Qaaid
S.A.C.K.Y2016
Side by side
Qaaid vs. Hien Le No1
Qaaid peaks in fall, while Hien Le No1 belongs to spring. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
The essentials
At a glance
| Qaaid | Hien Le No1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2016 | 2016 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Elisavet Isabella Sacky | Mark Buxton |
| Best season | Fall | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Qaaid
Amber
Warm Spicy
Woody
Balsamic
Smoky
Tobacco
Hien Le No1
Aromatic
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Earthy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
TobaccoCinnamon
RosemaryPeppermintGreen Mandarin OrangeCitron
Heart
LabdanumRum
Lily of the ValleyMagnolia LeafMangoSandalwoodThyme
Base
IncenseAmbergrisCedarBenzoinOakmoss
VetiverPatchouliAmberGuaiac WoodMuskCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Qaaid | Hien Le No1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
The smoky part is the tell, the ambergris doesn't just support the smoke, it makes the smoke smell alive. Hot skin. Not cold pyre. The warmth transforms the entire impression.Qaaid
Built for someone who wants fresh but won't settle for thin. The mint-rosemary opening has real intention, and the drydown, vetiver, cedar, a murmur of amber, holds its ground for hours.Hien Le No1