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Which Should You Buy?
This is a seriously polarising scent: some find it a sexy, boundary-pushing masterpiece, while others are put off by its intensity. It's a grand, dramatic fragrance strictly for those who dare to be different and shun anything remotely 'inoffensive'.
Liwa by Widian is a divisive beast: some hail it as a smoother, fruitier, more luxurious take on popular amber-saffron heavyweights, while others find it too much or simply not living up to its desert oasis namesake. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 7% |
| Floral | 27% | 24% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 6% | 10% |
| Sweet | 17% | 17% |
| Warm | 18% | 22% |
| Woody | 18% | 20% |
| Earthy | 18% | 17% |
| Animalic | 9% | 8% |
| Fresh | 5% | 9% |
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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent, dense accords and powerful sillage make it overwhelming for an office, but perfect for making a statement on a night out or at a formal event. Many reviewers describe it as glamorous and best suited for evening or special occasions.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and significant projection make it unsuitable for the office but perfect for making a statement on a date or at a formal event. The warm, amber-heavy profile isn't suited for casual daytime wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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