Shades Wood
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | - |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Khaltat Al Khasa
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Beast mode performance and a high-end vibe for peanuts, IF you can get past the rough opening and you're well-versed in Middle Eastern rose-oud combos. Otherwise, you might just get a headache.
This is a seriously divisive one. Some hail it as a modern, spiritual, and high-quality Middle Eastern rose oud, while others are put off by a harsh opening or a perceived femininity. If you're after a softer, affordable take on rose and oud, this is worth a sniff, but be prepared for strong opinions.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 16% |
| Floral | 29% | 25% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 7% | 3% |
| Sweet | 12% | 13% |
| Warm | 41% | 42% |
| Woody | 3% | 4% |
| Earthy | 9% | 9% |
| Animalic | 7% | 8% |
| Fresh | 11% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode performance and strong oud-rose profile, Shades Wood is best suited for colder weather and evening events. It's far too intense for the office or gym, but perfect for making a statement on a date or at a formal gathering.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While some find it tame enough for daily wear, the warm spicy and woody accords with a prominent rose lean it away from typical office use, especially given its potential for beast mode longevity. It's much better suited for formal events or a romantic date night due to its sensual and elegant character.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Rose, Oud accords and Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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