Shaari
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Shaghaf Oud Aswad
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect potent spice, deep leather, and a divisive oud that some find heavenly and others, well, a bit like a chicken coop. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but incredible value if it clicks for you.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 13% | 16% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 7% |
| Sweet | 22% | 22% |
| Warm | 29% | 20% |
| Woody | 28% | 22% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 22% | 22% |
| Fresh | 2% | 5% |
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 winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong projection and longevity make it unsuitable for office settings where it could be overwhelming. It truly shines for formal events and dates, offering a unique, confident aroma, but it's too heavy for casual daytime wear or sports.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Leather, Oud accords and Rose, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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