The Perfume Library

Irth (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Nabeel · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Nabeel Irth Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent that suits winter and autumn evenings. It opens with damask rose, coffee, cinnamon and peach, the fruity sweetness held in check by spice. Toward the heart, cedarwood, jasmine and oud come in, and the floral side settles onto a woody, smoky base. Vanilla, amber and labdanum soften it in the end. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and autumn, and evenings and nights out lead, while daytime wear trails behind. It leans masculine but works as a unisex scent.

Al Bashiq

8.0

Nabeel

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Nabeel Al Bashiq is a spicy, woody and leathery unisex scent that opens on cinnamon, saffron and cardamom, with oud and frankincense at its heart. Cinnamon, saffron and cardamom come first, with leather and pine giving the opening a hard edge. At the heart, oud, frankincense, myrrh and labdanum build a heavy, resinous core. The base brings amber, tobacco, vanilla and patchouli; the scent sweetens but stays smoky, animalic and earthy. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and classic to most voters. Montale Oudrising and Amouage Epic Man have a close profile.

Arab Tradition / التقاليد العربية

8.1

Nabeel

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Nabeel Arab Tradition / التقاليد العربية is a sweet, spicy unisex scent built around raspberry, saffron and leather; it has been discontinued. The top pairs raspberry, thyme and saffron, so fruity sweetness opens with a spicy edge. In the heart, frankincense and jasmine soften things, and the base of woody notes, leather, black suede and amber leaves a warm, smoky, leathery finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall, with winter and spring following, and it leans toward evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine, though it stays unisex. Tom Ford Tuscan Leather (Eau de Parfum) and Nabeel Macho Man have a close profile.

Maghateer

8.1

Nabeel

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Nabeel Maghateer is a unisex scent that leans towards fall and winter evenings and nights out, with a sweet, spicy and resinous character. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and mostly choose it for a night out or an evening. Voters read it as more masculine than feminine, though it is worn as a unisex fragrance. It opens with coffee, bergamot, cinnamon and cardamom for a spicy warmth, with roses and candied fruits sweetening the top. In the heart, oud, leather, sandalwood and vanilla come forward, and in the base amber, labdanum and musk carry on the woody, smoky, leathery feel. The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Fakhama and The Spirit of Dubai Aamal have a close profile.

Ghanati

7.7

Nabeel

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Nabeel Ghanati is a spicy, woody unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong; most voters pick winter and autumn, while summer comes well behind. Leisure and evening wear lead, and office use is rarely chosen. It opens with lemon, apple and raspberry for a fruity brightness, which ginger, saffron and cardamom sharpen with spice. In the heart, oud, geranium and lotus set a woody ground. The base of leather, patchouli, vanilla, amber and musk leaves a smoky, leathery warmth. Fragrance Du Bois Velvet Amber and Kajal Lamar Noir have a close profile.

Asateer

7.5

Nabeel

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nabeel Asateer is a unisex scent that sets creamy tuberose, neroli and mandarin against saffron and leather. The top holds cashmeran, tuberose, saffron, leather, neroli, mandarin orange and Pamplewood®: the citrus gives a fresh first impression, while saffron and leather add a spicy, leathery edge. In the heart, lychee, orange blossom, jasmine, magnolia and oud push it towards a floral, powdery character. Musk, amber and maté in the base soften it into something woody and creamy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so treat these as tentative. Voters rate its value for money highly. It reads equally well on men and women. Stéphane Humbert Lucas Lady White Snake and Narciso Rodriguez Narciso Eau Néroli Ambrée have a close profile.

Shu Hadha

7.3

Nabeel

Floral · Fruity · Synthetic

Nabeel Shu Hadha is a unisex scent that sets a bright opening of apple, raspberry and cardamom over a smoky, resinous base of oud, vanilla and leather. The top is apple, raspberry, cardamom and lemon: fruity, spiced and lively. Tagetes, geranium and lotus in the heart add a soft floral layer. The base of cypriol, oud, vanilla, patchouli and leather turns woody, earthy and leathery, with vanilla sweetening the harder tones. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters find it long lasting. Value for money also scores well. With its oriental, smoky build it can sit on men and women alike, and suits cooler weather and evenings.

Crown of Emirates

7.5

Nabeel

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Nabeel Crown of Emirates is a unisex scent where citrus and florals meet over a sweet, powdery, gourmand base, with a slight oriental touch. The top is led by citrus notes, mandarin orange, neroli and saffron, joined by vanilla and leather. In the heart, orange blossom, pink peony, magnolia and lychee add a soft, fruity floral quality. The base of amber, musk and sandalwood settles it into something sweet and powdery. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small. Most voters pick it for nights out, leisure time and evenings, with some votes for daily and office wear. Nabeel Sukoon and Al Rehab Soft (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Nasaem (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Nabeel

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Nabeel Nasaem Eau de Parfum is a floral, spicy unisex scent that opens on pineapple and plum and deepens into oud, patchouli and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage good; most voters pick fall and winter. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and fewer choose it for summer or spring. Votes split between feminine and masculine, so it reads as open to either. The top brings pineapple, plum, aldehydes, tarragon and bergamot for a fruity, sweet start. The heart builds a floral body from orchid, jasmine, iris and rose. In the base, oud, patchouli, cedarwood and ambergris leave a woody, resinous, animalic warmth.

Bankam / بنكام

7.0

Nabeel · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Nabeel Bankam / بنكام is a unisex scent that sets a spicy, sweet and woody character on a smoky, leathery base. The opening is led by saffron, cardamom and lavender, with coriander and tagetes alongside. The heart brings frankincense, leather, violet and plum, while brown sugar sweetens it. At the base, oud, sandalwood, amber and patchouli build a woody, earthy foundation. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, and most find it good value for the price. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine, and its rich build suits those who enjoy a dense, full-bodied fragrance.

Khamis Al Uns

6.9

Nabeel

Floral · Fruity · Spicy

Nabeel Khamis Al Uns is a unisex perfume with a floral core, lifted by fruit and spice and settling into a powdery, woody depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both scores rest on a small number of votes. There aren't enough votes to say which seasons or occasions it leans towards, so only its unisex character can be stated. Some wearers rate its value for money highly. Perfumes with a close profile include Vertus Rose Prive and Vertus Rose Morocco. The top opens with saffron, plum, raspberry and coconut, while aldehydes and violet leaf add a light sparkle to that fruity start. In the heart, jasmine, iris, rose and carnation build the floral body. The base of patchouli, benzoin, cedarwood, sandalwood, white musk and vanilla leaves it sweet, woody and powdery.

Irth Fairooz (Eau de Parfum) / إرث فيروز

6.9

Nabeel · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Nabeel Irth Fairooz / إرث فيروز Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, creamy softness. Bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin orange open bright and citrusy. In the heart, orange blossom, lily of the valley and peony bring a floral freshness; in the base, oakmoss, cashmeran and vanilla sweeten it and settle it onto a creamy footing. A spicy touch runs through the accords as well. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office, while night out and evening use come second. It suits anyone after a light, easygoing scent. Maison Margiela Dancing on the Moon and Maison Égée Peony Serenity have a close profile.

Shamsi / شامسي (Eau de Parfum)

8.3

Nabeel · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Nabeel Shamsi / شامسي Eau de Parfum opens with lychee, bergamot and blackcurrant, moves into a jasmine and magnolia heart, and settles on a vanilla and woody base, in a unisex style. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on only a few votes. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women. The opening is led by lychee, bergamot and grapefruit, giving a fresh citrus and fruit sparkle. In the heart, jasmine, magnolia and rose add a soft floral layer. The base of vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood sweetens the scent and leaves it creamy and woody.

Shahrezad

8.2

Nabeel

Floral · Fruity · Spicy

Nabeel Shahrezad is a dense unisex fragrance that deepens a floral, spicy core with woody, resinous and smoky tones. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, and most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring ahead of summer. It suits men and women alike and leaves a noticeable trail. It opens with frankincense, saffron, ginger and apple, while jasmine, rose and honey bring a floral sweetness to the heart. In the base, leather, amber and cinnamon take over, and the animalic and earthy tones give it a heavy, smoky character. Nabeel Oud al Qasr and The Spirit of Dubai Haibah have a close profile.

Crown of Emirates Rouge / روج تاج الإمارات

6.5

Nabeel · 2024

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Nabeel Crown of Emirates Rouge / روج تاج الإمارات is a spicy, woody unisex scent that sets a bergamot, pepper and lavender opening against saffron and rose. Bergamot, pepper and lavender open fresh and spicy, with saffron and rose coming forward in the heart. The base of gaiac wood, cypriol, vetiver and patchouli lays down a woody, earthy floor, while musk and praliné sweeten it and add a creamy, gourmand warmth. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, though only a few have rated it. As a unisex scent it can sit on either masculine or feminine skin. Al Haramain Détour Noir and French Avenue Haydan have a close profile.

Ustad / Ala Baali / Call Me

7.8

Nabeel

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nabeel Ustad / Ala Baali / Call Me is a unisex fougère that pairs fresh citrus and green notes with spice and oakmoss; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, though that view rests on a small number of votes. Voters lean towards fall, winter and spring over summer, and name daily wear as readily as evenings and nights out. It opens with basil, bergamot and lemon, bright and fresh. The heart brings lavender, clary sage, geranium and cinnamon, giving it a spicy, herbal edge. In the base, musk, coumarin and oakmoss pull it towards something earthy, woody and slightly animalic. Chris Adams Black Shadow and Knize Forest have a close profile.

Nabeel

8.4

Nabeel

Floral · Green · Sweet

Nabeel Nabeel is a floral, spicy unisex scent that sets rose, jasmine and saffron beside honey and vetiver. It opens with lemon, bergamot and saffron alongside white blossoms, then the heart of rose, honey and cardamom turns sweet and warm. The base of vetiver, amber, sandalwood and leather gives it a woody, resinous footing. Chypre and animalic tones deepen its floral and green side. Both its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Voters lean towards evening and night out, though daily and business wear get a share too. Nabeel Hawass and Nabeel Touch Me have a close profile.

Maghateer Kilsa / كلسة مغاتير (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Nabeel · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Nabeel Maghateer Kilsa / كلسة مغاتير Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that opens with apple, lemon and pink pepper, giving it a fresh, lightly spiced start. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are tentative. Voters pick it mostly for leisure and daytime wear, with sport and business also mentioned. Being unisex, it suits men and women alike. In the top, apple and lemon bring a bright, fruity freshness while pink pepper adds a touch of spice. The heart turns softer and more floral, with rose, iris, floral notes and aquatic notes. The base of musk, patchouli and vanilla settles into a sweet, faintly earthy finish. Jo Malone Assam & Grapefruit and L'Erbolario Verbena have a close profile.

Ocean

7.8

Nabeel

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nabeel Ocean is a fresh, aquatic and citrusy unisex scent with a fruity, sweet layer on top. It opens with grapefruit, bergamot and ginger, with pink pepper sharpening the coolness while raspberry and strawberry add fruity sweetness. In the heart, iris, lotus and jasmine bring a soft floral touch, and in the base musk, amber and vanilla settle it onto a sweet, woody ground. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. It reads as unisex, suiting men and women alike. Nabeel Golden Beach and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Al Bashiq Sama / سما الباشق

5.7

Nabeel · 2024

Fruity · Synthetic · Spicy

Nabeel Al Bashiq Sama / سما الباشق is a fruity, spicy unisex fragrance that opens on saffron, pineapple and Sichuan pepper. The top pairs saffron, pineapple, Sichuan pepper, bergamot and clove, so sweet fruit and sharp spice meet right away. The heart softens things with Damask rose, geranium, raspberry and Kashmiri musk, giving a floral, fruity middle. In the base, vanilla, oud, patchouli, gaiac wood, ambergris and styrax take over, and the scent settles into a woody, oriental tone with a leathery edge. A synthetic accent runs through it, lending the fruity sweetness a smooth, polished sheen. Kinetic Perfumes Sillage and Lattafa Rouat Al Oud (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Mastermind Noir

7.8

Nabeel

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Nabeel Mastermind Noir is a sweet, creamy men's fragrance that opens with rosemary and clove and settles into tobacco, leather and vanilla. Longevity is rated good and sillage strong, though the number of ratings is small, so these impressions are still tentative. Those who rated it also find it good value for money. It is classed as a men's fragrance. The top is led by rosemary, clove, grass and Aegean wallflower. In the heart, gaiac wood, violet, patchouli and cedar take over. The base of tobacco, leather, tonka bean and vanilla builds a sweet, creamy, oriental ground, with the floral accord adding a soft edge on top.

Dahn Al Oud Amiri / دهن العود اميري (Eau de Parfum)

8.3

Nabeel

Green · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Asateer Ruaa / رؤى اساطير

6.2

Nabeel · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nabeel Asateer Ruaa is a unisex fragrance that opens with red berries, blackcurrant and orange and settles into oud, amber and vanilla, pairing a floral, fruity side with a sweet, spicy and woody base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated as good, though with few ratings so far these figures only point to a tendency. It makes no gender distinction and should sit comfortably on either men or women. The opening is bright and fruity, with red berries, blackcurrant and orange. In the heart, frankincense, jasmine and rose add a soft floral layer. The base of oud, amber and vanilla dries down sweet, oriental and slightly leathery.

Al Hajes

9.4

Nabeel

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Nabeel Al Hajes is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex fragrance built around pimento, frankincense and oud, and it has been discontinued. It opens with pimento, bergamot and cedar leaf, giving a spicy start with a touch of freshness. The heart of frankincense, amber, heliotrope and labdanum turns it sweet and resinous. In the base, oud, patchouli, leather, sandalwood and myrrh take over, adding earthy, smoky and leathery woods with an animal warmth. The overall impression is dense, oriental and strongly characterful.