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Ajmal

Shadow Grey

Shadow Grey by Ajmal is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a aromatic, woody composition with a amber undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear, leaning masculine.

woody warmthspicy complexitysmoky sophisticationearthy embracebalsamic comfort
3.77· 269 Ratings
Created byNazir Ajmal
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

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.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine85%
Unisex10%
Feminine5%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak3.7k
Weak6.2k
Moderate16.0k
Long15.2k
Eternal6.2k
Sillage
Intimate5.6k
Moderate16.0k
Strong8.2k
Enormous6.4k

Application Tips

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.

03 · The Nose

Nazir Ajmal

Founding perfumer · 27 fragrances

Nazir Ajmal · Portrait

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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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

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.

Fig. 01 — Shadow Grey, Ajmal

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