Racquets
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Al Qiam Silver
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A crisp, sparkling citrus-woody fragrance with a subtle leathery drydown. Racquets is an ode to refined British sport, radiating an easy confidence and timeless, unisex elegance.
Al Qiam Silver is a brilliantly fresh, zingy grapefruit and ginger bomb that, despite some performance gripes, delivers serious bang for your buck. For those who enjoy the specific scent profile, it's a solid, universally pleasing option, often outshining its pricier inspirations.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 19% |
| Floral | 0% | 1% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 1% | 4% |
| Sweet | 0% | 7% |
| Warm | 11% | 12% |
| Woody | 20% | 26% |
| Earthy | 14% | 8% |
| Animalic | 31% | 19% |
| Fresh | 30% | 29% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The sparkling lemon and fresh woods make Racquets most suitable for spring and early summer, where its vibrant citrus and airy woods shine without becoming cloying. It is less suited to winter, as its lightness can get lost in cold air.
Occasions
With its clean citrus and woody profile, Racquets is excellent for office and casual wear, projecting friendly elegance without being overwhelming. It can work for dates with its refined freshness, but lacks the opulence for formal occasions or the tenacity for sporty environments.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh and bright citrus-musk profile makes it perfect for casual, office, and sport wear. While some reviewers noted longevity issues, many found it lasted well enough for these active scenarios, and it's generally considered too light for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Musky, Amber accords and Ambroxan notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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