Dossier Ambery Oakwood vs Zimaya Sharaf Blend

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Kilian Angels' Share.

At a glance

Dossier Ambery Oakwood costs £39 and Zimaya Sharaf Blend costs £30, so Zimaya Sharaf Blend is £9 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (19%). Dossier Ambery Oakwood is EDP and listed as unisex, while Zimaya Sharaf Blend is Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Kilian Angels' Share.

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

Ambery Oakwood is Dossier's boozy gourmand interpretation of Kilian Angels' Share, built around cognac, cinnamon and candied fruit before moving through oakwood, coffee and myrrh into a tonka, vanilla and praline drydown.

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

Zimaya Sharaf Blend is a boozy gourmand fragrance that captures the indulgent DNA of Kilian Angel’s Share through a rich spiced fruit opening, a creamy praline vanilla heart, and a smooth amber tonka base.

Dossier Ambery Oakwood, dupe of Kilian Angels' ShareZimaya Sharaf Blend, dupe of Kilian Angels' Share

Comparison

Dossier Ambery OakwoodZimaya Sharaf Blend
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.8/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/108.5/10
Projection7.0/107.5/10
Scent accuracy8.0/107.2/10
Value for money8.5/108.0/10
Price£39£30
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byKilian Angels' ShareKilian Angels' Share

Notes Comparison

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

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

Top Notes

  • Cognac
  • Cinnamon
  • Candied Fruits

Heart Notes

  • Oakwood
  • Coffee
  • Myrrh

Base Notes

  • Tonka Bean
  • Vanilla
  • Cistus
  • Praline

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

Top Notes

  • Dates
  • Nutmeg
  • Saffron

Heart Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Praline
  • Tuberose

Base Notes

  • Amberwood
  • Tonka Bean
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Tonka Bean
  • Vanilla
  • Praline

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Dossier Ambery Oakwood lists Cognac, Cinnamon, Candied Fruits, Oakwood, Coffee, Myrrh and Cistus that Zimaya Sharaf Blend does not.

Zimaya Sharaf Blend lists Dates, Nutmeg, Saffron, Tuberose, Amberwood and Musk that Dossier Ambery Oakwood does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Boozy
  • Warm spicy
  • Woody
  • Sweet
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Amber

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

  • Sweet
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Tuberose
  • Oriental

Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Gourmand and Amber. Dossier Ambery Oakwood also lists Boozy, Warm spicy and Woody. Zimaya Sharaf Blend also lists Floral, Citrus, Tuberose and Oriental.

Vibes

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Boozy
  • Cozy
  • Rich
  • Sweet
  • Luxurious

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental

Both share Sweet. Dossier Ambery Oakwood also lists Boozy, Cozy, Rich and Luxurious. Zimaya Sharaf Blend also lists Bold, Warm, Modern, Gourmand and Oriental.

Occasions

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Evening
  • Date Night
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Special Occasion

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

  • Signature
  • Colder weather

Dossier Ambery Oakwood lists Evening, Date Night, Autumn, Winter and Special Occasion. Zimaya Sharaf Blend lists Signature and Colder weather.

Performance

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Significant Projection
  • Long Wearing
  • Warm Trail

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

  • Strong projection
  • Long lasting

Dossier Ambery Oakwood lists Significant Projection, Long Wearing and Warm Trail. Zimaya Sharaf Blend lists Strong projection and Long lasting.

Style lane

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Boozy gourmand amber

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

  • Boozy gourmand

Dossier Ambery Oakwood lists Boozy gourmand amber. Zimaya Sharaf Blend lists Boozy gourmand.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Zimaya Sharaf Blend (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Zimaya Sharaf Blend (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Ambery Oakwood (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Dossier Ambery Oakwood (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Zimaya Sharaf Blend (£30)

Dossier Ambery Oakwood leads on scent accuracy and value for money, while Zimaya Sharaf Blend leads on longevity, projection and lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Dossier Ambery Oakwood has 1 community review and Zimaya Sharaf Blend has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Zimaya Sharaf Blend?

Dossier Ambery Oakwood costs £39 and Zimaya Sharaf Blend costs £30, so Zimaya Sharaf Blend is £9 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Zimaya Sharaf Blend?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Zimaya Sharaf Blend 8.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Sharaf Blend rates higher.

Which projects more, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Zimaya Sharaf Blend?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Zimaya Sharaf Blend 7.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Sharaf Blend rates higher.

Which is closer to Kilian Angels' Share, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Zimaya Sharaf Blend?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Zimaya Sharaf Blend 7.2 out of 10, so Dossier Ambery Oakwood rates higher.

Which is better value, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Zimaya Sharaf Blend?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Zimaya Sharaf Blend 8.0 out of 10, so Dossier Ambery Oakwood rates higher.

What notes do Dossier Ambery Oakwood and Zimaya Sharaf Blend share?

They share 3 notes: Tonka Bean, Vanilla and Praline.

Which occasions suit Dossier Ambery Oakwood and Zimaya Sharaf Blend?

Dossier Ambery Oakwood is tagged for Evening, Date Night, Autumn, Winter and Special Occasion. Zimaya Sharaf Blend is tagged for Signature and Colder weather.

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

Compare with the original

  • Kilian Angels' Share vs Dossier Ambery Oakwood
  • Kilian Angels' Share vs Zimaya Sharaf Blend

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