The Spirit of Dubai 2016 Edp

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Fakhama

The Spirit of Dubai Fakhama is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Fakhama opens with Rose and Dried Fruits, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Leather, Oakmoss, Castoreum, and Civet. The Spirit of Dubai's Fakhama carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

Fakhama is a powerful, unapologetically opulent rose-oud that demands attention. While familiar to some, its masterful blending and beast-mode performance make it a showstopper, if you're prepared for its commanding presence and price tag.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Sophisticated
Fakhama Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 20%
Fruity 12%
Green 3%
Sweet 25%
Warm 20%
Woody 11%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 18%
Fresh 4%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Fruity
89%
Amber
87%
Sweet
83%
Animalic
81%

Notes

Top Notes

Dried Fruits 53% Rose 47%

Heart Notes

Rose 15% Benzoin 12% Saffron 12% Vanilla 11% Sandalwood 11% Coriander 10% Patchouli 10% Vetiver 9% Ginger 9%

Base Notes

Animalic 15% Caramel 14% Civet 13% Incense 13% Amber 13% Castoreum 12% Leather 11% Oakmoss 10%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and impressive longevity, Fakhama is too assertive for an office environment, but perfectly suited for making a grand entrance at formal events or intimate date nights. It's a statement piece, not a casual spritz.

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About

This magnificent creation opens with a rich, jammy blast of rose and dried fruits, quickly joined by an intricate tapestry of warm spices like saffron and ginger. As it settles, a prominent, well-behaved oud emerges, intertwined with creamy vanilla, earthy patchouli, and hints of smooth leather. The dry down introduces a complex animalic warmth, underscored by sweet caramel and smoky incense, leaving a long-lasting, utterly captivating trail.

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