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Honey Aoud Eau de Parfum bottle Honey Aoud EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2015 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Shaghaf Oud Azraq Eau de Parfum bottle Shaghaf Oud Azraq EDP
Our Verdict

Honey Aoud and Shaghaf Oud Azraq both deliver a sweet, oud-centric experience, but they differ in their overall impact. Honey Aoud is a more direct, in-your-face honey-oud blend, known for its intense projection and longevity. Shaghaf Oud Azraq, in contrast, offers a smoother, more complex profile, with a greater emphasis on amber and vanilla to balance the oud. If you prefer a bold, singular statement, go for Honey Aoud. If you desire a richer, more nuanced composition that evolves on the skin, Shaghaf Oud Azraq is the better choice.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Honey Aoud if...
  • You want a fragrance with monstrous projection.
  • You prefer a more straightforward honey-oud combination.
  • You love a fragrance that announces your presence.
  • You want beast mode performance.
Choose Shaghaf Oud Azraq if...
  • You prefer a smoother, more balanced oud fragrance.
  • You appreciate a complex scent with amber and vanilla.
  • You want a fragrance that evolves over time.
  • You want a high-quality scent at a mid-range price.
Our Verdict - Honey Aoud EDP
Honey Aoud is a monstrously potent honey-oud combo that's either a decadent delight or a synthetic nightmare, depending on who you ask. It’s got beast-mode performance, so one or two sprays are more than enough to announce your presence.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Shaghaf Oud Azraq EDP
This is a beast of a fragrance with a divisive opening, but give it time to macerate and you'll be rewarded with a rich, complex, and high-quality scent. It's an undisputed crowd-pleaser for lovers of sweet, dark ouds.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Honey Aoud EDP
Shaghaf Oud Azraq EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Honey 50% vs 52%
Only in Honey Aoud
Cinnamon 50%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Azraq
Oud 48%
Shared Notes
Leather 25% vs 47%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Azraq
Patchouli 53%

Accords

Honey Aoud Shaghaf Oud Azraq
100%
Honey
100%
94%
Oud
91%
83%
Warm Spicy
90%
82%
Cinnamon
87%
60%
Vanilla
75%
71%
Sweet
74%
65%
Amber
70%
62%
Floral
Patchouli
58%
57%
Animalic
57%
55%
Leather
54%
Honey shared
100%
100%
Oud shared
94%
91%
Warm Spicy shared
83%
90%
Cinnamon shared
82%
87%
Vanilla shared
60%
75%
Sweet shared
71%
74%
Amber shared
65%
70%
62%
58%
Animalic shared
57%
57%
Leather shared
55%
54%

Performance

Honey Aoud Shaghaf Oud Azraq
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Honey Aoud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its immense projection and longevity make it unsuitable for most office environments, but it shines on dates and formal evenings, especially in colder weather. The rich, sweet gourmand nature leans away from casual wear, though some find it perfect for a cozy winter day.

Shaghaf Oud Azraq

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its beast-mode projection and longevity make it overwhelming for an office, but perfect for dates or cold-weather nights out. The rich, sweet oud and spice blend adds a luxurious touch suitable for formal gatherings, though some may find it too casual for very strict dress codes.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean honey, oud, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Honey Aoud EDP
Shaghaf Oud Azraq EDP
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