Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan vs Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Gissah Imperial Valley.
At a glance
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan costs £30 and Maison Asrar Gold Noir costs £29, so Maison Asrar Gold Noir is £1 cheaper. They share 4 notes out of 18 distinct notes listed across both (22%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Gissah Imperial Valley.
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan is a bold fruity leather fragrance that captures the luxurious niche DNA of Gissah Imperial Valley through a vibrant citrus pineapple opening, a smooth aromatic caramelised heart, and a deep leathery amber base with strong modern Arabian character.
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Maison Asrar Gold Noir is a smoky woody fragrance that a retailer compares with Gissah Imperial Valley, opening with grapefruit before a smoke, rose and cashmere wood heart settles into sweet notes, amber, moss, vetiver and musk.
Comparison
| Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan | Maison Asrar Gold Noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 8.4/10 · 1 review | 7.0/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | No rating | 7.0/10 |
| Projection | No rating | 6.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | No rating | 6.8/10 |
| Value for money | 9.0/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Price | £30 | £29 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Gissah Imperial Valley | Gissah Imperial Valley |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
4 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan lists Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Pineapple, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang, Osmanthus, Caramel, Patchouli and Leather that Maison Asrar Gold Noir does not.
Maison Asrar Gold Noir lists Smoke, Rose, Cashmere Wood, Sweet Notes and Moss that Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Both share Sweet, Woody, Amber, Floral, Citrus and Smoky. Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan also lists Fresh, Fruity, Leather, Aromatic, Patchouli, Caramel, Tropical, Resinous and Spicy. Maison Asrar Gold Noir also lists Earthy, Mossy and Rose.
Vibes
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Both share Sweet and Warm. Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan also lists Fresh, Bold, Modern, Confident and Luxurious. Maison Asrar Gold Noir also lists Dark, Mysterious and Sophisticated.
Occasions
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Both share Signature and Cooler weather. Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan also lists Daytime, Casual and Smart casual. Maison Asrar Gold Noir also lists Evening, Autumn, Winter and Date night.
Performance
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan lists Strong projection, Long lasting, Versatile, Subtle and Linear. Maison Asrar Gold Noir lists Moderate projection and Moderate longevity.
Style lane
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan lists Leather woody. Maison Asrar Gold Noir lists Smoky woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Maison Asrar Gold Noir (7.0/10)
- Projection: Wins Maison Asrar Gold Noir (6.5/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Asrar Gold Noir (6.8/10)
- Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan (9.0/10)
- Price: Wins Maison Asrar Gold Noir (£29)
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan leads on value for money, while Maison Asrar Gold Noir leads on lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan has 1 community review and Maison Asrar Gold Noir has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan or Maison Asrar Gold Noir?
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan costs £30 and Maison Asrar Gold Noir costs £29, so Maison Asrar Gold Noir is £1 cheaper.
Which is better value, Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan or Maison Asrar Gold Noir?
Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan 9.0 out of 10 for value for money and Maison Asrar Gold Noir 7.5 out of 10, so Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan rates higher.
What notes do Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan and Maison Asrar Gold Noir share?
They share 4 notes: Grapefruit, Vetiver, Musk and Amber.
Which occasions suit Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan and Maison Asrar Gold Noir?
Ard Al Zaafaran Liwan is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Casual, Smart casual and Cooler weather. Maison Asrar Gold Noir is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter, Date night and Cooler weather.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.