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Kawthar

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Swiss Arabian Kawthar is an Eau de Parfum. Kawthar opens with Rose, settles into a heart of Sandalwood and Oud, and dries down to a base of Ambergris. Swiss Arabian's Kawthar carries a Statement verdict, an oud-led wear.

Kawthar is a divisive one. Some find it a powerful, smoky oud bomb - deeply mysterious and masculine. Others detect a gentle, fleeting rose, a soft ambergris skin scent. Ultimately, it’s a gamble, but potentially a cheap thrill for the oud-curious.
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Bold
  • Edgy
Kawthar Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Oud
100%
Amber
84%
Rose
81%
Animalic
62%
Woody
60%
Balsamic
52%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given the strong, smoky oud and animalic accords, this scent leans away from office wear. It’s perfect for intimate dates or intriguing formal events where its unique character can shine, and some find it suitable for casual wear given its oil format and often moderate projection.

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About

Opens with a fleeting, delicate rose that quickly gives way to the star of the show: a multifaceted oud. This isn't your cheesy, barnyard oud; it's smoky, resinous, and deeply woody, reminiscent of smouldering embers and ancient campfires. Beneath the smoke, a salty whiff of ambergris adds an animalic, almost primal edge, rounding out into a balsamic warmth. Expect a rich tapestry where rose peeks through the dark mystique.