Sama Al Emarat
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2012 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Zafar
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a seriously impressive oud-centric fragrance for the price, delivering a sophisticated Eastern vibe without being overly challenging. It's a proper grown-up scent that performs well and earns consistent praise.
Zafar is a polarising beast. For the uninitiated, the opening is a pure barnyard assault of funky oud. But for the confident oud-lovers who brave the strong start, a sophisticated, woody, and musky drydown awaits.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 14% |
| Floral | 19% | 14% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 16% | 17% |
| Warm | 21% | 24% |
| Woody | 22% | 20% |
| Earthy | 11% | 13% |
| Animalic | 23% | 22% |
| Fresh | 10% | 9% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
While quite strong, its sophisticated warmth makes it suitable for evenings out, particularly dates and formal events. It can be worn casually, but its intensity and the oud accord might be too much for an office setting or active pursuits.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The initial challenging, barnyard oud makes Zafar unsuitable for office or casual wear where you might offend. It's best reserved for formal occasions or specific date nights where its unique character can be appreciated, though many users suggest waiting until the drydown to go out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Amber, Fresh Spicy accords and Saffron, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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