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Which Should You Buy?
Habdan is seriously underrated, with a loyal following who call it PDM's hidden gem. It's a complex, classy blend that might not be a blind buy for everyone, but those who 'get' it absolutely adore its unique spicy-sweet personality.
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Le Labo L'Air du Desert Marocain / Noir 29 (2015) - fig, tobacco and musk translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 10% |
| Floral | 9% | 25% |
| Fruity | 11% | 50% |
| Green | 5% | 20% |
| Sweet | 14% | 35% |
| Warm | 25% | 70% |
| Woody | 16% | 65% |
| Earthy | 21% | 55% |
| Animalic | 15% | 25% |
| Fresh | 11% | 25% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Habdan's warm, spicy, and woody accords, combined with its strong projection and longevity, make it ideal for cooler weather and evening wear. While potent, it's considered office-safe with light sprays owing to its smooth, non-offensive character, and its refined nature makes it perfect for formal settings and dates.
Seasons
Tobacco-fig-musk wears warmest autumn and winter.
Occasions
Date, evening, formal. Office only in cool weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Fruity accords and Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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