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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive beast of a fragrance. Some swear by its unique caramel-cacao warmth for nights out, but others find its intense sweetness and pronounced ginger-ginseng opening a bit much, veering into 'old man' territory or even 'Chinese herbal medicine'. Try before you buy.
If you're after a warm, inviting spice bomb that's a dead ringer for a certain Tom Ford Private Blend, Rasasi's Waqar is your budget-friendly ticket. It's a confident, slightly boozy gourmand that delivers on luxury without the eye-watering price tag.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 10% |
| Floral | 0% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 1% |
| Sweet | 27% | 33% |
| Warm | 40% | 42% |
| Woody | 6% | 8% |
| Earthy | 23% | 14% |
| Animalic | 1% | 4% |
| Fresh | 5% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and sweet, heavy accords make it too much for an office setting where subtlety is key. However, its seductive warmth and good longevity are perfect for date nights and evening casual wear, as many reviews suggest it gets compliments in these contexts. It's too sweet for a formal occasion and certainly not suitable for sport.
Seasons
Occasions
This fragrance is a powerhouse of warm spices and gourmand notes, making it too rich and enveloping for an everyday office scent. Its inviting warmth, however, makes it perfect for intimate date nights and sophisticated formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Ginger, Cinnamon notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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