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Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud vs Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad
Colonia Oud for the community favourite, Shaghaf Oud Aswad for the value.
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Notes
Top
Calabrian bergamotItalian Orange
Heart
Agarwood (Oud)AmyrisCoriander
Base
LeatherAtlas CedarSandalwoodMuskIndonesian Patchouli Leaf
Accords
Woody
100%
Citrus
92%
Oud
83%
Leather
79%
Aromatic
75%
Fresh spicy
64%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
fallwinterspring
About
Colonia Oud by Acqua di Parma is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Colonia Oud was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is François Demachy. Top notes are Calabrian bergamot and Italian Orange; middle notes are Agarwood (Oud), Amyris and Coriander; base notes are Leather, Atlas Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk and Indonesian Patchouli Leaf. A unique and elegant creation born from the innovative union of two olfactive themes with strong personalities: the fresh, vibrant notes of Colonia and the warm, deep notes of Agarwood. A charismatic and intensely masculine fragrance.Colonia Oud by Acqua di Parma is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Colonia Oud was launched in 2012. Top notes are italian orange and calabrian bergamot; middle notes are amyris, coriander and agarwood (oud); base notes are sandalwood, leather, musk, atlas cedar and indonesian patchouli leaf.
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Notes
Top
RoseSaffronWoody NotesThyme
Heart
RoseAgarwood (Oud)PatchouliCuminCorianderJasmine
Base
Agarwood (Oud)LeatherAmberSandalwoodVanillaMusk
Accords
Woody
100%
Rose
86%
Oud
85%
Warm spicy
82%
Leather
72%
Fresh spicy
66%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Shaghaf Oud Aswad by Swiss Arabian is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Shaghaf Oud Aswad was launched in 2018. Top notes are Rose, Saffron, Woody Notes and Thyme; middle notes are Rose, Agarwood (Oud), Patchouli, Cumin, Coriander and Jasmine; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Leather, Amber, Sandalwood, Vanilla and Musk. "A captivating dance of Oriental opulence with French elegance, Shaghaf Oud Aswad is an ardent, fiery mix that holds nothing back with its Arabian infusion of Arabian Incense Oud. If you are a fan of Arabian Bakhoor (incense) notes, you will undoubtedly fall inlove with this noir experience oud fragrance and its sultry Musk, Sandalwood, Leather, Agarwood, Oriental and Vanilla base notes. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad Eau de Parfum is a very sensual and addictive scent which both you and those around you will fall in love with!" - a note from the brand.
Notes in Common
26% sharedShared (5)
Agarwood (Oud)CorianderLeatherSandalwoodMusk
Only in Colonia Oud
Calabrian bergamotItalian OrangeAmyrisAtlas CedarIndonesian Patchouli Leaf
Only in Shaghaf Oud Aswad
RoseSaffronWoody NotesThymePatchouliCuminJasmineAmberVanilla
Rating
4.19vs4.00
Ratings
1,093vs864
Concentration
EDPvsEDP
Launch Year
2012vs2018
Which should I buy?
Colonia Oud for the community favourite, Shaghaf Oud Aswad for the value.
- Colonia Oud is rated higher by the community: 4.19 from 1,093 ratings, against 4.00 from 864.
- Longevity votes for both lean "long lasting".
- Sillage is comparable: "strong" is the most common vote for both.
- Both are voted best for fall and winter.
- Acqua di Parma is a premium house (typically $100–250), while Swiss Arabian is budget (typically under $40).
Buy Colonia Oud if you want the higher-rated option and the budget allows; buy Shaghaf Oud Aswad if value for money matters most.