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2022: the world took its first breath of Dark Afgano Diwan. A masculine fragrance from the green, east, and wood families. In perfume extract — and that's all it takes to fall in love.
The home of this fragrance is Egypt. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
The most concentrated form of perfume with a deep, multifaceted composition, exceptional durability, and an expressive trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The scent of Dark Afgano unfolds as a cohesive olfactory arc, where accents shift with precision and warmth. The signature of Diwan is recognizable in the way notes appear and fade. Every decision feels deliberate, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Perfume extract keeps the depth and body this composition needs.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Earthy / Mossy, Green, Gourmet and Wood. The palette also extends to Balsamic. At family level the fragrance belongs to East, Green and Wood.
From the first breath you sense cool earthy opening notes: Earthy Notes and Green Chord. Exactly these 2 notes set earthy depth that gives the fragrance a clear opening statement.
In the central layer you detect Coffee and Tobacco holding a creamy gourmand direction. In the final layer the line is anchored through Frankincense and Oud, reinforcing a velvety incense trail.
The stylistic positioning is masculine, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
Taken together Dark Afgano sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Diwan |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Egypt |
| Website | https://www.diwanfragrances.com |
| Year of production | 2022 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Perfume extract |
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