Hawas London
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2026 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Venti Carisma
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Hawas London is a divisive one, hyped by some, reviled by others as an 'old lady' perfume. Ignore the noise - it's a confident, modern rose with real depth, but definitely 'unisex leaning feminine' so not for everyone, nor a safe blind buy.
This is a bold, modern floral with a dark twist. While some might find the boozy, fruity-spicy opening divisive, those who appreciate a rich, musky rose will find it a surprisingly sophisticated and affordable option.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 24% | 25% |
| Fruity | 9% | 9% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 25% | 19% |
| Warm | 25% | 24% |
| Woody | 10% | 10% |
| Earthy | 8% | 10% |
| Animalic | 14% | 14% |
| Fresh | 10% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
The strong projection and prominent rose note make it less ideal for an office environment, as some perceive it as too 'old-fashioned' or feminine for men. However, its sophisticated and elegant character, combined with reported solid projection and longevity, makes it well-suited for dates and formal events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its rich, musky rose and strong performance mean it's perhaps too impactful for an everyday office setting, though a light hand could make it work. It truly shines for dates and evening events, offering a sensual, sophisticated aura, and performs well in more formal gatherings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Amber, Floral accords and Rose, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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