Shaghaf Oud Aswad
Swiss ArabianEau de Parfum2018
Side by side
Shaghaf Oud Aswad vs. More Than Words
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Shaghaf Oud Aswad | More Than Words | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Extrait de Parfum |
| Launched | 2018 | 2012 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Chris Maurice |
| Best season | — | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Shaghaf Oud Aswad
Woody
Oud
Warm Spicy
Rose
Leather
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Animalic
More Than Words
Amber
Fruity
Floral
Oud
Warm Spicy
Woody
Sweet
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
SaffronWoody NotesThyme
RoseDried fruitsSpicy notes
Heart
RosePatchouliCuminCorianderJasmine
Agarwood (Oud)Fruity NotesFloral NotesOriental Notes
Base
OudLeatherAmberSandalwoodVanillaMusk
Woody NotesFrankincenseLabdanumAmbergris
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Shaghaf Oud Aswad | More Than Words | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
Swiss Arabian made this one for people who already know they like oud. The saffron-rose opening hits fast, the drydown goes long, and it performs like it costs twice the price.Shaghaf Oud Aswad
This is a wearable oud that somehow avoids feeling heavy or aggressive, thanks to fruity lift and floral softness doing the negotiating. This may be your gentle introduction.More Than Words
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Shaghaf Oud Aswad | More Than Words | |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 oz | $27.99fragrancenet | — |
| Best offer | — | $148.69ecosmetics |
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