Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal vs Mykonos Nautilus

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 Mykonos Nautilus costs £40, so Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is £10.10 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 17 distinct notes listed across both (18%). Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is EDP and listed as unisex, while Mykonos Nautilus is Extrait 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.

Mykonos Nautilus

Nautilus is an oceanic, luminous fresh fragrance built around the luxurious, mineral DNA of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, combining crisp pear and bright ginger with a heavy ambroxan base.

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal, dupe of Ex Nihilo Blue TalismanMykonos Nautilus, dupe of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman

Comparison

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure RoyalMykonos Nautilus
Overall rating7.2/10 · 1 review8.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity6.5/108.0/10
Projection6.0/107.5/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.0/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£29.90£40
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byEx Nihilo Blue TalismanEx 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

  • Pear
  • Orange
  • Sweet Notes

Heart Notes

  • Freesia
  • Rose

Base Notes

  • Iso E Super
  • Ambroxan
  • Musk
  • Cedarwood

Mykonos Nautilus

Top Notes

  • Pear
  • Mandarin Orange
  • Bergamot
  • Ginger

Heart Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Jasmine
  • Pear

Base Notes

  • Amber
  • Musk
  • Vanilla
  • Guaiac Wood
  • Ambroxan

Shared Notes

  • Pear
  • Ambroxan
  • Musk

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Orange, Sweet Notes, Freesia, Rose, Iso E Super and Cedarwood that Mykonos Nautilus does not.

Mykonos Nautilus lists Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Ginger, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Amber, Vanilla and Guaiac Wood that Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Rose

Mykonos Nautilus

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Aquatic
  • Herbal
  • Mineral
  • Marine

Both share Woody, Fresh, Amber, Floral and Fruity. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal also lists Sweet, Oud and Rose. Mykonos Nautilus also lists Citrus, Vanilla, Gourmand, Aquatic, Herbal, Mineral and Marine.

Vibes

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Light
  • Modern
  • Masculine

Mykonos Nautilus

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Playful
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand
  • Aquatic
  • Luxurious

Both share Fresh, Clean and Modern. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal also lists Sweet, Light and Masculine. Mykonos Nautilus also lists Playful, Warm, Gourmand, Aquatic and Luxurious.

Occasions

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Social
  • Casual
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Everyday

Mykonos Nautilus

  • Signature
  • Social
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Formal
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Travel
  • Work
  • Everyday
  • Outdoor
  • Warm weather

Both share Social, Casual, Summer, Daily and Everyday. Mykonos Nautilus also lists Signature, Daytime, Office, Formal, Spring, Travel, Work, Outdoor and Warm weather.

Performance

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Linear
  • Good performance

Mykonos Nautilus

  • Long lasting
  • Versatile
  • Sillage

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Linear and Good performance. Mykonos Nautilus lists Long lasting, Versatile and Sillage.

Style lane

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Woody amber

Mykonos Nautilus

  • Fruity woody

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Woody amber. Mykonos Nautilus lists Fruity woody.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Mykonos Nautilus (8.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Mykonos Nautilus (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal (£29.90)

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal leads on lower price, while Mykonos Nautilus leads on longevity and projection. They are level on scent accuracy and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal has 1 community review and Mykonos Nautilus has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Mykonos Nautilus?

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal costs £29.90 and Mykonos Nautilus costs £40, so Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is £10.10 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Mykonos Nautilus?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 6.5 out of 10 for longevity and Mykonos Nautilus 8.0 out of 10, so Mykonos Nautilus rates higher.

Which projects more, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Mykonos Nautilus?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 6.0 out of 10 for projection and Mykonos Nautilus 7.5 out of 10, so Mykonos Nautilus rates higher.

Which is closer to Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Mykonos Nautilus?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Mykonos Nautilus 8.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is better value, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Mykonos Nautilus?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Mykonos Nautilus 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

What notes do Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal and Mykonos Nautilus share?

They share 3 notes: Pear, Ambroxan and Musk.

Which occasions suit Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal and Mykonos Nautilus?

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is tagged for Social, Casual, Summer, Daily and Everyday. Mykonos Nautilus is tagged for Signature, Social, Daytime, Casual, Office, Formal, Spring, Summer, Daily, Travel, Work, Everyday, Outdoor and Warm weather.

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 Mykonos Nautilus

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