Maharjan Gold
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2013 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Shanghai Lily
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a wild card, Maharan Gold is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. While some find it luxurious and cosy, others are scrubbing off 'pine' and 'paint'. If you embrace the unexpected, you might just find your new obsession, but it's definitely not a safe blind buy.
Tom Ford Shanghai Lily is a deeply polarising scent. While many hail it as a devastatingly beautiful masterpiece, others find it too bitter and overwhelming, smelling of dentist's offices or burnt incense. This isn't a safe blind buy, but for those who love bold, oriental florals, it's an enchanting and unforgettable experience.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 4% |
| Floral | 21% | 21% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 6% | 3% |
| Sweet | 13% | 20% |
| Warm | 33% | 34% |
| Woody | 16% | 15% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 9% | 8% |
| Fresh | 11% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and sweet, smoky accords, Maharjan Gold is ill-suited for the office or active wear. It shines in cooler weather settings, making it perfect for date nights or evenings out, but its unique profile might be too polarising for formal events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This is a strong, projecting fragrance that's best suited for occasions where it can truly shine and intrigue, such as dates or formal events, especially in cooler weather. Its intensity makes it largely unsuitable for office wear or casual daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody accords and Tuberose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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