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Eau de parfum
Mawwal Arabia Shams
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Mawwal Arabia Shams in the Mystic Collection
Mawwal Arabia Shams is a men's eau de parfum released in 2024 by Mawwal Arabia, a UAE perfume brand.
The fragrance is part of the Mystic Collection and reveals the character of oriental perfumery through an expressive combination of spices, woody nuances, leather and balsamic accords.
In terms of its olfactory profile, Shams belongs to the oriental, spicy and woody families.
This is a rich composition with a confident character: the freshness of the citrus opening gradually gives way to warm spices, dense resinous nuances and a dark woody base.
This profile will especially appeal to fans of deep fragrances with a pronounced texture and a striking presence.
Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The top notes of Mawwal Arabia Shams open with bergamot, black pepper, nutmeg and saffron.
The citrus facet of bergamot adds clarity to the opening, while the spicy accord makes it energetic, dry and immediately noticeable.
Gurjun balsam, a leather accord and patchouli emerge at the heart, creating a denser, warmer and slightly smoky character.
As it develops, the fragrance becomes deeper and more serene.
Cedar, labdanum, oud and sandalwood come together in the base: the woody notes support the composition, the resins lend it a velvety quality, while oud and leather intensify its oriental character.
Thanks to this progression, Shams comes across not as a simple spicy fragrance, but as a layered eau de parfum with appreciable depth.
Character and Sillage
Mawwal Arabia Shams is described as having very strong sillage, making it suitable for those who enjoy a noticeable and long-lasting fragrance trail.
The spicy-woody accord performs especially well in cool weather, when the resinous and woody notes unfold with greater volume.
In warmer seasons, the composition should be applied more sparingly so that its richness remains comfortable.
The fragrance is suitable for evening outings, special occasions and situations where an expressive perfume style is appropriate.
It can complement a formal suit, leather wardrobe details or a minimalist everyday style when you want to add a touch of confidence.
No recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing are available, so the dosage is best adjusted individually, starting with a small amount.
The Fragrance Among Oriental Releases
Mawwal Arabia Shams reflects the aesthetics of a UAE brand through its emphasis on spices, resins, leather and precious woody nuances.
Its distinctive character is built on the contrast between fresh bergamot at the opening and a rich base of oud, labdanum and sandalwood.
As a result, the composition smells composed, warm and distinguished while retaining a characteristic oriental sense of scale.
Those looking for fragrances with a similar mood may want to explore The Spirit of Dubai Turath, as well as Nabeel Ashjan and Nabeel Acqua di Nabeel Absolute.
They may appeal to lovers of rich oriental compositions with woody, spicy and balsamic nuances.
Information about other concentrations of Shams and the perfumer's name is not provided in the available data.
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