Feminine · EDP · £23.05
Inspired by Rosendo Mateu Nº 5.
Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold is a rich sweet leather gourmand fragrance from Lattafa, blending caramel warmth, saffron spice, and a smooth suede vanilla base into a dense and enveloping signature. Product Overview Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold, released in 2022 as part of the Lattafa Pride collection, represents one of the brand’s most indulgent and texture driven compositions. It focuses on sweetness, warmth, and depth, combining gourmand elements with soft leather to create a bold yet refined profile. The fragrance leans into a darker sweet direction, balancing burnt sugar richness with a smooth suede structure, giving it both presence and control throughout the wear. Scent Profile The opening introduces caramel and saffron, delivering an immediate impression of warm sweetness layered with a slightly spicy edge. The caramel feels rich and slightly toasted, while the saffron adds a subtle dryness that keeps the opening from becoming overly sugary. As the fragrance develops, the heart reveals tonka bean and suede leather. The tonka enhances the sweetness with a soft creamy warmth, while the suede introduces a smooth, slightly textured leather note that adds depth and sophistication. The drydown settles into amber, vanilla, and musk. This phase is warm, enveloping, and long lasting, with the vanilla providing a sweet core while amber and musk create a soft, lingering base. Technical Structure and Development Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold follows a gourmand leather structure with a sweet spiced opening, a creamy suede heart, and a dense amber vanilla base. The progression from caramel and saffron into tonka and suede gives the fragrance a clear evolution while maintaining a consistent richness. Its technical strength comes from how the caramel, saffron, tonka bean, and suede vanilla base interact, balancing sweetness and texture without becoming overly heavy or flat. Performance Performance is excellent and long lasting. Longevity often exceeds 10 hours on skin and extends well beyond that on clothing. Projection is strong in the opening, creating a rich and noticeable aura before gradually settling into a deeper, closer scent. Wear Scenarios This is a fragrance designed for colder and more elevated settings. Best suited for: - autumn and winter wear - evening use - formal occasions - date nights - statement gourmand signature use Scent Family Positioning Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold sits within the sweet leather amber gourmand family, structured around caramel warmth, saffron spice, suede texture, and a vanilla amber base. It aligns with deeper dessert style fragrances that incorporate leather and resin for added complexity. Inspired By and Style Comparisons Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold is widely associated with the saffron suede vanilla style popularised by Rosendo Mateu Nº 5. It reflects a similar burnt sugar and leather profile, while presenting a slightly richer and more pronounced sweetness throughout the wear. Flankers and Variations As part of the Lattafa Pride collection, Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold stands within the more intense and indulgent side of the range, complementing lighter or fresher releases with a deeper, more gourmand focused profile. Market and Community Reception Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold is recognised for its strong presence, rich sweetness, and distinctive suede character. It appeals to users looking for a bold gourmand fragrance that combines sweetness with depth and texture. What defines it is the contrast between caramel warmth and suede softness, creating a scent that feels dense, smooth, and confidently expressive without losing refinement.
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