French Avenue After Effect vs Zimaya Taraf Black

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Initio Side Effect.

French Avenue After Effect — dupe of Initio Side EffectZimaya Taraf Black — dupe of Initio Side Effect

Comparison

French Avenue After EffectZimaya Taraf Black
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review8.5/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/108.5/10
Projection7.0/108.0/10
Scent accuracy8.5/108.5/10
Value for money8.0/109.0/10
Price£27£27
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byInitio Side EffectInitio Side Effect

Notes Comparison

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

French Avenue After Effect

Top Notes

  • Rum
  • Cinnamon

Heart Notes

  • Tobacco
  • Saffron

Base Notes

  • Sandalwood
  • Hedione

Zimaya Taraf Black

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Rum
  • Cinnamon
  • Tobacco

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Sandalwood

Shared Notes

  • Rum
  • Cinnamon
  • Tobacco
  • Saffron
  • Sandalwood

5 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Zimaya Taraf Black (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Zimaya Taraf Black (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Zimaya Taraf Black (9.0/10)
  • Price: Tie (£27)

See the full After Effect breakdown

See the full Taraf Black breakdown

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