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Anfar 1950 Vague
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Anfar 1950 Vague — the character of an oriental composition
Anfar 1950 Vague is a women's perfume in extrait de parfum concentration, released in 2023. The fragrance was created by the UAE brand Anfar 1950 and became part of the Element Edition Di Anfar collection.
The composition belongs to the oriental and woody families, so you can expect a rich, expressive and noticeable scent.
Vague is built on the contrast between a fresh opening, a spicy-aromatic heart and a deep, warm base.
From the very start, the composition feels polished and striking: bergamot adds a sparkling citrus facet, davana brings a green, herbaceous nuance with a characteristic bitterness, while pink pepper creates a subtle spicy vibration.
As it develops, the fragrance becomes denser and more refined.
An amber accord brings soft warmth, oud creates a distinctive woody relief, and rosemary supports the composition with a fresh aromatic nuance.
As a result, Vague is more than a simple sweet oriental formula: it has dryness, spiciness and a pronounced texture.
Positioning and longevity
Anfar 1950 Vague will appeal to those who love rich fragrances with a strong character and a noticeable presence.
This is not an intimate composition designed to remain barely perceptible: its stated sillage is very strong, making the fragrance especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, formal occasions or spacious settings.
The extrait de parfum concentration emphasizes the idea of a rich development, although the database does not specify exact recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing.
It is best to start with a minimal amount and see how Vague behaves on your own skin: its powerful sillage can last for a long time and change noticeably throughout the day.
The fragrance is marketed as feminine, but its woody-leathery base and oud accent may also appeal to fans of bolder, gender-neutral compositions.
On the skin, it smells polished, distinguished and slightly mysterious, especially when given time to unfold calmly.
The perfumer and the brand's style
The composition was created by Ahmedullah Anfar. Vague reflects the interest in expressive materials characteristic of oriental perfumery: amber, oud, leather, vetiver and musk.
At the same time, the citrusy-green opening makes the composition more dynamic and prevents the base from becoming heavy too quickly.
For Anfar 1950, this release is a telling example of a multilayered fragrance focused on longevity, sillage and richness.
The UAE brand creates men's, women's and unisex compositions in a variety of formats, and Vague reveals its fondness for oriental and woody combinations with particular conviction.
Similar fragrances
If you are drawn to leathery, woody and ambery compositions with a striking presence, consider Welton London Imperial Leather, Nabeel Acqua di Nabeel Absolute and The Spirit of Dubai Durra.
These fragrances may offer interesting directions for further exploring rich oriental perfumery, although each presents its own interpretation of warmth, woodiness and sillage.
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