2025
Enigma of Taif
Shinichiro ObaThe nose · 2 fragrances · also made Patchouli 01 (2026)Portrait →

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Swiss Arabian  ·  Sold as unisex

Enigma of Taif

The hushed whispers of a late-night conversation, where the warm glow of candlelight enhances every scent and shadow, blending rich florals with woody undertones.

4.51175 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
amberwoodyrosearomaticwarm spicysweet
Enigma of TaifBudget · under $40

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting93% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak0%
Moderate5%
Long lasting79%
Eternal14%
SillageStrong74% say strong or enormous
Intimate2%
Moderate24%
Strong68%
Enormous5%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine24%
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Unisex62%
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Feminine14%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2025, Enigma of Taif by Swiss Arabian is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance created by perfumer Shinichiro Oba. The composition opens with elemi and pink pepper, bringing a fresh spicy note that cuts through the sweetness of plum and black pepper. At its heart, Taif Rose takes center stage alongside cardamom and saffron, creating a rich blend of warmth and depth. As it settles into the base, olibanum, oak tree, amber, molasses, labdanum, and vetiver offer an earthy and woody foundation that grounds the fragrance in its luxurious complexity.

How to wear it

Apply Enigma of Taif to pulse points for an intimate, close-to-skin experience. The spicy top notes dissipate quickly, making way for the heart and base notes that develop over time. It is best suited for evening wear when you want a fragrance that evolves throughout the night.

Fig. 01 — Enigma of Taif, Swiss Arabian

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03 · The nose

Shinichiro Oba

Precision with play

Shinichiro Oba, born in Japan and trained between Paris and Singapore, blends precision with a playful sensibility across fine fragrance and body care.

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Japanesenationality

Designer Swiss Arabian

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Enigma of TaifGharaam Oil
Try it layered

With Swiss Arabian Gharaam Oil

Adds white floral, metallic and balsamic; shares saffron and amber.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.51/ 5 · 175 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 74%, disliked or hated by 8%.

Love74%
Like14%
OK3%
Dislike5%
Hate3%
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