Shaghaf Oud Aswad by Swiss Arabian
Brand: Swiss Arabian
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Dark and smoky: saffron and woods over rose, jasmine and spiced patchouli, drying down to oud, leather and amber.
Is Shaghaf Oud Aswad worth it?
How it smells: Opens with floral notes, woody notes and saffron, rose and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to agarwood (oud) and leather.
Scent Score: 84/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 67, layerability 90 and value 89, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Unisex
Key accords: Floral Notes, Woody Notes, Saffron, Rose, Jasmine, Patchouli
Top Notes
- Floral Notes
- Woody Notes
- Saffron
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Agarwood (Oud)
- Leather
- Amber
Occasions: Evening, Date Night
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Shaghaf Oud Aswad by Swiss Arabian belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Dark and smoky: saffron and woods over rose, jasmine and spiced patchouli, drying down to oud, leather and amber. Shaghaf Oud Aswad opens with Floral Notes, Woody Notes, and Saffron. The heart brings Rose, Jasmine, Patchouli, and Spices. It dries down to Agarwood (Oud), Leather, and Amber.
How to wear Shaghaf Oud Aswad
On skin, Shaghaf Oud Aswad by Swiss Arabian has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent. Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Black Opium and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Shaghaf Oud Aswad opens with Floral Notes, Woody Notes, and Saffron.
The heart brings Rose, Jasmine, Patchouli, and Spices.
It dries down to Agarwood (Oud), Leather, and Amber.
What to layer with Shaghaf Oud Aswad
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and patchouli.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Black Opium
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, patchouli, and leather.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Washington Square by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, jasmine, and amber.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Washington Square on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Washington Square
Pairings to approach with care
Need_U by Laboratorio Olfattivo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Shaghaf Oud Aswad has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Need_U brings a musky contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Need_U on top for musky lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Need_U
Un Jardin sur le Nil by Hermès
Not Recommended · 30/99
Shaghaf Oud Aswad has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Un Jardin sur le Nil brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Un Jardin sur le Nil on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Un Jardin sur le Nil
Related fragrances and why
- Shaghaf Oud by Swiss ArabianBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Another version of Shaghaf Oud from Swiss Arabian.
- Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include jasmine and patchouli.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include rose, jasmine, and patchouli.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include jasmine, patchouli, and leather.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Shaghaf Oud Aswad?
Shaghaf Oud Aswad opens with Floral Notes, Woody Notes, and Saffron. The heart brings Rose, Jasmine, Patchouli, and Spices. It dries down to Agarwood (Oud), Leather, and Amber.
How long does Shaghaf Oud Aswad last, and how strong is it?
Shaghaf Oud Aswad by Swiss Arabian has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Shaghaf Oud Aswad?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date night.
What layers well with Shaghaf Oud Aswad?
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and patchouli. Apply Shaghaf Oud Aswad first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Shaghaf Oud Aswad : 2 sprays Black Opium.
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