Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal vs Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman.
At a glance
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal costs £29.90 and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire costs £88.72, so Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is £58.82 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 17 distinct notes listed across both (12%). Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is EDP and listed as unisex, while Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire is Parfum and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman.
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
A 2024 fresh-fruity release from Ahmed Al Maghribi, confirmed by independent dupe analysis as an accessible interpretation of Ex Nihilo's Blue Talisman.
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Game of Spades Black Sapphire is a unisex Parfum from Jo Milano Paris opening with pear, bergamot, mandarin orange and ginger before orange blossom and Georgywood move into musk, Ambrofix, Akigalawood and cedar. The fragrance is widely recognized as Jo Milano's take on Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman Extrait, with a slightly warmer and creamier drydown.
Comparison
| Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal | Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.2/10 · 1 review | 7.9/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Projection | 6.0/10 | 7.2/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Value for money | 8.5/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Price | £29.90 | £88.72 |
| Concentration | EDP | Parfum |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman | Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
2 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Orange, Sweet Notes, Freesia, Rose, Iso E Super, Ambroxan and Cedarwood that Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire does not.
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire lists Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Ginger, Orange Blossom, Georgywood, Ambrofix, Akigalawood and Cedar that Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Both share Woody, Fresh, Floral and Fruity. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal also lists Sweet, Amber, Oud and Rose. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire also lists Musky, Citrus and Aromatic.
Vibes
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Both share Fresh, Clean and Modern. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal also lists Sweet, Light and Masculine. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire also lists Elegant and Luxurious.
Occasions
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Social, Casual, Summer, Daily and Everyday. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire lists Signature, Evening, Daytime, Office and Year-round.
Performance
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Linear and Good performance. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire lists Moderate projection and Long lasting.
Style lane
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Woody amber. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire lists Fruity woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire (7.8/10)
- Projection: Wins Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire (7.2/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire (8.5/10)
- Value for money: Wins Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal (£29.90)
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal leads on value for money and lower price, while Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire leads on longevity, projection and scent accuracy.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal has 1 community review and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire?
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal costs £29.90 and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire costs £88.72, so Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is £58.82 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire?
Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 6.5 out of 10 for longevity and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 7.8 out of 10, so Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire rates higher.
Which projects more, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire?
Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 6.0 out of 10 for projection and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 7.2 out of 10, so Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire rates higher.
Which is closer to Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire?
Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 8.5 out of 10, so Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire rates higher.
Which is better value, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire?
Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 8.0 out of 10, so Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal rates higher.
What notes do Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire share?
They share 2 notes: Pear and Musk.
Which occasions suit Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire?
Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is tagged for Social, Casual, Summer, Daily and Everyday. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Office and Year-round.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.
Compare with the original
- Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman vs Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
- Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman vs Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire