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Abu Dhabi Eau de Parfum bottle Abu Dhabi EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2024 Year -
££££ Price Tier ££
Desert Royal Eau de Parfum bottle Desert Royal EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Abu Dhabi EDP
Abu Dhabi is a divisive Middle Eastern gourmand that some swear by as a compliment magnet and others simply call "yuck." It's not for everyone, with its rich, sweet, and occasionally smoky profile, but it definitely sparks conversation.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Desert Royal EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Abu Dhabi by Memo Paris. It leans on Plum, Cardamom, Dates to evoke the original's signature character at a budget-friendly price - a practical pick for fans who want the vibe without the designer outlay.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Abu Dhabi EDP
Desert Royal EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Plum 56% vs 52%
Cardamom 43% vs 47%
Shared Notes
Date 55% vs 52%
Saffron 44% vs 47%
Shared Notes
Amber 57% vs 52%
Vetiver 42% vs 47%

Accords

Abu Dhabi Desert Royal
100%
Sweet
85%
94%
Fruity
80%
93%
Warm Spicy
79%
63%
Amber
54%
60%
Aromatic
50%
Metallic
47%
Earthy
46%
Leather
45%
Woody
Sweet shared
100%
85%
Fruity shared
94%
80%
Warm Spicy shared
93%
79%
Amber shared
63%
54%
60%
50%
47%
46%
45%

Performance

Abu Dhabi Desert Royal
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Abu Dhabi

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This scent is too dominant and sweet for an office environment, but its rich gourmand and amber accords make it perfect for date nights and formal events. It's also suitable for cooler casual outings, given its strong projection and longevity as noted by many reviews.

Desert Royal

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The warm spicy character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its warm spicy, fruity signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean sweet, fruity, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Abu Dhabi EDP
Desert Royal EDP
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