What & Background
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Brand: Lattafa, a UAE‑based perfume house.
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Fragrance Type: Eau de Parfum, unisex.
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Launched: 2016 according to some sources.
Notes & Scent Layers
There’s a bit of variation in retail descriptions, but combining sources gives a fairly consistent picture. Here are the main notes across stages:
| Stage | Notes | What You Smell / Feel |
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| Top / Opening | Pineapple, Saffron, Bergamot, Apple, Currant (blackcurrant) | Sweet tropical fruit (pineapple especially) mixed with a warm‑spiced twist from saffron. The citrus and fruit introduce brightness, juicy and somewhat sharp. |
| Heart / Middle | Jasmine, Fir Balsam, Black Birch, Rose, Patchouli (woody & floral woods) | After the initial sweetness, it moves toward woody & resinous woods with floral touches. The birch adds a smoky/woodsy sharpness; jasmine & rose soften it. |
| Base / Dry‑down | Oud wood, Cedarwood, Amber, Musk, sometimes Ambergris, Oakmoss, Vanilla in certain descriptions. | A warm, rich woody‑amber base. Oud and cedar give depth; amber & musk provide a smooth, lingering warmth; vanilla (where present) rounds things off. Oakmoss may lend a slight earthy/green touch in some versions. |
Character & Vibe
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Overall Feel: A blend of sweet, fruity, and woody‑amber tones. It has a pretty noticeable pineapple opening, followed by woods & florals, and ends in a richer, warmer base.
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Mood: It can feel somewhat luxurious, bold, expressive. The mix of sweet fruits with woods and oud gives a contrast — a bright start, then more matured, refined heat.
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Occasions / Season: Seems suitable for evening wear, cooler days, or when you want something that makes a statement. Could work in milder weather if you like sweet/fruit opener. Not super light as it dries down.
Performance & Wear
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Longevity: Mixed reports, but many users say it lasts well (on clothes especially).
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Projection / Sillage: Strong at first (due to the fruit + spice), then settles closer to skin as it evolves. The base is less loud but leaves a decent trail on fabric.
What People Like & What Some Don’t
Pros:
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Strong pineapple/fruity opening — many find it fun, juicy, and attention grabbing.
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Richness in the woods & base, especially with oud/amber/cedar. Gives a sense of warmth and luxury.
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Good value: many feel you're getting a lot of character for what you pay.
Cons / Caveats:
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Some find the opening too sweet or artificial, or “sharp.” Fruit + spice combos can be polarising.
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Dry‑down sometimes reported less exciting or less strong. On skin may fade or get more “safer” / less distinct over time.
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Because of the fruit & sweetness, in hot weather it may feel overly sweet or cloying for some.