What & Who
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Brand: Ard Al Zaafaran, a UAE‑based house known for rich Middle Eastern / Arabian‑style perfumes.
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Type / Concentration: Eau de Parfum (EDP), usually 100 ml.
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Gender / Wearability: Marketed as unisex. Works for men and women who enjoy bold, woody, spicy, and oriental fragrances.
Notes & Scent Profile
Here are the main fragrance notes and how they develop over time:
| Stage | Notes | Character / Impressions |
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| Top / Opening | Bergamot, Nepalese Oud, Spices | Freshness (bergamot) gives a citrusy‐lift, while the oud and spices add darkness and boldness right away. Expect some sharp or intense opening. |
| Heart / Middle | Rose, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Patchouli Leaves | A floral bouquet emerges — rose & jasmine giving elegance, orange blossom adds brightness. Patchouli gives depth & green/earthy texture. |
| Base / Dry‑down | Woods, Amber, Leather, White Musk | Warm, rich, slightly leathery — woods and amber lend smooth resinous warmth; leather gives a rugged quality; musk rounds off the aroma with soft longevity. |
Character & Vibe
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Overall Style: Bold, woody oriental. “Oud‑forward” with spices, florals, and deep rich base. It’s luxurious in feel and has a somewhat traditional Middle Eastern perfume character.
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First Impression: Intense; may be sharp or potent at first because of the spices + oud combination. The citrus (bergamot) helps to balance that somewhat.
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Evolution: After a little while, the florals smooth things out, making the fragrance more approachable. As it dries, the base of woods / leather / amber / musk becomes more prominent.
Performance
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Longevity: Considered to last a good many hours. Users report that it holds up well on clothing.
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Projection / Sillage: Strong in the early stages; projection tends to moderate to moderate‑strong as it settles. The base is more intimate but still noticeable.
Pros & Things to Know
Strengths:
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Rich and multi‑layered: you get citrus + spice + floral + woods/leather + musk, so it’s interesting through its full lifespan.
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The oud isn’t just a background note — it features upfront, so if you like Oud and want something bold, it's a good match.
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Unisex appeal: although it leans a bit masculine with the leather and woods, many find it wearable by anyone who appreciates these richer notes.
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Price/Value: provides quite strong performance for its price point.
Potential Drawbacks:
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Can be heavy/warm: in hot climates or summer days it might feel too intense.
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Opening might be sharp: the spice + oud combo in the first few minutes may be overwhelming for delicate noses.
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Some may find the leather or spiciness a bit too assertive.