Afnan Historic Olmeda vs Armaf Shades Blue

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.

Afnan Historic Olmeda — dupe of Chanel Bleu de ChanelArmaf Shades Blue — dupe of Chanel Bleu de Chanel

Comparison

Afnan Historic OlmedaArmaf Shades Blue
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.2/10
Projection7.0/106.8/10
Scent accuracy8.0/107.8/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£34£17
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexMasculine
Inspired byChanel Bleu de ChanelChanel Bleu de Chanel

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Afnan Historic Olmeda

Top Notes

  • Grapefruit
  • Pink Pepper
  • Juniper
  • Cardamom

Heart Notes

  • Calabrian Bergamot
  • Cedarwood
  • Nutmeg
  • Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Ambergris
  • Musk
  • Apple
  • Patchouli

Armaf Shades Blue

Top Notes

  • Grapefruit
  • Lemon
  • Mint
  • Pink Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Ginger
  • Iso E Super
  • Jasmine
  • Nutmeg

Base Notes

  • Incense
  • Vetiver
  • Cedarwood
  • Sandalwood

Shared Notes

  • Grapefruit
  • Pink Pepper
  • Cedarwood
  • Nutmeg
  • Jasmine

5 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Afnan Historic Olmeda (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Afnan Historic Olmeda (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Afnan Historic Olmeda (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Armaf Shades Blue (£17)

See the full Historic Olmeda breakdown

See the full Shades Blue breakdown

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