Taraf Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Noir d'Arabie
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This budget-friendly Middle Eastern gem is surprisingly complex, offering a sweet, warm embrace that often defies its price tag. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who love a subtly oudy, saffron-tinged amber, though some find the opening a bit sharp and the blend inconsistent.
This Montale Arabians Tonka clone is a steal at its price point, offering a more refined, less aggressive take on the sweet, ambery oud profile. It's a crowd-pleaser that gets even better after a few months of maceration.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 10% |
| Floral | 12% | 17% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 32% | 26% |
| Warm | 20% | 25% |
| Woody | 14% | 14% |
| Earthy | 19% | 14% |
| Animalic | 19% | 21% |
| Fresh | 6% | 7% |
Mood
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sweet and resinous profile, combined with generally good projection for the price, makes it better suited for evenings or cooler weather. While some find it light enough for casual wear, its bold character might be a bit much for most office environments.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet, warm, and long-lasting nature makes it excellent for dates and formal events, leaving a memorable sillage. While potent, it's considered less cloying than its inspiration, allowing for occasional casual wear, but it's likely too rich for office or sport environments due to its strong, lingering sweetness.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Sweet, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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