Afnan Violet Bouquet vs Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540.

Afnan Violet Bouquet — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Comparison

Afnan Violet BouquetArd Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud
Overall rating8.5/10 · 1 review7.9/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.8/10No rating
Projection8.5/10No rating
Scent accuracy8.2/10No rating
Value for money8.5/109.2/10
Price£29.75£16
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderFeminineUnisex
Inspired byMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Notes Comparison

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

Afnan Violet Bouquet

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Jasmine
  • Sweet Citrus

Heart Notes

  • Amberwood
  • Ambergris
  • Violet Leaf

Base Notes

  • Fir Resin
  • Cedar
  • Musk

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud

Top Notes

  • Red Pepper
  • Cumin
  • Saffron
  • Mandarin
  • Orange
  • Pink Pepper
  • Sweet Notes

Heart Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Cedarwood
  • Floral Notes
  • Woody Notes

Base Notes

  • Sandalwood
  • Vetiver
  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Patchouli
  • Tonka Bean
  • Vanilla

Shared Notes

  • Saffron

1 shared note.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Afnan Violet Bouquet (8.8/10)
  • Projection: Wins Afnan Violet Bouquet (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Afnan Violet Bouquet (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud (9.2/10)
  • Price: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud (£16)

See the full Violet Bouquet breakdown

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