The Perfume Library

Shaghaf Oud Tonka (Eau de Parfum)

8.3

Swiss Arabian · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Shaghaf Oud Azraq (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

Swiss Arabian · 2022

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Azraq Eau de Parfum is a sweet, gourmand scent with spicy, resinous depth, best suited to autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions. It is described as unisex, though voters mostly read it as masculine. Honey and oud open it, while amber, Bourbon vanilla and cinnamon give the heart a sweet, spicy warmth. Leather and patchouli settle underneath into a woody, leathery base. S.T. Dupont Royal Amber and Rirana Honey Amber have a close profile.

Shaghaf Oud Abyad

7.6

Swiss Arabian

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Abyad is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex fragrance built around oud, myrrh and frankincense, suited to cold-weather evenings. It opens with oregano, pepper and bergamot, so spice is clear from the first moment. In the heart, myrrh, labdanum, frankincense and amber add a resinous, sweet warmth. Patchouli, leather, sandalwood and oud form a woody, smoky, leathery base. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out, while summer is a distant choice. Though unisex, about half of voters read it as masculine. Afnan Perfumes Supremacy Incense and Amouage Interlude Man have a close profile.

Shaghaf Oud Ahmar (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

Swiss Arabian · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Ahmar Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets a fresh opening of melon, freesia and bergamot against a sweet, creamy base of oud, vanilla and amber. Melon, peach, freesia and iris give a fresh, fruity start. Apple and rose add floral sweetness in the heart, softened by tonka bean. The base of oud, cedarwood and sandalwood blends with musk and vanilla into an oriental, creamy trail. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick summer and spring, mainly for leisure and daily wear, though evenings work too. Votes on character are split closely between feminine, masculine and modern. Burberry Body (Eau de Parfum) and Câline Mon Paradis have a close profile.

Shaghaf Vanilla Toffee

6.7

Swiss Arabian · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Vanilla Toffee is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent whose warm, creamy mix of toffee, vanilla and coffee suits evenings in the colder months. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out lead the occasions. It doesn't sit clearly on one side of the gender line and reads close to both masculine and feminine. It opens with toffee and Arabica coffee. The heart brings pastry, cardamom, walnut, milk and date, with the spice tempering the sweetness. In the base, Bourbon vanilla, benzoin and tonka bean join brown sugar and musk, and the scent settles into a creamy, smoky, oriental sweetness. Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa and Gulf Orchid Vanilla Latte have a close profile.

Casablanca (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Swiss Arabian · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Swiss Arabian Casablanca Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent in which a fresh, fruity opening settles onto a sweet, gourmand and creamy base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter close behind and summer further back. It leans towards leisure time and evenings out, and it is worn to the office too. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Apple and grape give the opening a fruity freshness. The heart holds orris root and patchouli, one adding a soft powdery touch, the other a woody depth. In the base, vanilla, amber, musk and balsam sweeten the scent and bring it to a creamy warmth.

Shaghaf Oud Aswad

7.6

Swiss Arabian

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad is a spicy, smoky oud scent for fall and winter evenings; it is unisex, though most voters read it as masculine. It opens with saffron, rose, thyme and woody notes. The heart builds a spicy, floral core of cumin, jasmine, patchouli, coriander and oud. In the base, vanilla, musk, leather and amber sweeten it and carry it into a resinous, leathery warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, and most voters pick fall and winter, for evenings and nights out. Summer is rarely chosen. Many call it masculine, but some find it feminine. Fragrance Du Bois Oud Noir Intense and Lattafa 24 Carat Pure Gold have a close profile.

Shaghaf Oud Elixir

8.3

Swiss Arabian · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Elixir is a sweet, spicy oud scent for cold-weather evenings and nights out, described as unisex. It opens with saffron, oud and pink pepper, warm and spicy from the first spray. In the heart, praliné and rose bring sweetness while sage and oud keep it grounded in wood. The base of amber, vanilla and musk turns creamy and gourmand, with oud still present underneath. Longevity and sillage are both rated very strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out lead the occasions. It leans masculine in how it reads, though it also gets feminine votes. Zimaya Noor Oud and Arabian Oud Resala have a close profile.

Shawq

7.2

Swiss Arabian

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Swiss Arabian Shawq is a unisex scent that ties a fresh, fruity opening of pineapple, lime and bergamot to a woody base of ambroxan and amber. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It leans masculine in character, though it reads as unisex. The top notes of pineapple, lime, bergamot and blackcurrant build a fresh, sweet fruit opening. In the heart, birch and lily of the valley soften that freshness towards a smoky, spicy tone. The base of ambroxan, amber, musk and patchouli leaves a woody ground. A synthetic accent is also clearly present.

Shaghaf for Men

7.4

Swiss Arabian

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf for Men is a fresh fragrance for men that pairs lavender and lemon with marine notes. Lavender and lemon lead at the top, while the heart holds marine notes, nut grass and oakmoss. Patchouli and amber sweeten and soften the base. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and aquatic, with fruity and spicy touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it suits leisure, daily wear, sport and the office. It reads masculine and modern. Kolmaz Aghoras and La Rive Brave have a close profile.

Dehn el Oud Mubarak

8.4

Swiss Arabian

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Swiss Arabian Dehn el Oud Mubarak is a sweet, spicy and woody oud fragrance, with animal, resinous and leathery shades that give it a dark, dense character; it is offered as a unisex scent. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out, much less for the office. Most voters read it as masculine, with a solid share calling it classic. Indonesian and Cambodian oud lead the top, and Indonesian and Indian oud carry the heart. In the base, Indian oud softens into gourmand notes and the scent turns sweeter. The spicy and earthy side blends into an oriental warmth. Arabian Oud Blue Oud and Ajmal Dahn Al Oudh Maysaam have a close profile.

Shaghaf Oud Royale

7.7

Swiss Arabian · 2023

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale is a unisex fragrance for autumn and winter evenings, sweet and spicy with a smoky oud at its core. Saffron and lavender open with a spicy note, then oud and nutmeg take over the heart. Patchouli and musk finish it with an earthy, resinous warmth, so the overall impression is sweet, woody and a little smoky. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, so a few sprays may be enough. Most voters pick winter and autumn, and night-out and evening wear lead the occasions. Voters tend to read it as masculine, though it is presented as unisex.

Incense 01

8.0

Swiss Arabian · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Swiss Arabian Incense 01 is a sweet, smoky unisex scent where frankincense, roasted almond and dark chocolate lead. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, with little support for the office. It tilts slightly masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. It opens with rum, juniper and bergamot, with frankincense already present. In the heart, roasted almond, fig and hazelnut add a gourmand warmth, softened a little by lily of the valley. The base of sandalwood, dark chocolate, vanilla and cedarwood settles into a resinous, creamy, woody finish. Contre Bombarde 32 and Atlas Fever have a close profile.

Attar al Ghutra

7.8

Swiss Arabian · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Swiss Arabian Attar al Ghutra is a spicy, smoky oud scent for men that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings or nights out, while summer lags well behind. It mostly reads as masculine. It opens with oud, thyme, mandarin orange, bergamot and saffron, with raspberry adding a fruity sweetness. The heart brings patchouli, jasmine, rose and frankincense, giving a floral, resinous feel. The base of suede, leather, sandalwood and amber settles into a warm, leathery oriental finish.

Tobacco 01

8.1

Swiss Arabian · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Swiss Arabian Tobacco 01 is a sweet, smoky unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings, with a fruity, gourmand warmth. It opens with plum, apple and pink pepper; liquorice and cumin give that fruity start a spicy edge. The heart is built around amber, patchouli and labdanum. In the base, tobacco, vanilla and honey sweeten things, while sandalwood, musk and cashmere soften it into a creamy bed. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is chosen most for nights out and evenings. Voters read it as masculine more often than not, though modern and feminine votes are also there. Its profile is close to Kerosene Fields of Rubus and Parfums de Marly Carlisle.

Oud 07

8.5

Swiss Arabian · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Swiss Arabian Oud 07 is a sweet, spicy oud scent for autumn and winter evenings, described as unisex. It opens with rose and saffron, moves into praliné, white amber, Akigalawood® and oud, and rests on musk and vanilla. A floral start gives way to gourmand sweetness, balanced by woody, oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads as balanced between the two.

Gharaam (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Swiss Arabian · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Swiss Arabian Gharaam Eau de Parfum is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that most voters place in fall and winter, for evenings and nights out. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong. Spring also gets a fair share of votes, while summer is the least chosen season. Masculine and feminine votes sit almost level, so it doesn't lean toward either. It has some support for office and daily wear, but evenings carry the most weight. It opens with jasmine and saffron, the floral side set against the spice. Amber in the heart sweetens and warms it. The base of fir resin and cedarwood adds a woody, resinous footing, and the overall impression is oriental.

Rakaan (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Swiss Arabian

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Swiss Arabian Rakaan Eau de Parfum is a men's scent that joins the brightness of Caribbean lime and grapefruit to a warm base of sandalwood, amber and oud. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter trailing behind. It is chosen most for leisure and evenings, though some wear it to the office. Most voters find it masculine. The top opens fresh and citrusy with Caribbean lime and grapefruit. Lotus in the heart adds a soft floral touch. The base of sandalwood, amber, oud and cedarwood settles into a woody, spicy, oriental warmth, with a green edge in the background.

Opulence of Dubai

8.8

Swiss Arabian · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Swiss Arabian Opulence of Dubai is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent where chocolate, coffee and Bourbon vanilla meet spice and resin. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards nights out and evenings. Votes on character tilt a little towards masculine, though it reads as unisex overall. It opens bright and spicy with Italian bergamot, Nigerian ginger and elemi resin. The heart brings chocolate, Damask rose, pink pepper and cardamom, and the scent turns sweeter here. The dry-down settles on a woody, creamy, slightly smoky base of coffee, frankincense, amber and Bourbon vanilla. Parfums de Marly Pegasus Exclusif and Kayali Invite Only Amber | 23 have a close profile.

Essence of Casablanca (Extrait de Parfum)

8.5

Swiss Arabian · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Extrait de Parfum

Swiss Arabian Essence of Casablanca Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that links the fruity sweetness of apple and grape to the warmth of vanilla and amber. It opens with apple and grape, fresh and sugary. In the heart, orris root adds a powdery softness while patchouli grounds it slightly. The base of balsam, musk, vanilla and amber dries down into a sweet, gourmand, creamy warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evening, night out and leisure wear, and while voters mostly call it feminine, it works as a unisex scent. Swiss Arabian Casablanca (Eau de Parfum) and Lancôme La Nuit Trésor à la Folie have a close profile.

Dehn el Oud Shaheen / Dehn el Ood Shaheen

8.2

Swiss Arabian · 2019

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Swiss Arabian Dehn el Oud Shaheen / Dehn el Ood Shaheen is a dense, woody unisex oud scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter; evenings, leisure and nights out lead, while office wear trails behind. Though unisex, most voters read it as masculine, followed by classic. The top holds Indonesian and Cambodian oud, the heart leather and more Cambodian oud, and the base Indian oud. A spicy, woody, resinous body carries animal, earthy and leathery tones, giving the scent a dry, oriental feel.

Nawaf

7.6

Swiss Arabian · 2012

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Swiss Arabian Nawaf is a sweet, spicy woody oriental that suits autumn and winter evenings, with a clearly masculine character. It is rated as strong in longevity and good in sillage. Most voters pick fall and winter, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Most see it as masculine and classic. It opens with oud and saffron, spicy and resinous. In the heart, musk, amber and sandalwood soften and sweeten it. The base of leather and tobacco leaves a smoky, leathery trail. Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Desert Oud and Lattafa Qaa'ed have a close profile.

Wajd

7.7

Swiss Arabian · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Swiss Arabian Wajd opens with apple and Turkish rose over a fruity sweetness, then deepens into patchouli, iris and amber in a unisex scent. Wajd wears strong, with very strong longevity and a clear trail. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring close behind and summer less favoured. It is chosen for nights out and evenings. Voters read it as somewhat more feminine, though it stays unisex. The opening is led by apple, Turkish rose and fruity notes, giving a floral, fruity first impression. In the heart, patchouli and iris add a powdery depth. The base of amber, balsam, sweet and musky notes settles into a creamy, spicy, oriental sweetness.

Soul of Bali

7.8

Swiss Arabian · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Swiss Arabian Soul of Bali opens with pineapple, bergamot and ginger, and is a unisex scent with a clear aquatic and green side that deepens into spice and resin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn also in the mix. Daily and leisure wear lead, though evening and night out get votes too. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Masculine and modern votes are level, with fewer calling it feminine. It starts fruity and fresh, with pineapple, mango and rhubarb lifted by bergamot and ginger, and pink pepper adds a light bite. In the heart, frankincense, saffron, cardamom and aquatic notes bring a spicy, resinous depth. The base of musk, sandalwood and ambergris settles into a soft, woody finish. Creed Silver Mountain Water and Creed Erolfa have a close profile.