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Shamal Eau de Parfum bottle Shamal EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2018 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Nur Eau de Parfum bottle Nur EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Shamal EDP
Shamal is divisive - a unique amber-fruity blend that some find captivatingly exotic and smooth, while others dismiss it as synthetic and headache-inducing. It's an acquired taste; love it or loathe it, you won't forget it.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Nur EDP
Nur by SoOud offers a luxurious blend of spices and woods, perfect for those who appreciate a balanced yet intriguing fragrance journey.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Shamal EDP
Nur EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Amber 49% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Musk 52% vs 32%
Only in Shamal
Woody 48%

Accords

Shamal Nur
100%
Amber
60%
85%
Fruity
73%
Smoky
71%
Musky
56%
Woody
70%
52%
Warm Spicy
70%
57%
Balsamic
60%
58%
Sweet
57%
Powdery
57%
Fresh
Amber shared
100%
60%
85%
73%
71%
Woody shared
56%
70%
Warm Spicy shared
52%
70%
Balsamic shared
57%
60%
58%
57%
57%

Performance

Shamal Nur
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Shamal

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and unique, sometimes challenging, scent profile make it less suitable for office wear. However, its exotic and bold character is perfect for evening events, dates, or formal gatherings where you want to make an impression.

Nur

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Nur's warm spicy and woody notes lend themselves well to cooler fall and winter settings while being fresh enough for spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The moderate projection and warm, spicy profile make it suitable for intimate settings like dates or casual outings, but less so for formal or sporty events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, balsamic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Shamal EDP
Nur EDP
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