Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa vs French Avenue Enigma Deux
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Kilian Angels' Share.
At a glance
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa costs £30 and French Avenue Enigma Deux costs £29.99, so French Avenue Enigma Deux is £0.01 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 18 distinct notes listed across both (17%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Kilian Angels' Share.
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa is a decadent amber vanilla gourmand that captures the intoxicating DNA of Kilian Angels' Share through a boozy cognac spice opening, a syrupy dates praline heart, and a deep vanilla tonka resin base with rich oriental warmth.
French Avenue Enigma Deux
Enigma Deux is a 2023 unisex Eau de Parfum built around tonka bean and oud over amber and vanilla. Community wearers consistently describe a broader cognac, cinnamon and apple pie effect in wear, making it a sweet boozy gourmand despite the unusually sparse published pyramid.
Comparison
| Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa | French Avenue Enigma Deux | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 8.2/10 · 1 review | 7.1/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | No rating | 6.8/10 |
| Projection | No rating | 6.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | No rating | 7.4/10 |
| Value for money | 9.0/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Price | £30 | £29.99 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Kilian Angels' Share | Kilian Angels' Share |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
French Avenue Enigma Deux
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
3 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa lists Nutmeg, Bergamot, Dates, Praline, Oak, Tuberose, Lily of the Valley, Vanilla, Benzoin, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Amber and Agarwood (Oud) that French Avenue Enigma Deux does not.
French Avenue Enigma Deux lists Oakwood and Hazelnut that Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa
French Avenue Enigma Deux
Both share Sweet, Amber, Vanilla, Gourmand, Oud and Cinnamon. Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa also lists Tuberose, Resinous and Oriental. French Avenue Enigma Deux also lists Powdery, Animalic, Warm spicy and Spicy.
Vibes
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa
French Avenue Enigma Deux
Both share Sweet, Warm, Cosy and Gourmand. Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa also lists Bold, Powerful, Classic, Oriental and Luxurious. French Avenue Enigma Deux also lists Dark, Romantic, Playful, Seductive and Intense.
Occasions
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa
French Avenue Enigma Deux
Both share Cosy. Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa also lists Cold weather. French Avenue Enigma Deux also lists Evening, Social, Casual, Autumn, Winter, Date night and Romantic.
Performance
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa
French Avenue Enigma Deux
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa lists Strong projection, Long lasting and Powerful. French Avenue Enigma Deux lists Moderate projection, Moderate longevity, Linear and Hours of longevity.
Style lane
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa
French Avenue Enigma Deux
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa lists Vanilla gourmand. French Avenue Enigma Deux lists Boozy gourmand.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins French Avenue Enigma Deux (6.8/10)
- Projection: Wins French Avenue Enigma Deux (6.5/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins French Avenue Enigma Deux (7.4/10)
- Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa (9.0/10)
- Price: Wins French Avenue Enigma Deux (£29.99)
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa leads on value for money, while French Avenue Enigma Deux leads on lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa has 1 community review and French Avenue Enigma Deux has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa or French Avenue Enigma Deux?
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa costs £30 and French Avenue Enigma Deux costs £29.99, so French Avenue Enigma Deux is £0.01 cheaper.
Which is better value, Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa or French Avenue Enigma Deux?
Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa 9.0 out of 10 for value for money and French Avenue Enigma Deux 7.8 out of 10, so Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa rates higher.
What notes do Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa and French Avenue Enigma Deux share?
They share 3 notes: Cognac, Cinnamon and Tonka Bean.
Which occasions suit Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa and French Avenue Enigma Deux?
Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa is tagged for Cold weather and Cosy. French Avenue Enigma Deux is tagged for Evening, Social, Casual, Autumn, Winter, Date night, Romantic and Cosy.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.