Lothair Eau de Parfum bottle Lothair
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U Gender U
2014 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Shades Eau de Parfum bottle Shades

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lothair Eau de Parfum
Lothair is a quietly sophisticated aromatic-woody tea fragrance with a green fig twist, projecting understated confidence and refined British elegance. Its complexity sets it apart for those seeking something subtly unique.
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Our Verdict - Shades Eau de Parfum
Armaf Shades is a surprisingly good everyday staple that manages to be both fresh and warm. It delivers a clean, sharp, masculine barbershop vibe with a fruity twist, making it a safe choice that punches above its price point.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 10%
Floral 12% 11%
Fruity 5% 10%
Green 22% 18%
Sweet 12% 11%
Warm 8% 8%
Woody 16% 23%
Earthy 8% 9%
Animalic 7% 10%
Fresh 22% 22%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Lothair EdP
Shades EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Geranium 18% vs 19%
Shared Notes
Cedar 16% vs 21%
Ambergris 16% vs 20%
Musk 14% vs 20%
Only in Lothair Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 19% Woody 19% Oakmoss 15%
Only in Shades Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood 21% Patchouli 17%

Accords

Lothair Eau de Parfum Shades Eau de Parfum
95%
Woody
100%
80%
Aromatic
98%
78%
Fresh Spicy
77%
35%
Citrus
77%
Fruity
74%
55%
Warm Spicy
72%
70%
Green
Sweet
67%
Ozonic
58%
Powdery
58%
Musky
54%
50%
Fresh
Woody shared
95%
100%
Aromatic shared
80%
98%
Fresh Spicy shared
78%
77%
Citrus shared
35%
77%
74%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
72%
70%
67%
58%
58%
54%
50%

Performance

Lothair Eau de Parfum Shades Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Lothair Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Lothair's aromatic, green, and spicy facets make it ideal for spring and fall, when its complexity and freshness shine without being overpowering. Its woody base and moderate sweetness can work in cooler weather, but it may be too dense for peak summer or deep winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

The refined yet approachable character is perfect for the office, dates, and casual outings. Its moderate projection keeps it elegant and inoffensive, while the unique tea and fig notes add a touch of intrigue without being too bold for formal settings.

Shades Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, clean character make it perfect for office or casual wear without being overpowering. The woody and aromatic accords, coupled with a hint of fruit, also lend themselves well to a relaxed date or daytime formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
87%
Accord
69%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Geranium, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Lothair Eau de Parfum
Shades Eau de Parfum
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