Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal vs Nusuk Falak

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande.

At a glance

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal costs £34 and Nusuk Falak costs £24.95, so Nusuk Falak is £9.05 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 19 distinct notes listed across both (11%). Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal is EDP and listed as feminine, while Nusuk Falak is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande.

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal is a luminous floral gourmand fragrance that captures the addictive sweetness of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande through a sparkling spiced fruit opening, a sugary orange blossom heart, and a rich caramel vanilla resin base that feels both airy and indulgent.

Nusuk Falak

Falak by Nusuk is a caramel gourmand unisex EDP built around the dessert accord of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande, translating brown sugar, biscuit and caramel into an everyday wearable.

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal, dupe of Maison Mataha Escapade GourmandeNusuk Falak, dupe of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced PetalNusuk Falak
Overall rating7.9/10 · 1 reviewNo rating
LongevityNo ratingNo rating
ProjectionNo ratingNo rating
Scent accuracyNo ratingNo rating
Value for money8.8/10No rating
Price£34£24.95
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderFeminineUnisex
Inspired byMaison Mataha Escapade GourmandeMaison Mataha Escapade Gourmande

Notes Comparison

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

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal

Top Notes

  • Ginger
  • Lavender
  • Saffron
  • Apple

Heart Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Sugar

Base Notes

  • Cashmeran
  • Musk
  • Vanilla
  • Amber
  • Benzoin
  • Caramel

Nusuk Falak

Top Notes

  • Brown Sugar
  • Biscuit
  • Toffee

Heart Notes

  • Caramel
  • Vanilla Orchid
  • Tonka Bean

Base Notes

  • Sandalwood
  • White Musk
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Amber
  • Caramel

2 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal lists Ginger, Lavender, Saffron, Apple, Orange Blossom, Sugar, Cashmeran, Musk, Vanilla and Benzoin that Nusuk Falak does not.

Nusuk Falak lists Brown Sugar, Biscuit, Toffee, Vanilla Orchid, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood and White Musk that Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Caramel
  • Resinous
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Nusuk Falak

  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Caramel

Both share Amber, Vanilla and Caramel. Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal also lists Sweet, Fresh, Floral, Gourmand, Aromatic, Lavender, Resinous, Oriental and Spicy.

Vibes

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal

  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Light
  • Feminine
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental

Nusuk Falak

  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Cosy
  • Intense
  • Gourmand

Both share Fresh, Sweet, Warm and Gourmand. Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal also lists Light, Feminine and Oriental. Nusuk Falak also lists Cosy and Intense.

Occasions

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal

  • Signature
  • Social
  • Casual

Nusuk Falak

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Daily
  • Cold weather

Both share Signature and Casual. Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal also lists Social. Nusuk Falak also lists Evening, Daytime, Autumn, Winter, Daily and Cold weather.

Performance

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal

  • Strong projection
  • Versatile

Nusuk Falak

  • Sillage
  • Skin scent
  • Linear
  • Moderate to strong
  • Performs well

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal lists Strong projection and Versatile. Nusuk Falak lists Sillage, Skin scent, Linear, Moderate to strong and Performs well.

Style lane

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal

  • Floral gourmand

Nusuk Falak

  • Caramel gourmand

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal lists Floral gourmand. Nusuk Falak lists Caramel gourmand.

Quick verdict

  • Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Nusuk Falak (£24.95)

Nusuk Falak leads on lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal has 1 community review and Nusuk Falak has 0.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal or Nusuk Falak?

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal costs £34 and Nusuk Falak costs £24.95, so Nusuk Falak is £9.05 cheaper.

What notes do Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal and Nusuk Falak share?

They share 2 notes: Amber and Caramel.

Which occasions suit Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal and Nusuk Falak?

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal is tagged for Signature, Social and Casual. Nusuk Falak is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Casual, Autumn, Winter, Daily and Cold weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande vs Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal
  • Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande vs Nusuk Falak

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