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Which Should You Buy?
A plush and evocative unisex fragrance that drapes you in plush incense, dried plum, and pipe tobacco, AIUla radiates enigmatic warmth and modern opulence. Best for cold weather and moments that call for true character.
Aziyade by Parfum d'Empire is a seriously divisive scent. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans adoring its spicy, fruity complexity and others recoiling from its notorious cumin note that smells like body odour. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 7% |
| Floral | 2% | 1% |
| Fruity | 9% | 13% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 28% | 32% |
| Warm | 48% | 39% |
| Woody | 5% | 6% |
| Earthy | 17% | 12% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 5% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The deep spicy warmth and tobacco-vanilla richness suit crisp fall air and the chill of winter, while the aromatic frankincense and plum allow for wear in spring. Its density and sweetness can be cloying in high summer heat.
Occasions
AIUla's projection and spicy-sweet character make it a striking choice for dates and elegant evenings, while its richness is less suited to sports or minimalist office settings unless applied very lightly.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its bold, long-lasting nature and the significant cumin element make it potentially too provocative for office wear. However, its deeply sensual and exotic profile makes it perfect for date nights and special occasions where a unique, confident statement is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Fruity, Warm Spicy accords and Plum, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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