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Ajmal · Sold as masculine
Shadow Grey
The quiet intensity of an office late at night, where the blend of warm spices and smoky notes creates a cocoon of concentration and calm.
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Shadow GreyBudget · under $40How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Shadow Grey by Ajmal was launched in 2008 and is a Woody Spicy fragrance created by Nazir Ajmal. This composition opens with an aromatic blend that transitions into warm spices and smoky accords, grounding the scent with earthy and balsamic notes. The smoky and spicy elements create a complex interplay of warmth and depth, making it feel both modern and lasting.
Apply Shadow Grey in two light sprays to allow the aromatic opening to give way to its deeper woody and spicy accords over time. The fragrance builds gradually on the skin, so it's best suited for evening or cooler weather when you want something that evolves throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Shadow Grey, Ajmal
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Nazir Ajmal
Nazir Ajmal was appointed chief perfumer of Ajmal Perfumes in 1996 and chief operating officer a decade later. He is credited with fusing Eastern and Western perfumery traditions, creating some of the company's earliest fusion fragrances, including Sarah.
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