Swiss Arabian 2012 Edp

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Bakhoor Al Arais

Swiss Arabian Bakhoor Al Arais is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012. Bakhoor Al Arais opens with Spicy and Vanilla, settles into a heart of Cedar, and dries down to a base of Rosewood and Amber. Swiss Arabian's Bakhoor Al Arais carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. People are deeply divided on what Bakhoor Al Arais actually smells like, with some finding it a sweet, fruity floral and others a deep woody amber. One thing's for sure: it's not shy, so expect to be noticed.
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Bakhoor Al Arais Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 6%
Fruity 0%
Green 0%
Sweet 28%
Warm 25%
Woody 44%
Earthy 11%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Amber
97%
Vanilla
87%
Powdery
60%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its significant projection and strong sillage, as noted by reviewers, make it less suitable for office wear where subtlety is key. The warm and sensual amber-vanilla profile, along with mentions of it being ideal for 'date evenings', pushes it towards evening and formal events.

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About

Bakhoor Al Arais opens with an intriguing blend of warm, sweet spice and creamy vanilla, immediately setting a rich, inviting tone. As it settles, a prominent cedar note emerges, grounding the sweetness with a refined woody character. The dry down reveals a luxurious base of rosewood and deep amber, adding warmth and sophistication. It's a complex, evolving scent, moving from sweet allure to woody depth with a soft, powdery finish.