92%
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Maja Eau de Parfum bottle Maja
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1921 Year 2011
£ Price Tier ££££
Attar Alwan Eau de Parfum bottle Attar Alwan

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Maja
Maja (modern) is a subtle, spicy floral that's sadly a shadow of its vintage self. While the current formulation offers a pleasant, soft warmth, it's widely regarded as a pale imitation of the original's rich, complex allure. Expect a gentle whispers rather than a dramatic statement.
Statement
Our Verdict - Attar Alwan
Divisive, absolutely. This one's either a vibrant, sparkling rose-aldehyde dream or a full-on grandma scent - there's really no in-between. Don't blind buy, trust me.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 7%
Floral 26% 24%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 7% 3%
Sweet 22% 24%
Warm 20% 23%
Woody 12% 8%
Earthy 17% 14%
Animalic 6% 12%
Fresh 11% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Maja EdP
Attar Alwan EdP

Notes

Accords

Maja Attar Alwan
100%
Warm Spicy
77%
62%
Rose
100%
81%
Fresh Spicy
81%
69%
Floral
58%
Amber
67%
64%
Aromatic
50%
Powdery
63%
Musky
56%
52%
Patchouli
54%
46%
Citrus
50%
47%
Woody
Warm Spicy shared
100%
77%
Rose shared
62%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
81%
81%
Floral shared
69%
58%
67%
Aromatic shared
64%
50%
63%
56%
Patchouli shared
52%
54%
Citrus shared
46%
50%
47%

Performance

Maja Attar Alwan
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Maja

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Summer Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its generally soft sillage and moderate longevity make it suitable for casual wear or an office setting where subtlety is key. The warm spicy and floral accords might be too comforting for strenuous sport, and its understated nature might get lost in a loud formal environment.

Attar Alwan

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its bold projection and classic, opulent character make it less suitable for a modern office or casual wear. Best reserved for formal events or a special night out where its rich accords can truly shine without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
87%
Accord
81%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Floral accords and Amber, Nutmeg notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Maja
Attar Alwan
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