Is Lattafa Qaed Al Fursan a dupe of Rabanne Black XS?
Black XS EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2016 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Qaed Al Fursan EDP
Qaed Al Fursan and Black XS both offer sweet, woody experiences, but diverge in style and intensity. Qaed Al Fursan is a loud, tropical pineapple bomb, making a statement with its overt sweetness. Black XS is more nuanced, blending dark fruits and woods for a 'strawberry milkshake' effect. Performance is a key differentiator: Qaed Al Fursan delivers strong projection, while Black XS suffers in newer formulations - vintage is recommended. If you want bold tropical fun, choose Qaed Al Fursan; for a darker, more playful sweetness, opt for Black XS.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Black XS
- Qaed Al Fursan
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a strong, attention-grabbing fragrance.
- You love pineapple and tropical scents.
- You want a budget-friendly mood booster.
- Longevity and projection are your top priorities.
- You prefer a more subtle, dark sweetness.
- You enjoy unique, playful fragrance combinations.
- You appreciate a noughties classic.
- Strawberry and woody notes appeal to you.
A legendary noughties fragrance, Black XS is a sweet, dark, and playful scent that's loved by many for its unique 'strawberry milkshake' vibe. Ignore the whiners, this one's a classic - but be warned, performance issues with newer batches mean you should hunt down a vintage if you can.
A bombastic burst of syrupy pineapple with a sweet woody backbone, Qaed Al Fursan is a fun, affordable crowd-pleaser. Not for the shy or those seeking subtlety, but unbeatable for pure tropical energy and mood-lifting effect.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Praline
26% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
23% share of the perfume
Sage
17% share of the perfume
Lemon
13% share of the perfume
Rosewood
6% share of the perfume
Tolu Balsam
5% share of the perfume
Cardamom
4% share of the perfume
Patchouli
3% share of the perfume
Ambergris
3% 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Black XS is a sweet, bold fragrance that's best suited for casual wear, dates, and nights out. Its moderate to strong sillage and sweet accords might be a bit much for a formal office setting, but it's a solid choice for social occasions.
Seasons
The juicy pineapple and freshness make it lively for spring, while the syrupy sweetness and woody base anchor it well in fall. Summer works if not too humid, but the sweetness can be cloying in heat. In winter, the scent lacks true depth for cold weather.
Occasions
Best for casual wear, weekends, social gatherings, or gym due to its playful, bold pineapple-forward nature. It can work for daytime dates but may overwhelm in formal or office settings due to its sweetness and assertive fruity character.
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.
Similar overall composition based on olfactory analysis
Adds amber and cedar, drops ambergris and cardamom
Where to buy
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