Shahrazad
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Durrat Al Aroos
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Shahrazad is a warm, woody-vanilla that's often compared to Lattafa's Raghba. It's a cosy, resinous oriental that's perfect for chilly evenings inside, offering decent performance and great value despite some mixed reviews on its longevity.
Durrat Al Aroos is a proper head-turner, but it's a divisive one. You'll either love its musky-woody warmth with a playful fruit twist, or you'll be put off by what some call an overly synthetic edge. Performance is stellar, but test before you commit to this beast.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 1% | 3% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 27% | 25% |
| Warm | 36% | 28% |
| Woody | 30% | 21% |
| Earthy | 19% | 12% |
| Animalic | 14% | 19% |
| Fresh | 2% | 5% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, resinous nature and moderate projection make it more suitable for evening and cooler weather occasions. While some consider it a good performer, it's generally not loud enough to offend in an office but shines brightest on dates or casual outings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, Durrat Al Aroos is best suited for social occasions, particularly dates, where its alluring warmth can shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for office wear and its character doesn't align with sport, but it works well for casual outings or even some formal events where you want to make a statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Guaiac Wood, Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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