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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it a warm, woody dream; others, a synthetic nightmare. It needs time to mature in the bottle, so patience is key. Don't blind buy unless you live for drama.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 0% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 1% |
| Sweet | 35% | 27% |
| Warm | 16% | 36% |
| Woody | 33% | 30% |
| Earthy | 18% | 19% |
| Animalic | 11% | 14% |
| Fresh | 1% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent performance and strong, sweet, woody profile mean it's too overwhelming for an office setting. However, its bold and luxurious character makes it a strong contender for dates and formal events, though perhaps best for cooler weather casual outings.
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Woody, Oriental accords and Vanilla, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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