40 community ratings

Shades (Eau de Toilette)

MenModern

7.7/ 10

Community score
40 ratings

Armaf Shades Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent whose fruity, sweet side is balanced by a woody base, and it sits close to everyday wear.

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How does it perform?

From 50 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

7.1 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

6.8 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle

6.4 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Value for money

8.7 /10

Easily worth what it costs.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

85% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Fruity
Sweet
Synthetic
Spicy
Woody
Oriental

What does Shades (Eau de Toilette) smell like?

The top opens with lime, bergamot, pineapple and plum, while cardamom and violet leaf add a little spice and greenery. Sage, rosemary and jasmine form the heart. In the base, cedarwood, tonka bean and patchouli take over, settling the scent into a woody, sweet finish.

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring, fall and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most. Close to half of voters read its character as masculine. Lattafa Qaed Al Fursan and Versace Eros Flame have a close profile.