Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red Oud vs Swiss Arabian Gharaam

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 540Swiss Arabian Gharaam — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Red OudSwiss Arabian Gharaam
Overall rating7.9/10 · 1 review8.0/10 · 1 review
LongevityNo rating7.5/10
ProjectionNo rating7.0/10
Scent accuracyNo rating8.5/10
Value for money9.2/109.0/10
Price£16£45
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexFeminine
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

Swiss Arabian Gharaam

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Jasmine

Heart Notes

  • Amberwood
  • Ambergris

Base Notes

  • Fir Resin
  • Cedar

Shared Notes

  • Saffron

1 shared note.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Swiss Arabian Gharaam (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Swiss Arabian Gharaam (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Swiss Arabian Gharaam (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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