The Spirit of Dubai 2015 EDP

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Abraj

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The Spirit of Dubai Abraj is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Abraj opens with Bergamot, Petitgrain, Pine, and Lavender, settles into a heart of Leather, Cedar, Cypress, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Woody Notes, Musk, and Amber. The Spirit of Dubai's Abraj carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet undeniably regal, Abraj is a bold, woody aromatic powerhouse that splits opinion. Some find it a modern masterpiece, others a costly throwback to 80s masculines. Either way, it demands attention.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
  • Confident
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Abraj Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and bold, mature profile, Abraj is best suited for formal events and dates, where its luxurious character can shine. It's less ideal for casual settings or the office, where it might be too overwhelming.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Abraj opens with a vibrant burst of bergamot, keen saffron, and spicy cardamom, quickly joined by an aromatic pine and lavender freshness. The heart unfolds into a rich floral tapestry of rose and violet, underscored by smooth leather and woody cedar. It settles into a deep, complex base of earthy patchouli, warm amber, and creamy sandalwood, with hints of vanilla and musk lending a luxurious finish.

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