for the right situation. Definitely not a gym scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Amber, Lavender accords and Lavender, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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