Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum vs Blackbird Eau de Parfum

Qaed Al Fursan

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2016	Year	2013
£	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum

A bombastic burst of syrupy pineapple with a sweet woody backbone, Qaed Al Fursan is a fun, affordable crowd-pleaser. Not for the shy or those seeking subtlety, but unbeatable for pure tropical energy and mood-lifting effect.

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Our Verdict - Blackbird Eau de Parfum

This one's a wild ride. Olympic Orchids Blackbird is a polarising beast, blending photorealistic, tart blackberries with deep forest resins. It's either an evocative, natural masterpiece or a medicinal cough syrup nightmare, depending on your skin and nose. Definitely not a blind buy.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	3%
Floral	15%	2%
Fruity	16%	17%
Green	10%	15%
Sweet	21%	20%
Warm	20%	13%
Woody	28%	27%
Earthy	13%	10%
Animalic	10%	10%
Fresh	14%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Qaed Al Fursan EdP

Blackbird EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Pineapple 54% Saffron 46%

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum

Pineapple 54% Saffron 46%

Shared Notes

Fir Resin 50% vs 17%

Only in Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum

Jasmine 50%

Only in Blackbird Eau de Parfum

Blackberry 21% Cedar 14% Elemi 13% Musk 11% Hay 11% Amber 11%

Only in Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum

Cedar 50% Amber 50%

Accords

Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum Blackbird Eau de Parfum

100%

Fruity

98%

56%

Woody

100%

94%

Sweet

71%

Aromatic

85%

50%

Fresh Spicy

78%

Conifer

68%

56%

Tropical

Fresh

54%

Balsamic

54%

Musky

52%

Green

50%

36%

Amber

36%

Warm Spicy

24%

Oud

Fruity shared

100%

98%

Woody shared

56%

100%

Sweet shared

94%

71%

Aromatic

85%

Fresh Spicy shared

50%

78%

Conifer

68%

Tropical

56%

Fresh

54%

Balsamic

54%

Musky

52%

Green

50%

Amber

36%

Warm Spicy

36%

Oud

24%

Performance

Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum Blackbird Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Qaed Al Fursan Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

The juicy pineapple and freshness make it lively for spring, while the syrupy sweetness and woody base anchor it well in fall. Summer works if not too humid, but the sweetness can be cloying in heat. In winter, the scent lacks true depth for cold weather.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Sport

Best for casual wear, weekends, social gatherings, or gym due to its playful, bold pineapple-forward nature. It can work for daytime dates but may overwhelm in formal or office settings due to its sweetness and assertive fruity character.

Blackbird Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Blackbird's strong sillage and intense, natural profile make it a bit much for the office. However, its unique and sensual character makes it ideal for dates or casual outdoor activities where its forest-berry vibe can truly shine. Its robust, long-lasting nature means it's best reserved for situations where you want to make a statement.