Zukhruf Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Khafaya Blue
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Which Should You Buy?
Zimaya's Zukhruf Black is a divisive, intoxicating blend that's either a beastly clone of Sauvage Elixir or a headache in a bottle, depending on who you ask. It's a bold, spicy ride, but be warned - some find it sickeningly strong.
Khafaya Blue is a budget-friendly spicy-woody scent - a strong performer if you're into that sort of thing. It's a bit of a gamble, with some loving its 'DSE glory' after maceration, while others find it just average, or even rancid. Definitely a polarising one.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 9% |
| Floral | 8% | 5% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 27% | 23% |
| Warm | 31% | 25% |
| Woody | 19% | 23% |
| Earthy | 12% | 8% |
| Animalic | 1% | 1% |
| Fresh | 9% | 14% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent spicy and woody accords, coupled with reports of strong projection and longevity, make it a bit much for the office. However, its sophisticated and sensual character is perfect for dates and evening events, and it's robust enough for casual wear in cooler weather.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong performance and intense spicy-woody accords, this isn't an office-safe fragrance. It's more suited for evening wear, including dates, or casual outings where its robust character can shine without overwhelming.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Lavender, Licorice notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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