Shaghaf Oud Aswad Eau de Parfum vs Born From Fire Eau de Parfum

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Shaghaf Oud Aswad Eau de Parfum bottle Shaghaf Oud Aswad EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2018 Year 2021
£ Price Tier ££
Born From Fire Eau de Parfum bottle Born From Fire EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Shaghaf Oud Aswad EDP
This isn't a shy scent, so if you're not into big, bold rose-ouds, steer clear. Some find it a chemical mess, others hail it a masterpiece. For the price, it's a stellar entry into traditional Middle Eastern perfumery, but it's divisive and definitely not a safe blind buy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Born From Fire EDP
Simone Andreoli's Born From Fire is a divisive beast, a powerful rose-oud bomb that promises heat but delivers opulent sweetness. Expect a velvety rose confection rather than scorched earth - you'll either adore its relentless intensity or find it overwhelmingly syrupy.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Shaghaf Oud Aswad EDP
Born From Fire EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 24% vs 33%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Aswad
Rose 33% Woody 24% Thyme 18%
Only in Born From Fire
Cashmere Wood 33% Pepper 33%
Only in Born From Fire
Amber 33% Oud 33% Rose 33%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 20% vs 20%
Vanilla 18% vs 20%

Accords

Shaghaf Oud Aswad Born From Fire
100%
Woody
92%
88%
Rose
100%
Vanilla
93%
84%
Oud
80%
82%
Warm Spicy
65%
Sweet
82%
Amber
78%
73%
Leather
65%
Fresh Spicy
60%
63%
Aromatic
55%
Balsamic
58%
58%
Animalic
58%
Powdery
56%
Patchouli
Woody shared
100%
92%
Rose shared
88%
100%
93%
Oud shared
84%
80%
Warm Spicy shared
82%
65%
82%
78%
73%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
60%
Aromatic shared
63%
55%
58%
58%
58%
56%

Performance

Shaghaf Oud Aswad Born From Fire
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Shaghaf Oud Aswad

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its beast-mode performance and strong sillage, this is not one for the office or casual daytime wear, as it's far too overpowering. It shines in evening settings, especially dates and formal events, where its opulent oud and rose profile can command attention.

Born From Fire

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage make it a poor fit for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events where its bold character can shine. Reviewers often note its 'beast mode' performance, best suited for colder weather and intimate, impactful occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, rose, oud

Key Differences

Adds amyris and caramel, drops leather and musk

Where to buy

Shaghaf Oud Aswad EDP
Born From Fire EDP
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