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Eau de parfum
Asdaaf Badria
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Asdaaf Badria — a modern floral-fruity composition
Asdaaf Badria is a unisex Eau de Parfum released in 2026.
The fragrance belongs to the floral and fruity families and is built around a contrast of sparkling citrus, juicy green apple, delicate flowers, and a warm woody-musky base.
This release was created by Asdaaf, a young perfume house from the United Arab Emirates, founded in 2020.
Badria reflects the character of modern Middle Eastern perfumery: the composition is expressive and noticeable, yet remains transparent thanks to its citrus opening and airy floral nuances.
How the fragrance unfolds
Getting acquainted with Asdaaf Badria begins on a fresh and energetic note.
Bergamot and lemon add a cool citrus sparkle, while green apple brings a juicy fruity nuance with a hint of tartness.
This opening feels clean, invigorating, and versatile.
As the composition develops, it becomes softer and more romantic.
Jasmine, lily of the valley, and rose form the floral heart: the white-floral accords give it a bright, slightly cool character, while rose adds roundness and a familiar petal-like softness.
The transition from the fruity-citrus opening to the floral heart is smooth, without a sharp contrast.
Sillage and character
Amber, cedar, and musk emerge in Badria's base. They make the composition warmer, denser, and longer-lasting, supporting the floral freshness with a soft woody-ambery background.
As a result, the fragrance does not disappear immediately after application but leaves a very strong and noticeable sillage.
Asdaaf Badria will appeal to those who enjoy fragrances with a strong presence and do not limit their perfume wardrobe by strict gender categories.
It can be imagined on either a woman or a man, especially if you enjoy fresh fruity openings, luminous flowers, and a clean musky-woody base.
When to wear Asdaaf Badria
The citrus-fruity opening is especially fitting for spring and summer, when you want to feel freshness and lightness on your skin.
At the same time, the amber-cedar base allows the composition to remain expressive in cooler weather.
The fragrance is suitable for walks, meetings, everyday activities, and occasions when a noticeable perfume accent matters.
Because of its very strong sillage, Badria should be applied moderately, taking the surrounding space into account.
Exact recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing have not been provided, so it is best to start with a small amount and assess how it develops on your own skin.
The Eau de Parfum may smell particularly expressive on warm areas of the body, while applying it to clothing usually preserves the fragrant trail for longer.
Similar fragrances and overall impression
Those drawn to a combination of freshness, flowers, and a soft base may want to compare Badria with Jill Stuart Relax Eau De White Floral.
However, Asdaaf Badria stands out with a more pronounced sillage and a warm amber-woody dry-down. The perfumer behind the composition has not been identified in the available information, nor have any other concentrations of this fragrance.
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