Dossier Floral Marshmallow vs Maison Asrar Fakhama

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Kilian Love Don't Be Shy.

At a glance

Dossier Floral Marshmallow costs £39 and Maison Asrar Fakhama costs £40, so Dossier Floral Marshmallow is £1 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 9 distinct notes listed across both (33%). Dossier Floral Marshmallow is EDP and listed as feminine, while Maison Asrar Fakhama is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Kilian Love Don't Be Shy.

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

Floral Marshmallow is Dossier’s plush, addictive interpretation of Kilian Love, Don’t Be Shy, built around luminous orange blossom, fluffy marshmallow sweetness, and a warm musky vanilla base that feels playful, sensual, and irresistibly feminine.

Maison Asrar Fakhama

Fakhama is a vanilla gourmand fragrance from Maison Asrar, widely discussed as an alternative to By Kilian Love, Don't Be Shy.

Dossier Floral Marshmallow, dupe of Kilian Love Don't Be ShyMaison Asrar Fakhama, dupe of Kilian Love Don't Be Shy

Comparison

Dossier Floral MarshmallowMaison Asrar Fakhama
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.3/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.5/10
Projection7.0/106.5/10
Scent accuracy8.2/107.0/10
Value for money8.5/108.0/10
Price£39£40
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderFeminineUnisex
Inspired byKilian Love Don't Be ShyKilian Love Don't Be Shy

Notes Comparison

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

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

Top Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Marshmallow

Heart Notes

  • Honeysuckle
  • Neroli

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Amber
  • Vanilla

Maison Asrar Fakhama

Top Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Gourmand Accord

Heart Notes

  • Vanilla
  • White Florals

Base Notes

  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Musk
  • Vanilla

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Dossier Floral Marshmallow lists Marshmallow, Honeysuckle, Neroli and Amber that Maison Asrar Fakhama does not.

Maison Asrar Fakhama lists Gourmand Accord and White Florals that Dossier Floral Marshmallow does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • White floral

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Sweet
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Oud
  • Powdery
  • White floral
  • Oriental

Both share Sweet, Musky, Floral, Citrus, Vanilla, Gourmand and White floral. Dossier Floral Marshmallow also lists Fresh and Amber. Maison Asrar Fakhama also lists Oud, Powdery and Oriental.

Vibes

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Playful
  • Seductive
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Feminine
  • Gourmand
  • Luxurious

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Sweet
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Warm
  • Cosy
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Compliment

Both share Sweet, Warm and Gourmand. Dossier Floral Marshmallow also lists Fresh, Clean, Playful, Seductive, Modern, Feminine and Luxurious. Maison Asrar Fakhama also lists Elegant, Romantic, Cosy, Oriental and Compliment.

Occasions

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

  • Signature
  • Daytime
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Intimate
  • Date night
  • Colder weather

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Autumn
  • Dinner
  • Winter
  • Date night
  • Daily
  • Everyday
  • Romantic
  • Cosy

Both share Signature, Autumn, Winter and Date night. Dossier Floral Marshmallow also lists Daytime, Intimate and Colder weather. Maison Asrar Fakhama also lists Evening, Casual, Office, Dinner, Daily, Everyday, Romantic and Cosy.

Performance

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

  • Long lasting
  • Good longevity

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Long lasting
  • Skin scent
  • Beast mode
  • Beast
  • All day
  • Linear
  • Lingers
  • Performs well
  • Exceptional longevity

Both share Long lasting. Dossier Floral Marshmallow also lists Good longevity. Maison Asrar Fakhama also lists Skin scent, Beast mode, Beast, All day, Linear, Lingers, Performs well and Exceptional longevity.

Style lane

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

  • Floral gourmand

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Soft musky

Dossier Floral Marshmallow lists Floral gourmand. Maison Asrar Fakhama lists Soft musky.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Dossier Floral Marshmallow (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Floral Marshmallow (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Dossier Floral Marshmallow (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Dossier Floral Marshmallow (£39)

Dossier Floral Marshmallow leads on projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price. They are level on longevity.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Dossier Floral Marshmallow has 1 community review and Maison Asrar Fakhama has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Dossier Floral Marshmallow or Maison Asrar Fakhama?

Dossier Floral Marshmallow costs £39 and Maison Asrar Fakhama costs £40, so Dossier Floral Marshmallow is £1 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Dossier Floral Marshmallow or Maison Asrar Fakhama?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Floral Marshmallow 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Maison Asrar Fakhama 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Dossier Floral Marshmallow or Maison Asrar Fakhama?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Floral Marshmallow 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Maison Asrar Fakhama 6.5 out of 10, so Dossier Floral Marshmallow rates higher.

Which is closer to Kilian Love Don't Be Shy, Dossier Floral Marshmallow or Maison Asrar Fakhama?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Floral Marshmallow 8.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Maison Asrar Fakhama 7.0 out of 10, so Dossier Floral Marshmallow rates higher.

Which is better value, Dossier Floral Marshmallow or Maison Asrar Fakhama?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Floral Marshmallow 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Maison Asrar Fakhama 8.0 out of 10, so Dossier Floral Marshmallow rates higher.

What notes do Dossier Floral Marshmallow and Maison Asrar Fakhama share?

They share 3 notes: Orange Blossom, Musk and Vanilla.

Which occasions suit Dossier Floral Marshmallow and Maison Asrar Fakhama?

Dossier Floral Marshmallow is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Autumn, Winter, Intimate, Date night and Colder weather. Maison Asrar Fakhama is tagged for Signature, Evening, Casual, Office, Autumn, Dinner, Winter, Date night, Daily, Everyday, Romantic and Cosy.

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

Compare with the original

  • Kilian Love Don't Be Shy vs Dossier Floral Marshmallow
  • Kilian Love Don't Be Shy vs Maison Asrar Fakhama

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