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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive yet legendary for its beastly performance, Shaghaf Oud is a nuclear-strength Arabian sweet oud. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent; if you get it, give it time to macerate and go easy on the sprays.
This is a gorgeous, crowd-pleasing scent, though it's spawned a thousand debates about which Middle Eastern gourmand it clones best. Don't overthink it, just embrace the sweet, boozy warmth and prepare for compliments. A beast-mode performer, so go easy on the trigger.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 47% | 52% |
| Warm | 42% | 30% |
| Woody | 2% | 8% |
| Earthy | 16% | 10% |
| Animalic | 15% | 10% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
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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
This perfume is a 'beast mode' performer with nuclear projection and longevity, making it far too overpowering for an office setting. Its rich, sweet, and oud-heavy profile is best suited for evening events or cold weather outings where it can truly shine and garner attention.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense sweetness make it less suitable for the office. It shines brightest on dates and formal evenings, where its sensual, warm aura can truly be appreciated. Best reserved for colder weather, as its heavy profile can be overwhelming in warmer temperatures.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy accords and Praline, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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