Al Basel
Swiss ArabianEDP2014
Side by side
Al Basel vs. Black XS
Black XS wears longer on skin, while Al Basel projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Al Basel | Black XS | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | EDP | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2014 | 2005 |
| Gender | Male | Male |
| Perfumer | — | Olivier Cresp |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Al Basel
Sweet
Warm Spicy
Amber
Aromatic
Patchouli
Citrus
Balsamic
Woody
Black XS
Sweet
Warm Spicy
Citrus
Amber
Aromatic
Cinnamon
Woody
Balsamic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
LemonSage
LemonSageMarigoldCalamondin
Heart
PralineTolu BalsamBlack cardamomCinnamon
CinnamonPralineTolu BalsamBlack cardamom
Base
PatchouliLeatherRosewoodBlack Amber
PatchouliRosewoodEbonyBlack Amber
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Al Basel | Black XS | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Swiss Arabian built a fragrance that earns its confidence. The leather drydown is not subtle, but it does not need to be. The base notes of leather, patchouli, black amber.Al Basel
This one divides. Some find the praline sweetness too much; others spray it every morning like their alarm. That citrus opening doesn't play it safe, it's the bridge to something richer.Black XS
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Al Basel | Black XS | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.7 oz | — | $47.50ecosmetics |
| 2.7 oz | — | $45.95fragranceshop |
| 3.4 oz | — | $52.34ecosmetics |
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