Al Waseem
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| U | Gender | U |
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| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Oudh Al Raghda
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Which Should You Buy?
Al Waseem is a proper shape-shifter, opening with a bold, almost feminine floral punch that miraculously dries down to an old-school barbershop scent. It's a challenging ride for some, but many reckon the dry-down is utterly worth the wait for this surprisingly complex and versatile scent.
Oudh Al Raghda is a truly divisive scent. It's an unapologetically animalic oud that either offers a 'beautiful warm sheepskin rug' embrace or, for the uninitiated, smells like 'a hot sweaty horse'. Definitely not a blind buy, but a masterpiece for those who get it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 10% |
| Floral | 56% | 40% |
| Fruity | 1% | 6% |
| Green | 23% | 20% |
| Sweet | 13% | 18% |
| Warm | 14% | 17% |
| Woody | 0% | 1% |
| Earthy | 5% | 0% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 17% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate longevity and sillage, coupled with its fresh spicy and floral accords, make it suitable for a range of occasions, adapting well to casual wear and even some office settings, despite initial strong florals. Given its unique evolution, it can surprisingly fit warmer weather casual and even date nights, though its floral opening might be too bold for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its potent and distinct animalic character, while potentially beautiful, makes it less suitable for office environments where subtlety is key. It shines on dates and formal occasions due to its unique, sensual depth, especially in cooler weather, but its 'farmyard' nuances mean it's not for casual wear unless you're exceptionally confident.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Fresh Spicy, Green accords and Hyacinth notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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