Grise
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Hawas Black
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Which Should You Buy?
This earthy rose manages to be both refined and surprisingly versatile. It's a proper chamealeon, adapting to almost any situation, though some find it a bit too old-school or even plasticky.
Rasasi Hawas Black is a divisive, beast-mode monster that’s not for the faint-hearted. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it scent with raw, unapologetic masculinity, often described as an oakmoss bomb with serious staying power. Not a safe blind buy, as many find it too harsh or mature for their tastes.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 20% |
| Floral | 19% | 9% |
| Fruity | 1% | 12% |
| Green | 6% | 7% |
| Sweet | 14% | 11% |
| Warm | 4% | 3% |
| Woody | 33% | 30% |
| Earthy | 33% | 29% |
| Animalic | 2% | 2% |
| Fresh | 9% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature make it suitable for most settings without being overwhelming. The elegant rose-chypre profile can work for casual and office wear, but the distinct, 'old-world' notes might be a bit much for active sport or extremely formal events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its nuclear performance and divisive nature, Hawas Black is best reserved for casual outings, nights out, or dates if you're sure your companion appreciates potent, masculine scents. Its immense projection makes it unsuitable for office wear, and its intensity would be overwhelming for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Patchouli accords and Patchouli, Oakmoss notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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