Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud vs Dossier Ambery Saffron

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540.

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540Dossier Ambery Saffron — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red OudDossier Ambery Saffron
Overall rating7.9/10 · 1 review8.3/10 · 1 review
LongevityNo rating7.5/10
ProjectionNo rating8.0/10
Scent accuracyNo rating8.5/10
Value for money9.2/109.0/10
Price£16£20
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Notes Comparison

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

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud

Top Notes

  • Red Pepper
  • Cumin
  • Saffron
  • Mandarin
  • Orange
  • Pink Pepper
  • Sweet Notes

Heart Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Cedarwood
  • Floral Notes
  • Woody Notes

Base Notes

  • Sandalwood
  • Vetiver
  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Patchouli
  • Tonka Bean
  • Vanilla

Dossier Ambery Saffron

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Orange Blossom

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Plum
  • Cedarwood

Base Notes

  • Oakmoss
  • Fir Balsam
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Orange Blossom
  • Cedarwood

3 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Dossier Ambery Saffron (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Dossier Ambery Saffron (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Ambery Saffron (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud (9.2/10)
  • Price: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud (£16)

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