Enigma of Taif
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Crysta Oud
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This Taif rose and amber creation is a powerful, polarising scent. Expect a battle for hearts and minds with this beast-mode, dark floral that some adore for its luxurious depth and others dismiss as a burnt tyre. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
This one's a proper dark horse. Crysta Oud takes a classic rose-oud combo and gives it a modern twist that manages to be both familiar and surprising. It's a challenging wear for some, a hidden gem for others, but rarely boring.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 6% |
| Floral | 20% | 17% |
| Fruity | 8% | 8% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 18% | 17% |
| Warm | 32% | 31% |
| Woody | 17% | 15% |
| Earthy | 14% | 8% |
| Animalic | 6% | 13% |
| Fresh | 8% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power, combined with its strong, dark rose and amber profile, make it entirely unsuitable for office or casual wear. It shines brightest on special occasions and dates where its luxurious, attention-grabbing aura can be appreciated without overwhelming.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and significant longevity, this scent is a bit too much for the office. It truly shines for dates and formal events, reflecting its sophisticated and bold character, while being a bit too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Rose accords and Saffron, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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